by John Kennedy | Jun 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Umbilical hernias are quite common. They are often very easy to diagnose, and if the bulge is large enough, your family and friends may notice it too. An umbilical hernia is a bulge at or near the belly button caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall. In many...
by John Kennedy | Jun 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
Short answer: Our goal is no permanent restrictions. Once the surgical soreness has resolved, you may usually return to all your usual activities—work, lifting, exercise, and sports—without special limits. Use common sense, but there are no long-term “can’t do” rules....
by John Kennedy | Apr 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Short answer: often it’s safest to wait until you’re 6 months out from the stent/heart attack—then we can usually stop Plavix (clopidogrel) for a few days, continue aspirin, and repair the hernia with a low cardiac risk. American College of CardiologyCleveland Clinic...
by John Kennedy | Apr 6, 2026 | Diagnosis
Usually, no. In most cases, a hernia can be diagnosed with a good history and a careful physical exam. That is especially true for a typical inguinal hernia in the groin, or an umbilical hernia. Many patients assume they will need an ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI before...
by John Kennedy | Mar 27, 2026 | Anesthesia Details
Can You Fix a Hernia Without General Anesthesia? In many cases, yes. For most patients with an inguinal hernia (a hernia in the groin), repair can often be done without full general anesthesia. That surprises many people. Some assume every hernia operation requires...
