Sagar T. Mehta

Assistant Professor

UAMS

Last publication 2023 Last refreshed 2026-05-16

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Surgery, College of Medicine

5 h-index 20 pubs 116 cited

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Sagar T. Mehta's research focuses on reconstructive surgery techniques, particularly in pediatric patients. He has investigated methods for managing large wound defects using external tissue expanders and explored the use of cultured skin autografts for scalp avulsions. Mehta has also contributed to the understanding of surgical flap techniques, comparing feedback methods in bilobe flap simulations using 3D-printed facial models. His work extends to educational research within medical residency programs, including a survey on the consideration of USMLE Step 1 scores during the application cycle.

Mehta's scholarship metrics include an h-index of 5 and 20 total publications with 116 citations. He has collaborated with several colleagues at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, including Sagar Mehta (with 4 shared publications), Quentin E Parker, Laila L Rhodes, and Michael S. Powell (each with 1 shared publication). His most recent publication was in 2023, indicating recent activity in his field.

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h-index: 5
Publications: 20
Citations: 116

Selected Publications

Clinical Improvements Following Posterior Cranial Vault Remodeling in a Patient with Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia: A Case Report (2025)

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Hinge Craniotomy for Posterior Cranial Vault Expansion: Using the Keel to the Surgeon’s Advantage (2024)

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Comparing Feedback Techniques in Bilobe Flap Simulation Using 3D‐Printed Facial Models (2023)

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Cultured Skin Autograft in Subtotal Pediatric Scalp Avulsion (2023)

2 citations DOI OpenAlex
Expected Impact of the Pass/Fail Scoring System for USMLE Step 1 on the Plastic Surgery Residency Selection Process: A National Survey of Plastics Program Directors (2022)

11 citations DOI OpenAlex
Will Residency Program Directors Look at My United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 Score During the 2022-2023 Application Cycle? A National Survey of Program Directors (2022)

2 citations DOI OpenAlex