Leading Medical Robotics Experts

Dr. Pietro Emanuele Garbelli (“Dr Garbelli”) is a UK-based physician, healthcare strategist and MedTech advisor focused on assisting healthcare leaders and organisations adopt, navigate, and implement AI/robotics and healthcare automation safely, ethically and at scale. Working at the intersection of clinical practice, technology and executive decision-making, he supports boards, executive teams and MedTech leaders to turn innovation into measurable improvements in patient outcomes, workforce sustainability and operational performance. Dr Garbelli is the creator of the Healthcare Convergence Framework™ (HCF), a practical approach that helps organisations assess AI/Robotics readiness, align leadership priorities and design future-ready care pathways without disrupting frontline delivery. His work typically spans AI and robotics strategy, governance and risk management, clinical adoption and change leadership—ensuring that new technologies strengthen trust, accountability and safety in real-world conditions. As a keynote speaker and author, Dr Garbelli translates complex topics such as AI governance, clinical safety, ethics and system transformation into clear, actionable insights for senior audiences. He is the author of The Doctor’s Future and The Doctor’s Voice, and contributes thought leadership on how medicine is being reshaped by digital transformation and emerging technologies. Known for a pragmatic, clinician-led perspective, Dr Garbelli helps leaders navigate high-stakes decisions such as build-versus-buy, pilot design, evaluation and scaling across multiple sites. His mission is to purposefully transform the future of medicine—one organisation, strategy and physician at a time—with confidence.

Dr. Mayur Rabhadiya is an Orthopedic and Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon in Mumbai with a focused clinical practice in knee arthritis, knee replacement, hip replacement, joint preservation and revision joint replacement. He serves as Lead Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon at Shree Hospitals, Ghatkopar. His qualifications include MBBS, D’Ortho, DNB (Orthopedics), MNAMS (Orthopedics) and fellowship training in robotic and computer-navigated joint replacement. He is trained and certified in robotic-assisted knee replacement using the Smith+Nephew CORI and Zimmer Biomet ROSA systems. His clinical and academic interests include robotic joint replacement, minimally invasive mini-subvastus knee replacement, knee osteoarthritis, partial and total knee replacement, hip replacement, implant alignment and balancing, rehabilitation, joint preservation and evidence-based non-surgical arthritis treatment. He regularly contributes evidence-based medical commentary for journalists and healthcare publications, with an emphasis on accurate diagnosis, appropriate patient selection, realistic treatment expectations and distinguishing established clinical evidence from healthcare marketing claims.

I build infrastructure for emerging technology transitions—and have been doing it for 20 years. Many know me for my work in digital health, where I spent two decades helping the industry understand how technology shapes behavior and decision-making. That work taught me something: every major platform shift creates new vulnerabilities and opportunities, and the companies that thrive are the ones who see them early. Today I'm focused on the agentic era—where AI systems operate autonomously and require fundamentally new approaches to security, commerce, and trust. WHAT I'VE SHIPPED Co-author of the #1 bestselling book ePatient 2015: 15 Surprising Trends Changing Healthcare (featured in Bloomberg, Forbes, and other publications). Co-founder of the FemAging Project, a global initiative driving women's health innovation. Creator of Femalytics, an AI-powered intelligence platform. Author of two FemAging Index studies, including one sponsored by AARP. Founder of Enspektos, LLC (est. 2005), which has evolved through Web 2.0, mobile, and ML eras—always at the intersection of emerging tech and real-world application. WHAT I'M BUILDING NOW AI Security Guard (aisecurityguard.io) is a multi-faceted platform for securing autonomous AI, combining protection APIs, product tooling, education, and original research on the agentic future.

