The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Stockton, CA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 27 doctor with experience in Hernia near Stockton, CA. Of these, 16 are Experienced, 10 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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27 providers found
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Steven L. Goldberg, MD Private Practice

    2216 N California St, Ste A, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Goldberg is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Goldberg is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Thymectomy. Dr. Goldberg is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Goldberg is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Surgical Specialties - Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton

    1901 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Deandrea Sims is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Sims is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Sims is board certified in American Bd Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Sims is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Ilia Gur, MD Private Practice

    2209 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ilia Gur is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Gur is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Gur is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Gur is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Timothy Bechtel, MD Private Practice

    2216 N California St, Ste A, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Bechtel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Bechtel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Bechtel is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Bechtel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    County Of San Joaquin

    500 W Hospital Rd, 
    French Camp, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jonathan Lu is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in French Camp, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Lu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Dameron Hospital Association

    530 W Acacia St Ste 1, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Mcneil is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Mcneil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Proctitis, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Tarig A. Samarkandy, MD Private Practice

    2545 W Hammer Ln, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Tarig Samarkandy is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Samarkandy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Samarkandy is board certified in Obesity Medicine (ABOM) and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Samarkandy is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Patrick Manookian, MD Private Practice

    2545 W Hammer Ln, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Manookian is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Manookian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Manookian is board certified in Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Manookian is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton

    1901 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rick Rawson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Rawson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Surgical Specialties - Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton

    1901 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I practice patient-centered care, focusing on education and clear communication with patients. I understand that no two patients are the same, and I create individual treatment plans based on patient needs and the best medical evidence. I bring years of experience, extensive technical expertise, and a deep fund of knowledge to obtain the best surgical outcomes. Dr. Digney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Digney is board certified in Board-Certified In General Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    500 W. Hospital Rd., 
    French Camp, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Gynn is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in French Camp, California. Dr. Gynn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Rectal Prolapse, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Vascular Surgery

    Solo Practice - Arismendi

    420 W Acacia St, Ste 3, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Arismendi is a General Surgeon and a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Arismendi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia. Dr. Arismendi is board certified in Surgery General Surgery and Surgery Vascular Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Dignity Health Medical Group - Stockton

    1901 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Teresa Gross is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Gross is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stomach Cancer, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Hernia.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Timothy Bechtel, MD, Inc.

    2216 N California St, Ste A, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Osama Zahriya is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Zahriya is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Zahriya is board certified in Surgery General Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia

    Stockton Pediatric Med. Group Inc.

    2349 N California St, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cesar Pabustan is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. Pabustan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anemia, Obesity in Children, Delayed Growth, and Asthma in Children.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    County Of San Joaquin

    500 W Hospital Rd, 
    French Camp, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pratik Mehta is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in French Camp, California. Dr. Mehta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, Liver Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    San Joaquin General Hospital

    500 W Hospital Rd, 
    French Camp, CA 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nathaniel Matolo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in French Camp, California. Dr. Matolo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Arterial Insufficiency, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Matolo is board certified in Surgery General Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Stockton Medical Plaza II

    2545 West Hammer Lane, 
    Stockton, CA 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuchen You is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stockton, California. Dr. You is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, and Familial Colorectal Cancer. Dr. You is board certified in Surgery. Dr. You is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Adventist Health Physicians Network

    999 S Fairmont Ave Ste 100, 
    Lodi, CA 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Fahey is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Lodi, California. Dr. Fahey is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Office

    1234 E North St Ste 105, 
    Manteca, CA 
     (10.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yong Shih is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Manteca, California. Dr. Shih is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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 near Stockton, CA?

    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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