Dr. Sagar Rohondia Fellowship Match Announcement

Oct 2, 2025

The SUNY Downstate Department of Surgery congratulates Dr. Sagar Rohondia on his fellowship match into Trauma and Critical Care at Cooper University. 

Dr. Sagar Rohondia was born and raised in Mumbai, India, where he later completed his medical education at Seth G.S. Medical College and K.E.M. Hospital. Following graduation, he delved into surgical oncology research at Karmanos Cancer Institute, Wayne State University in Detroit, gaining crucial insights into the U.S. healthcare system and bolstering his residency application. Subsequently, he secured a coveted position in a general surgery residency program at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University. 

Throughout residency, Dr. Rohondia has had a keen interest in resident education and simulation. During his fourth year of residency, he assumed leadership of the education committee, where he collaborated with the program director to develop an educational curriculum. He has also been an active participant in numerous global surgical missions, including those in the Philippines and India. 

Outside of his professional obligations, he enjoys exploring diverse culinary traditions and hosting social gatherings for friends.  He has maintained an active engagement in soccer, participating in local tournaments throughout his residency. 

These combined experiences, ultimately led to his successful match into a highly competitive trauma surgery fellowship at Cooper University in Camden, NJ; a testament to his dedication and proactive approach to career development. 

At Cooper University, he intends to leverage the extensive training and educational opportunities to strategically shape his professional trajectory, focusing on the refinement of advanced trauma management techniques and the implementation of innovative educational strategies for future surgical trainees. 

Dr. Rohondia is committed to pursuing an academic surgical career, aiming to blend clinical practice with outcomes research in the field of trauma and acute care surgery.