Dr. Robert Abraham is a regenerative medicine consultant and healthcare strategy advisor with more than a decade of experience operating multi-location healthcare practices. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and Biology from the University of Central Florida before pursuing advanced training in clinical operations and regenerative-focused program development. Based in Florida, Dr. Abraham has worked with healthcare organizations throughout the Orlando region and nationwide, advising clinics on structured implementation, operational systems design, revenue forecasting, and compliance-conscious growth within regenerative medicine and wound care services. In addition to his consulting work, he serves as Chief Executive Officer of Cross Biotech, a biologics distribution company supporting providers in aligning product access with disciplined operational frameworks. His work emphasizes infrastructure-driven expansion, leadership accountability, and sustainable healthcare systems.

Nihit Gurram works at the intersection of clinical practice and applied AI. A health-informatics graduate student with a medical-school background, he founded Mosaic Health Solutions to build clinical decision support that catches medication-related risk in older adults before it causes harm. His approach centers on transparent, explainable systems that keep clinicians in control rather than replacing their judgment. He brings together formal informatics training, hands-on product development, and a long-term commitment to improving how aging populations are cared for. The throughline of his work is patient safety made practical, grounded in clinical reality, with a goal of democratizing healthcare access.

Dr. Jay Johannigman is a Cincinnati trauma and critical care surgeon who has returned home to serve the region that shaped his career. After 46 years in military medicine, he retired from the U.S. Army Reserve as a colonel in 2025 and is now focused on strengthening Cincinnati's emergency preparedness and injury care. For much of his career, Dr. Johannigman was a defining figure in Cincinnati medicine. As Trauma Medical Director and Chief of the Institute of Military Medicine at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, he helped build one of the region's most advanced trauma and acute care programs. He was also a founding leader of Cincinnati's C-STARS (Center for the Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills), one of the first military-civilian training partnerships in the country, where Air Force medical teams trained for deployment right here in the Queen City. Today, back in Cincinnati, his focus is local and forward-looking. He is developing a geriatric injury prevention program to reduce falls among older adults, a growing concern as the region's senior population climbs, and he is helping area hospitals and first responders plan for large-scale emergencies before they happen. His Cincinnati work is grounded in a rare depth of experience. Over seven combat deployments, Dr. Johannigman served as a Critical Care Air Transport (CCAT) flight surgeon, trauma director, deputy commander, and director of clinical services in combat hospitals in Iraq and Afghanistan. He brought those hard-won lessons home, translating battlefield medicine into better care for civilian trauma patients. His service earned some of the military's most respected honors, including the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal. Beyond Cincinnati, Dr. Johannigman remains active in national medicine. He serves as Chief Medical Officer at Knight Aerospace, where he helps design airborne medical evacuation systems, and as Professor of Surgery at the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University. He has held national leadership roles including State Trauma Chair and Region Chief for the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma, and he remains involved with the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Francisco Agullo, known to many patients and peers as Dr. WorldWide, is a board-certified plastic surgeon recognized for his expertise in advanced aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, he brings a comprehensive and highly refined approach to patient care, combining surgical precision with a deep understanding of form, function, and long-term outcomes. Dr. Agullo completed his plastic surgery training at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, one of the most respected medical institutions in the world. He currently serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, where he contributes to the education and mentorship of future surgeons while remaining actively engaged in academic and clinical advancements. Based in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Agullo serves a diverse patient population across West Texas, New Mexico, and Northern Mexico, with a large percentage of patients traveling from across the United States and internationally. His practice is known for delivering high-level, personalized care supported by a well-coordinated team that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and a seamless patient experience. His clinical interests include facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and body contouring, with particular emphasis on preservation techniques that maintain natural anatomy while enhancing aesthetic outcomes. He is recognized for incorporating innovative technologies and techniques such as deep plane facial surgery, advanced liposculpture, and preservation-based breast augmentation. His philosophy centers on providing patients with clear, honest guidance, ensuring they are fully informed and empowered to make the best decisions for themselves. Dr. Agullo has been consistently recognized for excellence in his field, earning distinctions such as Texas Super Doctors and Castle Connolly Top Doctor for over a decade. His work has also been featured in national publications and industry platforms, reflecting both peer recognition and patient satisfaction. Through his clinical work, academic involvement, and commitment to innovation, Dr. Agullo continues to contribute meaningfully to the evolution of modern aesthetic surgery while maintaining a strong focus on individualized patient care and long-term results.

