The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Jersey City, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 585 doctor with experience in Hernia near Jersey City, NJ. Of these, 411 are Experienced, 120 are Advanced, 45 are Distinguished and 6 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tanuja Damani is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Damani is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    1275 York Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Enrico Danzer is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Danzer is rated as an Elite 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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Omphalocele, and Endoscopy. Dr. Danzer is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Gastroesophageal Reflux And Motility Disorders Program

    520 E 70th St Fl 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Rasa Zarnegar is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Zarnegar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Zarnegar is currently accepting new patients.

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    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    General Surgery - Upper East Side

    520 E 70th St # 8, 
    New York, NY 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cheguevara Afaneh is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Afaneh is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    5 E 98th St, Surgery Dept, 
    New York, NY 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Celia Divino is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Divino is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 5, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Yuri Novitsky is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Novitsky is rated as an Elite 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 Hernia, Desmoid Tumor, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Novitsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgical Specialties At Rego Park

    95-25 Queens Boulevard, 5th Floor, 
    Rego Park, NY 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Moises Tenembaum is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Rego Park, New York. Dr. Tenembaum 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 Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Colostomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Distinguished in Hernia

    Northwell Health Physician Partners Hernia Center At Seaview Avenue

    501 Seaview Avenue, Suite 301, 
    Staten Island, NY 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Castellano is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Staten Island, New York. Dr. Castellano 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, Umbilical Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Castellano is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Pediatric Cardiology
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Pediatric Cardiology

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr Krishnan initially did her medical school, residency, and fellowship training in India. Subsequent to that she moved to the United States to complete her pediatrics residency at New York medical college and her Pediatric Cardiology fellowship at Columbia University. She then returned to India to head the Department of Pediatric Cardiology at the Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases and Madras Medical Mission in Chennai India. She set up the first fellowship program, training Indian and international fellows in Pediatric Cardiology in India and getting accreditation for Pediatric Cardiology with the National board of Education in New Delhi. She also co-founded the Pediatric Cardiology Society of India. In 2001 Dr Krishnan moved back to New York to take a faculty position at New York Medical College. She left there is 2010 to take a position at Columbia University in 2010 where she is currently. She is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics as well as an Associate Medical Director of the Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension Center which is the first accredited pediatric and adult pulmonary hypertension center in the United States. In addition to clinical responsibilities, she is actively involved in medical education at every level. She is closely involved with the Pediatric Cardiology fellowship at Columbia University and is the director of the fellowship Clinical Competency Committee, which oversees fellow education and training. She is the director of medical student and resident education in Pediatric Cardiology and is closely involved with the Foundations in Clinical Medicine and Major Clinical Year training at the medical school. She was inducted to the Virginia Apgar Society of Medical Educators at Columbia University in 2018.She is also actively involved in research, both in Pulmonary Hypertension and Pediatric Cardiology and is PI/co-investigator in multiple clinical trials, both NIH sponsored and other grants. She has co-authored over 50 papers and has multiple invited lectures to her credit. She is actively involved in the Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension Network and in multiple research activities of the network. She is involved in curriculum development for a Pulmonary Hypertension education series. She is involved in teaching e-learning courses for international fellows in Pediatric Cardiology through the Children’s heart link. She is on the editorial board of several journals including the Annals of Pediatric Cardiology and the Advances in Pulmonary Hypertension, and is a reviewer for multiple other journals. Dr. Krishnan is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses High Blood Pressure in Infants, Pulmonary Vein Stenosis, Pulmonary Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Krishnan is board certified in Pediatric Cardiology. Dr. Krishnan is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Pediatric Surgery

