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Dr. M.D. Jaroslav Tvarůžek

Dr. M.D. Jaroslav Tvarůžek

General Surgeon ·
, mostiste, Czechia

36 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Czech, German, English

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Specialises in:

Gastrointestinal disorders requiring robotic surgeryObesity requiring bariatric surgeryAbdominal conditions suitable for minimally invasive surgeryConditions requiring laparoscopic surgeryConditions requiring robotic-assisted surgery

About Dr. M.D. Jaroslav Tvarůžek

  • Dr Jaroslav Tvaruzek is the Chief Physician and Director of the Robotic Surgery Centre and serves as the Guarantor of Robotic Surgery.
  • With over three decades of surgical experience, he is recognised as one of the pioneers of robotic surgery in the Czech Republic.
  • After beginning his surgical career in Germany, he has been practising in the Czech Republic since 1994.
  • Dr Tvaruzek was among the first surgeons to introduce minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques and has been instrumental in advancing robotic-assisted surgery since 2007.
  • Certified as a robotic surgery specialist in 2009, he leads one of the country's most experienced robotic surgery teams, which has performed more than 4,500 da Vinci robotic procedures (as of 2025).
  • His clinical expertise includes robotic, laparoscopic, and bariatric surgery, as well as advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, with a strong commitment to surgical innovation and excellence.

Conditions treated by Dr Jaroslav Tvaruzek

  • Gastrointestinal disorders requiring robotic surgery
  • Obesity requiring bariatric surgery
  • Abdominal conditions suitable for minimally invasive surgery
  • Conditions requiring laparoscopic surgery
  • Conditions requiring robotic-assisted surgery
  • General surgical disorders amenable to robotic procedures

Area of Interest

  • Robotic Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Surgery
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery
  • General Surgery
  • da Vinci Robotic Surgery
  • Advanced Surgical Techniques

Work Experiences

  • Dr. Jaroslav Tvaruzek began his surgical career in Germany in the early 1990s before relocating to the Czech Republic in 1994, where he has continued his surgical practice.
  • He currently serves as the Chief Physician and Director of the Robotic Surgery Centre and has been a pioneer in the development of robotic surgery in the Czech Republic since 2007.
  • As one of the founders of the country's robotic surgery program, he established and leads one of the Czech Republic's most experienced robotic surgery teams, playing a pivotal role in advancing robotic-assisted surgical care nationwide.

Certifications (4)

  • First European Attestation in Surgery (1995)
  • Second Attestation in Surgery (1999)
  • Certified Specialist in Robotic Surgery (March 2009)
  • Recommended Surgeon on the Intuitive Surgical portal

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Procedures Performed

Gastric Bypass
Lap Gastric Banding
Prostatectomy
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Thyroidectomy

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr Jaroslav Tvaruzek is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s questions and the doctor's medical recommendations.

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the availability of the doctor and the patient.

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

The option to share your medical records is available between steps in the form provided on the website.

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, with assistance from our case managers.

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, including the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to General surgeon

Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique in which a surgeon uses a computer-assisted robotic system to perform complex procedures with enhanced precision, flexibility, and control. The robotic system translates the surgeon's hand movements into highly accurate movements of surgical instruments.

Robotic surgery can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including:
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Obesity requiring bariatric surgery
  • Colorectal diseases
  • Hernias
  • Gallbladder diseases
  • Liver and pancreatic disorders
  • Urological conditions
  • Gynecological conditions
  • Certain cancers requiring surgical treatment

    • Robotic-assisted surgery offers several benefits, including:
  • Smaller incisions
  • Greater surgical precision
  • Reduced blood loss
  • Less postoperative pain
  • Lower risk of infection
  • Shorter hospital stay
  • Faster recovery
  • Minimal scarring

    • Robotic surgery is considered a safe and effective option for many procedures when performed by experienced surgeons. It enhances the surgeon's precision and visualisation but does not replace the surgeon's expertise and clinical judgment.

    Common robotic-assisted procedures include:
  • Bariatric surgery
  • Gastrointestinal surgery
  • Colorectal surgery
  • Hernia repair
  • Gallbladder surgery
  • Liver surgery
  • Pancreatic surgery
  • Urological surgery
  • Gynecological surgery
  • Surgical oncology procedures

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