Mr. Ivo Dukic is a leading authority on the intersection of high-volume surgical excellence and digital health transformation. As a Consultant Urological Surgeon and the Deputy Chief Clinical Information Officer (CCIO) at one of the UK’s largest NHS Trusts, he offers journalists a rare perspective that combines frontline clinical mastery with executive-level healthcare technology strategy. Key Areas of Expertise Digital Health & Informatics: Over a decade of experience as the Section Editor of the Digital Review for Urology News (since 2013). He is a specialist in the implementation of health tech within the NHS, clinical informatics, and the evolution of digital tools in specialty care. Surgical Innovation: A pioneer in minimally invasive endourology, specifically in the use of laser technology and "ultra-mini" PCNL for kidney stones. Future Tech in Healthcare: Expert commentary on emerging technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR) in clinical settings (as featured on ITV News) and the integration of advanced medical devices. Clinical Leadership: Former Educational Lead for Urology and the 2025-2026 West Midlands Urology Trainer of the Year, providing deep insights into medical education and workforce development. Media Experience Mr. Dukic is an accomplished communicator, comfortable translating complex surgical and technical data into compelling narratives for the public and the profession: Television: Featured on ITV News discussing the use of distraction VR during lithotripsy. Consumer Health: Expert contributor for BBC Good Food on dietary health and stone prevention. Trade Press: A decade-long track record of technical writing and editorial leadership regarding the "Digital Review" in urology.

Specialties: Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Brooke Skovira is a Registered Nurse, Co-Founder, and Healthcare Strategist with a decade of clinical and operational experience spanning women's health, newborn care, cardiology, and medical-surgical care. She specializes in bridging the gap between frontline clinical practice and the technology, business, and policy decisions shaping modern healthcare delivery. She has worked at top academic medical centers, including The Johns Hopkins Hospital, and has been featured as a webinar speaker by the American Heart Association Center for Health Technology and Innovation. Brooke is the Co-Founder of Shift Changes, a platform supporting nurses pursuing careers beyond the bedside. Areas of clinical and industry expertise include: -Women's health, cardiology, newborn care, and medical-surgical nursing -Clinical workflow and patient safety in digital health and AI adoption -Clinician trust, burnout, and technology adoption in hospital settings -Health system partnerships and go-to-market strategy for health tech companies -Nursing workforce trends and career transitions into tech and healthcare innovation

Dr. Pouyan Golshani is an interventional radiologist and entrepreneur working at the crossroads of healthcare, technology, and finance. He founded GigHz, the hub where he builds and advises across these domains; RadReport AI, an AI-driven radiology reporting engine that turns dictation into structured, clinically-sound reports; Repit.org, a national real-estate intelligence platform exposing ZIP-level trends, rent trajectories, and investability metrics; and Guide.MD, a physician-first directory designed to fix and control online identity without the usual pain. After nearly two decades in medicine and years of hands-on investing, he’s become a go-to voice for clinicians, founders, and investors who want clear, practical explanations of med-tech innovation, AI in healthcare, real-asset strategy, and tax-efficient decision-making. His work blends clinical judgment with a grounded business lens, giving people accurate, no-nonsense insight without oversimplifying anything. He routinely advises early-stage teams, physicians, and allocators on licensing, diligence, and deal structure — with an emphasis on transparency, strong incentives, and long-term value over hype. The goal is simple: help smart people make better decisions in a system that gets more complex every year.

Joseph Fargnoli is a systems engineer turned AI architect and serial entrepreneur whose career spans defense, intelligence, healthcare, and the emerging space economy. He recently completed a Doctorate in Artificial Intelligence from GWU, building on graduate degrees in telecommunications, computer science, optics, electrical engineering, and national security affairs. His engineering background includes work at Northrop Grumman, Kodak, ITT, Exelis, and Harris, along with service at the National Reconnaissance Office. As Founder & CEO of RITRE Corporation, Founder of the New York Space Alliance, and Founder of SANABIT, he now channels that deep engineering background into ventures focused on social impact, healthcare innovation, and the next era of space entrepreneurship.

