The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Silver Spring, MD

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Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 169 doctor with experience in Hernia near Silver Spring, MD. Of these, 124 are Experienced, 34 are Advanced, 10 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    3800 Reservoir Road NW, Pasquerilla Healthcare Center 4

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl 4, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Parag Bhanot is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Bhanot is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Capitol Surgeons

    8630 Fenton Street, Suite 122, Suite 122, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, German, Gujarati , Hindi, Marathi

    Dr. Mohammed Kalan is a general surgeon affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital. He practices out of the Washington Institute of Surgery in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Kalan has an expertise in abdominal surgery, clinical gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, gastrointestinal cancers, minimally invasive gastrointestinal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Kalan earned his MBBS from Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College in India. He completed a residency in general surgery at Temple University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Kalan is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons of London and Edinburgh, U.K. Dr. Kalan has earned numerous awards. His teaching awards include the Outstanding Faculty Teacher for the Department of Surgery from Georgetown University Hospital in 2001; the Golden Apple Award Nomination from Georgetown University Medical School in 2000; the Georgetown Caring Star from Georgetown University Hospital in 2009 and 2003; and the W.L. Gore/Stuart I. Myers Award for Academic Excellence from Temple University in 1998. Dr. Kalan has also been named one of America’s Top Surgeons by the Consumers’ Research Council of America from 2010-2014; and a Top Doctor in General and Laparoscopic Surgery by Washingtonian magazine in 2002. Dr. Kalan is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Appendicitis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy.

    Andrew H. Schulick
    Experienced in Hernia
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Vascular Surgery

    Suburban Hospital

    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Andrew Schulick, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a Vascular and General Surgeon with the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Johns Hopkins University and graduated from Yale University School of Medicine with honors. He completed his General Surgery Residency and Vascular Surgery Fellowship at the Massachusetts General Hospital, the main teaching hospital for Harvard Medical School. He has been included in Castle-Connolly’s list of “Top Doctors” every year since 2006, and in Washingtonian Magazine as one of the top vascular surgeons in the Washington D.C. area. Dr. Schulick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Peripheral Artery Disease, Arterial Insufficiency, Carotid Artery Disease, and Carotid Artery Surgery.

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    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Rm 4B39, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mario Golocovsky is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Golocovsky is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    110 Irving St., NW GA-4

    110 Irving St NW # 4, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Edward Chan is a Thoracic Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Heart Tumor, Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Lung Transplant.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Office

    5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 150, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Martin Paul is a General Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Paul is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Holy Cross Hospital

    1500 Forest Glen Rd, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Gibeily is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Gibeily is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia and Hysterectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Holy Cross Hospital

    1500 Forest Glen Rd, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ira Tannebaum is a General Surgeon in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Tannebaum is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatric Endocrinology
    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatric Endocrinology

    Office

    4650 Taylor Rd, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Recupero is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Recupero is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia and Intersex.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Chevy Chase Surgical Associates PC

    Chevy Chase, MD 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Zorc is a General Surgeon in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Dr. Zorc is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Lump in the Abdomen, Hernia, Cellulitis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    110 Irving St NW Ste 4B, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Shiflett is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Shiflett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Secondary Peritonitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Atlantic General Surgery Associates LLC

    5602B Shields Dr, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Enrique Daza is a General Surgeon in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Daza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery

    MedStar Health: Colon And Rectal Surgery At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Fitzgerald is a Colorectal Surgeon in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Fitzgerald is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, Rectal Prolapse, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christine Trankiem is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Trankiem is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Secondary Peritonitis, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    110 Irving St NW, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Chadi Abouassaly is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Abouassaly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Necrotizing Fasciitis, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Katherine G. Lamond
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 210, Suite 210, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Katherine Lamond is the Medical Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Bariatrics Surgery at Sibley Memorial Hospital and Assistant Professor of Surgery for Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. She specializes in laparoscopic bariatric surgery, and performs the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass, Sleeve Gastrectomy and Adjustable Gastric Banding at Sibley. She is also a surgeon with Johns Hopkins Surgery at Sibley, where she practices general surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery. Dr. Lamond grew up in Maryland and attended Dartmouth College for her undergraduate education, before moving back to the area to attend Georgetown University School of Medicine. Her internship and residency in General Surgery were completed at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville. She then completed a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery. More recently, Dr. Lamond served as Assistant Professor of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine from 2012-2015, prior to transitioning her practice to Sibley Memorial Hospital. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is active in both the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Videos Meet Katherine Lamond, M.D., Minimally Invasive Surgeon Surgical Weight Loss Options 101 GERD and Bariatric Surgery FAQ. Dr. Lamond is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    James W. Robey
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. James Robey is a Johns Hopkins surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive procedures. He has provided surgical services to Washington-area residents for over 30 years. He takes pride in providing a customized approach to care to ensure the best possible outcome. Dr. Robey is consistently recognized as a top doctor in the region by Bethesda Magazine and Washingtonian. Selected Publications “Relationship between tumor necrosis factor, eicosanoids and platelet activating factor as mediators of endotoxin-induced shock in mice.” Adam K. Myers, James W. Robey.British Journal of Pharmacology. (1990) 99, 499-502. “Ruptured, infected popliteal artery aneurysm, a case report.” James W. Robey, et al. Vascular Surgery. 1998. Dr. Robey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Brett C. Parker
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine

