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    MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Hernia near Alaska, US. Of these, 52 are Experienced, 13 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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    68 providers found
      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Tanana Valley Clinic LLC

      1001 Noble St, 
      Fairbanks, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, French, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Dante Conley is a General Surgeon in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Conley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Umbilical Hernia, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Conley is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Bartlett Regional Hospital

      3268 Hospital Dr, Suite A, 
      Juneau, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Benjamin Miller is a General Surgeon in Juneau, Alaska. Dr. Miller is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia
      General Surgery
      3300 Providence Drive, Suite 213, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Wrigley is a General Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Wrigley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wrigley is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      3220 Providence Drive, Suite E3040, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      John Muffoletto is a General Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Muffoletto is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Muffoletto is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery

      Mat-Su Surgical Associates Apc

      2490 S Woodworth Loop, Suite 450, 
      Palmer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Castilian, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Garth Lecheminant is a General Surgeon and a Thoracic Surgeon in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Lecheminant is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Barrett Esophagus, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Lecheminant is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Tanana Valley Clinic LLC

      1650 Cowles St, 
      Fairbanks, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Kristin Flowers is a General Surgeon in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Flowers is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. Dr. Flowers is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
      1200 Airport Heights Drive, Suite 350, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Grant Searles is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Searles is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Searles is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      3851 Piper Street, Suite U230, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Victoria Murdock is a General Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Murdock has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Murdock is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      South Peninsula Hospital Inc

      4300 Bartlett St, 
      Homer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Bloch is a General Surgeon in Homer, Alaska. Dr. Bloch is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Bloch is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      3340 Providence Drive, Suite 359, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Michelle Thomas is a General Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Thomas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Thomas is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Mat-Su Surgical Associates Apc

      2490 S Woodworth Loop, Suite 450, 
      Palmer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David Morrow is a General Surgeon in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Morrow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Umbilical Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Colostomy. Dr. Morrow is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Central Peninsula General Hospital Inc

      240 Hospital Pl, 
      Soldotna, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, Mandarin
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Lattin is a General Surgeon in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. Lattin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), Paget Disease of the Breast, Intraductal Papilloma, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Lattin is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      Surgical Oncology | General Surgery

      Far North Surgery And Surgical Oncology PC

      2925 Debarr Rd, Suite D350, 
      Anchorage, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Bulgarian, French, Hindi, Punjabi
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Madhu Prasad is a Surgical Oncologist and a General Surgeon in Anchorage, Alaska. Dr. Prasad is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Mesenchymoma, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Hernia, Splenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Prasad is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Central Peninsula General Hospital Inc

      240 Hospital Pl, 
      Soldotna, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hebrew, Japanese, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      David King is a General Surgeon in Soldotna, Alaska. Dr. King is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. King is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Mat-Su Surgical Associates Apc

      2490 S Woodworth Loop, Suite 450, 
      Palmer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Offers Telehealth

      Iuliana Bobanga is a General Surgeon in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Bobanga is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Cancer, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Tanana Valley Clinic LLC

      1650 Cowles St, 
      Fairbanks, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Hakka, Japanese, Mandarin, Taiwanese
      Accepting New Patients

      Emery Chang is a General Surgeon in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      7559 N Tongass Hwy, 
      Ketchikan, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jeff Ryan is a General Surgeon in Ketchikan, Alaska. Dr. Ryan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hernia, Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Ryan is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      2490 S Woodworth Loop, Suite 300, 
      Palmer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Sharon Schaefer is a General Surgeon in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Schaefer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Esophagitis, Gallbladder Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Lymphadenectomy.

      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery

      Glacier Surgical Associates Inc

      425 E Dahlia Ave, Suite J, 
      Palmer, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Shannon Gulley is a General Surgeon in Palmer, Alaska. Dr. Gulley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Endoscopy. Dr. Gulley is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia
      General Surgery
      1650 Cowles St, 
      Fairbanks, AK 
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Arabic, French, German, Spanish
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mark Kowal is a General Surgeon in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Kowal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Kowal is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      What is the definition of Hernia?

      A hernia is a sac formed by the lining of the abdominal cavity (peritoneum). The sac comes through a hole or weak area in the strong layer of the belly wall that surrounds the muscle. This layer is called the fascia.

      Which type of hernia you have depends on where it is:

      • Femoral hernia is a bulge in the upper thigh, just below the groin. This type is more common in women than men.
      • Hiatal hernia occurs in the diaphragm muscle that separates the chest and abdomen. Part of the upper stomach pushes into the chest.
      • Incisional hernia can occur through a scar if you have had abdominal surgery in the past.
      • Umbilical hernia is a bulge around the belly button. Most often it occurs when the muscle around the belly button does not close completely after birth.
      • Inguinal hernia is a bulge in the groin. It is more common in men. It may go all the way down into the scrotum.

      When should I see a Hernia doctor in Alaska, US?

      There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

      • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
      • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
      • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
      • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
      • You want a second opinion.  

      What should I consider when choosing a Hernia doctor in Alaska, US?

      It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

      How does MediFind rank Hernia doctors in Alaska, US?

      MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

      What types of insurance are accepted by Hernia doctors in Alaska, US?

      Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

      How can I book an appointment online with a Hernia doctor in Alaska, US?

      MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Hernia doctor search results page. 

      Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hernia doctor?

      Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

      How can I prepare for my appointment with a Hernia doctor in Alaska, US?

      Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

      • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
      • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
      • Family history of disease 
      • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
      • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
      • List of questions and concerns 
      • Your insurance card 

      You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

      What questions should I ask my Hernia doctor?

      Here are some sample questions: 

      • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
      • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
      • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
      • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
      • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

      How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Hernia doctor may know about?

      MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

      MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

      Can I filter my search to show male or female Hernia doctors in Alaska, US?

      Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hernia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

      Can I filter my search to find a Hernia doctor that offers video calls?

      Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hernia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

      Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

      By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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