The 20 Best Hernia Surgery Doctors near Athens, GA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Hernia Surgery

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Hernia Surgery near Athens, GA. Of these, 13 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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15 providers found
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    ARMC Surgicalists Group

    1199 Prince Avenue, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Damon Simpson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Simpson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Simpson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Athens

    1010 Prince Ave Ste 400, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Webb has a passion for general surgery and takes special interest in robotic hernia repair and complex hernia repair. He is board-certified, and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Webb is a member of the Americas Hernia Society, Georgia Surgical Society, American College of Surgeons, and several other national groups. He has advanced special training in robotic surgery.Dr. Webb is a native of Athens, Georgia. He and his wife, Kery, have raised two sons and a daughter in Athens. Dr. Webb is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Webb is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Athens

    1010 Prince Ave Ste 400, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Shotwell, M.D., is a general surgeon with more than 20 years of experience. Dr. Shotwell specializes in minimally invasive and laparoscopic procedures, providing excellent care for conditions such as gallbladder, hernia, thyroid, and colorectal disease.Dr. Shotwell earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia and completed a general surgery residency at Michigan State University. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. When he's not working, Dr. Shotwell enjoys time with his family, hiking, and following UGA athletics.Dr. Shotwell is accepting new patients and welcomes most major insurance plans. Dr. Shotwell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Shotwell is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    University Health Alliance

    3320 Old Jefferson Road, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Delaurier is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Delaurier is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Diverticular Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Delaurier is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Trauma/Acute Care Surgery

    242 King Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Russell Pruitt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pruitt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pruitt is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Piedmont Physicians Trauma/Acute Care Surgery

    242 King Avenue, Suite 130, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jason Pfluke is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Pfluke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pfluke is board certified in American Board Of Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Gregory A. Delaurier M.D. Colorectal And General Surgery P.C.

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2000, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sergio Mejias is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Mejias is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery

    Athens Area Urology

    1150 Golden Way, 
    Watkinsville, GA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gary Walton is a Urologist practicing medicine in Watkinsville, Georgia. Dr. Walton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Walton is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Walton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Athens Pharmacy

    1425 Prince Ave, 
    Athens, GA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Thomas Howdieshell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Howdieshell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His clinical expertise encompasses Post-Splenectomy Syndrome, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Hernia Surgery, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    700 Sunset Dr, Suite 503, 
    Athens, GA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Cannon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Cannon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 29 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Gregory A. Delaurier M.D. Colorectal And General Surgery P.C.

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2000, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Carr is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Carr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Gregory A. Delaurier M.D. Colorectal And General Surgery P.C.

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2000, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ryan Katz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Katz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Gregory A. Delaurier M.D. Colorectal And General Surgery P.C.

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2000, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Katherine Habenicht is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Habenicht is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Gallbladder Removal, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    PPG Athens Endocrinology

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 3600, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Mohammed Obeidin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Obeidin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    Gregory A. Delaurier M.D. Colorectal And General Surgery P.C.

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 2000, 
    Athens, GA 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Lawrence is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia. Dr. Lawrence is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Colostomy, and Small Bowel Resection.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Hernia Surgery doctor near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery doctor near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery doctors near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery doctors near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery doctor near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hernia Surgery 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 Surgery doctor near Athens, GA?

    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 Surgery 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 Surgery 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 Surgery doctors near Athens, GA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Hernia Surgery 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 Surgery doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hernia Surgery 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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