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway, Floor 2, Suite 215, 
    New York, NY 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Vincent Duron, MD is Co-Director of Fetal Therapy, Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Director of Pediatric Trauma and Surgical Critical Care. He practices the full spectrum of pediatric general surgery. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgery, specializing in surgery for congenital anomalies, biliary atresia, lung anomalies, and pectus excavatum. He performs fetal surgery for various conditions, including fetoscopic repair of myelomeningocele/spina bifida and fetoscopic endoluminal tracheal occlusion (FETO) for congenital diaphragmatic hernia. Dr. Duron is a well-funded surgeon-scientist. His research focuses on fluid optimization for critically ill children and fetal and neonatal diagnostics and surgery. He has received multiple research and teaching awards and is a frequently invited speaker, author, and reviewer. He is dedicated to global health and regularly returns to Iquitos, Peru, to train local surgeons in pediatric surgery. Dr. Duron 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 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Duron is board certified in Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, and Surgical Critical Care. Dr. Duron is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Mount Sinai Institute For Liver Medicine Chinatown

    168 Centre St Fl 3M, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alex Ky is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Ky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Bowel Incontinence, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    139 Centre Street, Suite 512, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin

    Sam Kwauk is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Kwauk 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 Hernia and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kwauk is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Mount Sinai Doctors

    10 Union Sq E # 2M, 
    New York, NY 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Leitman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Leitman is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Giant Mammary Hamartoma, Fibroadenoma, Appendectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Leitman is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    MSBI Surgical Associates

    10 Union Sq E, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yunyun Lo is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Lo is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Lo is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    50 Court St Fl 6, 
    Brooklyn, NY 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Raffaele Borriello is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Borriello is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Borriello is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Office

    530 1st Ave Ste 6C, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Hofstetter is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hofstetter is rated as a Distinguished 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, and Hernia Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    New York University

    530 1st Ave, 
    New York, NY 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Xavier Pereira is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Pereira is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hernia, Adrenal Gland Adenoma, Obesity, Gastric Bypass, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Surgical Specialists Of North Jersey

    3196 John F Kennedy Boulevard, 
    Union City, NJ 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    German Costa is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Union City, New Jersey. Dr. Costa 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 Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Ileostomy, and Colostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Colorectal Surgery
    515 Madison Avenue, Room 705, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    "Parswa Ansari, MD, is a double board-certified colon and rectal surgeon at Northwell's Lenox Hill Hospital, with over 15 years of experience. He treats various anorectal disorders, including hemorrhoids, fissures and fistulas, and has expertise in laparoscopic colorectal resections for cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis. He also has a focus on advanced endometriosis.""My father was a doctor; seeing how he conducted himself inspired me to pursue a career in medicine,"" says Dr. Ansari, who graduated from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. He then completed a residency in general surgery at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Lahey Clinic Medical Center.Having joined Lenox Hill Hospital in 2007, Dr. Ansari was originally the only colorectal surgeon on staff and has since seen the team grow to include multiple colorectal surgeons. ""We all work closely together, which strengthens the level of care we provide,"" he says. He also collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide patients with comprehensive care. For instance, he partners with gynecologists and urologists to provide holistic care for a large volume of endometriosis patients. ""Endometriosis knows no boundaries,"" he explains. ""Advanced forms can invade anywhere, including the colon, rectum or other parts of the intestine, so having a team approach to treatment is extremely important.""Passionate about educating the next generation of doctors, Dr. Ansari has written chapters for textbooks and serves as program director for the general surgery residency at Lenox Hill Hospital, as well as assistant professor at Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.Dr. Ansari is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, and he has served on the Executive Council of the New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. His surgical expertise and commitment to the New York community has earned him recognition on several prestigious physician lists, including Castle Connolly Top Doctors and New York Magazine Top Doctors.Dr. Ansari's patients appreciate his calm demeanor and ability to explain complex details in a way that's easy to understand. ""I love connecting with patients and helping them get better,"" he says. ""Their gratification, and that of their loved ones, is what's most meaningful to me.""". Dr. Ansari is rated as an Experienced 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 Proctitis, Genital Warts, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Colonoscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Ansari is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Duane Reade #14129

    55 E 55th St, 
    New York, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mary Hopkins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New York, New York. Dr. Hopkins is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Epidural Lipomatosis, Hernia Surgery, and Appendectomy.

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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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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 Jersey City, NJ?

    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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