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Do I Need General Anesthesia for Hernia Surgery?

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...

“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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