James Economides, MD, FACS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon in the Washington, DC / Northern Virginia area with a practice focused on advanced facial rejuvenation, breast surgery, and body contouring. He is particularly known for deep-plane facelift and neck lift techniques, mommy makeovers, breast augmentation and revision surgery, and abdominoplasty for post-pregnancy and weight-loss patients. Dr. Economides combines high-volume, real-world clinical experience with an academic mindset—regularly teaching, lecturing, and mentoring trainees—giving him a balanced perspective on both cutting-edge techniques and long-term outcomes. He has been recognized repeatedly as a “Top Doctor” by multiple regional publications, and his practice attracts patients from across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. In addition to surgery, Dr. Economides has a strong interest in medical aesthetics, non-surgical facial rejuvenation (Botox, fillers, biostimulatory injectables), and the responsible use of artificial intelligence in plastic surgery—from patient education and photography to ethics in before-and-after imaging. As a private practice owner, he also speaks to topics like running a modern aesthetic practice, patient experience, social media, and small-business leadership in healthcare. He is frequently sought out for clear, practical explanations of complex procedures, trends, and controversies in cosmetic surgery. His quotes are concise, patient-centered, and media-friendly, making him a reliable expert source for consumer outlets, health reporters, and business publications covering aesthetics, entrepreneurship, and innovation in medicine.

I am a board certified neurosurgeon with Neurosurgical Associates of San Antonio focused on diseases of the blood vessels of the brain and spine including brain aneurysms, strokes, Moya Maya and others. I have growing expertise in how artificial intelligence will impact medicine. I am particularly interested, as a surgeon, in where machine sensing, robotics and AI intersect. I am an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of the Incarnate Word and enjoy mentoring medical students. I serve as site or principal investigator on a number of clinical trials in the neuroendovascular space through both Methodist Research Institute and HCA’s national Research Institute. In such I serve on the Neurovascular Research Advisory Board for HCA Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the country.

I am the founder of Medical to China, a platform dedicated to helping patients, families, and medical professionals access reliable information about healthcare, treatment options, hospitals, and medical services in China. My work focuses on making cross-border healthcare information clearer, more practical, and easier to navigate. Through Medical to China, I share insights on medical specialties, hospital systems, patient preparation, treatment pathways, and the practical questions international patients often face when considering care in China. With a background in healthcare communication and international medical service support, I aim to bridge the information gap between patients and trusted medical resources. I am especially interested in medical tourism, hospital collaboration, patient education, and the growing role of China in global healthcare. You can learn more at https://medicaltochina.com

Dr. Roderick Davies is the founder of Optum Dental Arts and a leading expert in dental implants, full-arch reconstruction, digital workflows, and patient anxiety solutions. He is known for advancing comfort-centered, technology-driven dentistry through his Lifetime Care Philosophy.

I am the Chief Medical Officer at Boomerang Health Care, a state of the art multidisciplinary specialty group offering interventional, surgical and rehabilitative care through its 25 clinics in California. I also serve as the Medical Director at Le Reve: Regen, a leader in cutting edge restorative and regenerative solutions for Spine, Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal conditions. In the academic world, I have served as a Clinical Faculty at Stanford University for more than 20 years and have established myself as a world leader in cutting edge innovative therapeutic solutions. I completed her Anesthesiology residency from Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Fellowship in Pain Medicine from the University of California, Davis. I am board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by American Board of Anesthesiology, in Interventional Pain by American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians and in Regenerative Medicine by American Board of Regenerative Medicine. I sit on the Editorial board of the journal, Pain Physician and serve on the board of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Latin American Pain Society, California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery, California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and Scilex (Nasdaq: SCLX). I am humbled to receive the Distinguished Service Award, Outstanding Achievement Awards and other accolades. I have devoted my entire career to the field of Interventional spine and Regenerative medicine and have contributed via several peer reviewed journal articles, visionary editorials, and book chapters. My book, “Essentials of Regenerative Medicine” is first in its right illustrating latest interventional biologic techniques for spine and musculoskeletal injuries. I have also authored several National Guidelines including the ones on Opioids, Interventional Spine Epidural procedures, Facet joints, and the first ever on the Safe and Effective use of Biologics in Lumbar spine. I have completed the first prospective, multicenter, randomized placebo controlled trial demonstrating efficacy of platelet rich plasma and bone marrow concentrate in patients with back pain related to disc injury/degeneration. I consider myself an authority on global health care trends including digital health, technology innovations and applied biologics. Let’s connect and work together to make healthcare better, faster, and more effective – www.annunavani.com.

