Dr. Joseph Gharios
Hernia Surgery
Inguinal & Umbilical Hernia Repair
Hernia repair requires careful evaluation of defect size, location, and patient-specific risk factors to ensure durable results and minimize recurrence.
Inguinal Hernia
Symptoms may include:
- Groin bulge
- Pain or heaviness
- Discomfort with effort
Treatment options :
- Open mesh repair
- Laparoscopic repair
- Robotic-assisted repair
1990
+
Successful Surgical Procedures Completed
Umbilical Hernia
Umbilical hernia presents as a bulge near the navel.
Surgical repair is recommended when:
- The hernia is symptomatic
- The defect enlarges
- There is risk of incarceration
Treatment options:
- Open repair
- Laparoscopic repair
- Robotic-assisted repair
Mesh reinforcement may be used depending on defect size and patient factors.
Key Principles
- Individualized repair strategy
- Appropriate mesh selection
- Early mobilization
- Long-term durability