The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Elgin, IL

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 61 doctor with experience in Hernia near Elgin, IL. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 16 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Surgery

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Kunio is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Kunio 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 Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Kunio is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Surgery

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Bardouniotis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Bardouniotis 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 Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Bardouniotis is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Surgery

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lily Hsieh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Hsieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Removal, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Hsieh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

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    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group Surgery

    745 Fletcher Dr, Ste 302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Fremgen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Fremgen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Cholecystitis. Dr. Fremgen is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advanced Surgery & Wellness, PLLC

    163 S Randall Rd, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irene Wu is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Wu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Wu is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Suburban Surgical Care Specialists SC

    4885 Hoffman Blvd Ste 400, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Guske is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Guske is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Suburban Surgical Care Specialists SC

    4885 Hoffman Blvd Ste 400, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Kane is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Kane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Cholecystitis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Suburban Surgical Care Specialists SC

    4885 Hoffman Blvd Ste 400, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Peter Rantis is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Rantis is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Proctitis, Hernia, Colostomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Advocate Good Shepherd Breast Surgery

    450 W Highway 22, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (12.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Rosen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Rosen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Rosen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Transplant Surgery

    Advocate Medical Group-Neurosurgery

    1435 N Randall Rd Ste 107, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Brems is a General Surgeon and a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Brems is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery
    2359 Hassell Road, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    34+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    To provide quality, compassionate care with a personal touch. Dr. Grabowski is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Grabowski is board certified in Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology | Colorectal Surgery
    220 Springfield Drive, Suite 320, 
    Bloomingdale, IL 
     (10.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    I believe in patient centered care that involves respectful, compassionate and open communication between the patient, their family members and myself. I thoroughly discussed their diagnosis, and treatment options; including the most up-to-date minimally invasive surgical approaches, as well as nonsurgical treatment options. I work with the patient to decide on what will be the best treatment option for their individual needs. Dr. Martirano is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Diverticular Disease, Angiosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Martirano is board certified in Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Advanced Surgical Care Of Northern Illinois, Ltd

    802 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Daniel Hoeltgen is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Hoeltgen is rated as a Distinguished 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, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Hoeltgen is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Advanced Surgical Care Of Northern Illinois, Ltd

    802 Fox Glen Ct, 
    Barrington, IL 
     (11.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Hsin Chang is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Barrington, Illinois. Dr. Chang is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Chang is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean

    Thomas H. Pae, MD, a general surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for a wide range of conditions. With over two decades of experience, he performs procedures using evidence-based techniques and collaborates closely with care teams to support recovery and long-term outcomes. Dr. Pae is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Cellulitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pae is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Endeavor Health Medical Group

    880 W. Central Rd., Suite 5000, 
    Arlington Heights, IL 
     (14.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sean Barnett, MD, a general and trauma surgeon at Endeavor Health, provides surgical care for patients with conditions of the abdomen, including gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis and bowel disorders. He also performs dialysis access surgery. Dr. Barnett values collaboration and ensures patients are informed and comfortable when making decisions about their treatment. His approach combines surgical expertise, clear communication and compassion to guide patients through every step of care. Dr. Barnett is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Barnett is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    General And Vascular Surgery LTD.

    745 Fletcher Dr Ste 302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leo Farbota is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Farbota 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Advanced in Hernia
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    Vascular Surgery | General Surgery
    745 Fletcher Drive, #302, 
    Elgin, IL 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Raul Aron is a Vascular Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Elgin, Illinois. Dr. Aron 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 Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Suburban Surgical Care Specialists SC

    4885 Hoffman Blvd Ste 400, 
    Hoffman Estates, IL 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Wallace is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Dr. Wallace is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Ureteral Reconstruction, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    25 N. Winfield Road, Suite 300, 
    Winfield, IL 
     (13.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Open communication is the cornerstone of a healthy doctor-patient relationship. I spend as much time as necessary to educate my patients about their diagnosis and listen to their concerns, so that I can better understand their life circumstances and recommend the most appropriate treatment. Dr. Bradley 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Melanoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Bradley is board certified in Surgery and Surgical Oncology.

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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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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 Elgin, IL?

    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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