    Johns Hopkins University

    5255 Loughboro Rd Nw, Suite 210, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    6+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Brett Parker is a general surgeon and fellowship-trained minimally invasive foregut and bariatric surgeon. He is also the Program Director for the Johns Hopkins Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship Program.Dr. Parker is an expert in minimally invasive surgical techniques including advanced laparoscopy and robotic surgery, as well as therapeutic flexible endoscopy. He is interested in promoting the evolving indications for surgical repair of paraesophageal hernias, as well as adjunct procedures surgeons can use to reduce recurrence rates. He offers a wide range of interventions for GERD, and promotes early surgical referral to discuss and tailor therapy to individual patient circumstances. Dr. Parker also has a robust abdominal wall reconstruction and weight loss surgery practice. He is widely published on the surgical outcomes of foregut surgery, emerging technologies, and innovation, as well as surgical simulation and skills transfer. As a member of the Johns Hopkins Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Greater Washington Area, Dr. Parker is dedicated to the best, individualized, patient outcomes. Dr. Parker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Alexandra R. Tsesis
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda

    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew, Russian

    Dr. Alexandra Roginsky is a fellowship-trained surgeon with expertise in robotic, minimally invasive and trauma surgery. Dr. Roginsky has two decades of broad surgical experience and is dedicated to finding the most effective, least invasive, way to treat patients. She completed her fellowship training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin and medical school at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She has been listed as a top surgeon by the Consumer’s Research Council of America and is widely published in multiple fields, including minimally invasive surgery and cancer biology. Videos Alexandra B. Roginsky, M.D.Acute Care and Trauma Surgeon Selected Publications Alexandra B. Roginsky, Alexander Tsesis, Hate speech, volition, and neurology, Journal of Law and the Biosciences, Volume 3, Issue 1, April 2016, Pages 174–177, https://doi.org/10.1093/jlb/lsv058 Roginsky, Alexandra. For Our Patients: On Becoming the Surgeon Advocate, Leader, and Learner. (2019). American College of Surgeons. https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2019/aroginsky Roginsky, Alexandra. Young Fellows Advocacy and Action. American College of Surgeons. (2018). https://www.facs.org/member-services/yfa/advocacy-essays/2018/roginsky. Dr. Tsesis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Diverticular Disease, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Meredith G. Garrett
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Johns Hopkins Surgery At Sibley Memorial Hospital

    50 Irving Street Northwest, Room 2A-149, Room 2A-149, 
    Washington, DC 
     (7.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Meredith G. Garrett, M.D., is a breast and general surgeon at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, and a surgical consultant to the U.S. State Department, providing surgical consultation for diplomats both in the United States and overseas. Dr. Garrett specializes in surgery for benign and malignant diseases of the breast; breast ultrasound; minimally invasive breast biopsy; benign and malignant diseases of the colon; and laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery of the intestinal tract, hernias and spleen. Dr. Garrett earned her medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She completed a surgical residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, followed by service in the United States Army. Dr. Garrett was the Medical Commander of the 135th Forward Surgical Team in Korea, specializing in battlefield surgery. She also spent time serving as a general surgeon for the U.S. Army in Honduras and Egypt. Completing her service, Dr. Garrett became the program director for breast cancer survivors at Anne Arundel Medical Center, where she also trained surgical fellows in breast surgery. She also trained residents in general surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Garrett is involved with several quality improvement initiatives at Sibley to improve surgical outcomes for patients, and is a member of the Operating Room Committee. She is responsible for coordination of ongoing learning activities (CME) for practicing general surgeons and other specialists at Sibley. Dr. Garrett is a fellow in the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons and Sibley Medical Association. Dr. Garrett has been repeatedly named a Top Doctor by Washingtonian Magazine, and has earned the Tops Doctors Award for Northern Virginia and the John Carroll Society Pro Bono Health Care Award. Every year, Dr. Garrett dedicates time working in the central highlands of Bolivia to provide direct surgical care to those who would otherwise go without appropriate medical interventions. She also teaches local Bolivian surgeons advanced surgical techniques, specifically laparoscopic skills. Dr. Garrett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Femoral Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy.

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    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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 Silver Spring, MD?

    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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