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“Am I too old or too high-risk for hernia repair?”

by John Kennedy | Feb 2, 2026 | Anesthesia Details

Short answer: maybe not. Age and heart disease don’t automatically rule out safe hernia surgery. It’s worth coming in for an evaluation so we can look at your risks and options. Why an evaluation mattersModern surgery is far more adaptable than it used to be. Many...

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