Joshua Mirrer, MD is a Board-Certified Reconstructive Plastic and Hand Surgeon practicing in the American Southwest, where he treats high-volume trauma, complex hand injuries, chronic wounds, and reconstructive conditions across multiple hospital systems. He serves as Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship Program Director, where he trains surgeons at the intersection of technical excellence, clinical judgment, and real-world healthcare constraints. Dr. Mirrer’s clinical work places him on the front lines of the U.S. healthcare system—caring for patients affected by delayed access, insurance denials, chronic disease, environmental exposure, and socioeconomic instability. This experience has shaped his broader focus on healthcare as a system, not just a series of medical encounters. He frequently examines how policy decisions, reimbursement structures, regulatory lag, and financial incentives influence patient outcomes, costs, and physician practice. In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Mirrer writes and speaks on healthcare reform, prevention versus disease management, medical training, insurance inefficiencies, and the downstream health effects of environmental and economic policy. His work integrates clinical medicine with public health, behavioral economics, and systems thinking, aiming to translate complex issues into practical insights for clinicians, policymakers, and the public. He is not affiliated with industry or political organizations and approaches these topics as a practicing physician and educator offering firsthand perspective from within one of the most stressed segments of the healthcare system. This includes but is not limited to shortfalls of The Affordable Care Act, limitations of the current administration’s actions on healthcare, lack of preventive medicine, costs of care, and the intersection of environment, finance, morality, freedom, and healthcare.

Dr. Michael K. Newman is an award-winning, board-certified plastic surgeon at South Bay Plastic Surgeons, with practices in Beverly Hills and Torrance. Widely recognized for his expertise in breast reconstruction, body contouring, and natural aesthetic enhancement, he is known for combining surgical precision with artistic vision to deliver refined, natural-looking results. Educated at leading medical institutions, Dr. Newman serves as Chair of Plastic Surgery at Torrance Memorial Medical Center and Assistant Clinical Professor of Plastic Surgery at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, where he helps train the next generation of plastic surgeons. He has been repeatedly named to the Super Doctors list published annually by Los Angeles Magazine, recognizing him as one of Southern California’s leading plastic surgeons. At the center of his work is The Forever Breast®, his pioneering fat-transfer-based breast reconstruction and augmentation method that eliminates implants and uses a patient’s own living tissue. Designed to prioritize safety, longevity, and natural outcomes, this approach represents an important advancement for women recovering from breast cancer, pregnancy, and other life-changing experiences. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Newman is deeply committed to patient advocacy and community support. He serves on the Board of Directors for Evelyn’s Breast Friends Forever and the Advisory Board for Rhonda’s Kiss, organizations dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families through education, financial assistance, and community-based care. Dr. Newman’s work reflects a broader shift in modern plastic surgery — one focused on restoration, personalization, long-term wellness, and compassionate care.

As I am a medical expert for Invigor Medical, a urologist, and an MD currently completing my PhD in clinical medicine, my work bridges patient care, education, and research. I serve as a teaching assistant in surgery, where I guide and support future doctors while treating patients in everyday practice. My research focuses on oncologic urology, men’s health, and hormonal health, and I actively collaborate on international studies. Through these roles, I am dedicated to advancing evidence-based medicine, improving patient outcomes, and helping shape the future of urological care.