The 20 Best Hernia Surgery Doctors near Berkeley Heights, NJ

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 125 doctor with experience in Hernia Surgery near Berkeley Heights, NJ. Of these, 118 are Experienced and 7 are Advanced.

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    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    11 Overlook Rd, Suite 160, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Starker is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Starker 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, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Suraj Alva is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Alva is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Alva is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Alva is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Bertram Chinn is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Chinn 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 Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Lynch Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Chinn is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Chinn is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Notaro is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Notaro 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 Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Notaro is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Notaro is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associated Colon & Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 211, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Associate Program Director of Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson colorectal fellowship; Director of colorectal resident research; Past-President of both the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Societies of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; question writer for the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery written examination; Dean of ASCRS-U, invited lecturer at numerous national and international colorectal surgery meetings; author of numerous colorectal surgery book chapters; served as Chairman of numerous committees for the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) including the Self-Assessment Committee, Program Committee, Finance Committee, Credentials Committee, and the Nominations Advisory Task Force; President-Eugene P Salvati Alumni Association; Past-Treasurer-ASCRS, Past-Vice Chairman Surgical Leadership Institute (ASCRS); current Vice-President ASCRS; Fellow of the American College of Surgeons; Fellow of the New York Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons; Member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Wilkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Anal Fissure, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wilkins is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wilkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Julie Alorber MD PC

    33 Overlook Road, Suite 306, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Lorber is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Lorber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lorber is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Lorber is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Summit Medical Group PA

    1 Diamond Hill Rd, 
    Berkeley Heights, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Patrick Lemasters is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Dr. Lemasters is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lemasters is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Lemasters is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Summit Medical Group Colon Rectal Surgery

    1 Diamond Hill Road, Building Bensley, 
    Berkeley Heights, NJ 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Farshad Abir is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. Dr. Abir is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anorectal Abscess, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Abir is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Abir is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery

    Atlantic Colon And Rectal Surgeons

    33 Overlook Road, Medical Arts Center I Suite 412, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Aaron Miller is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Miller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Fissure, Proctitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Miller is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Atlantic Medical Group Colorectal Surgery At Morristown

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite A10, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Rolando Rolandelli is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Rolandelli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Diverticular Disease, Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Rolandelli is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Rolandelli is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Hospital Medicine

    Practice Associates Medical Group

    99 Beauvoir Ave, 
    Summit, NJ 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ayesha Ayub is a primary care provider, practicing in Hospital Medicine in Summit, New Jersey. Dr. Ayub is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Sepsis, Peptic Ulcer, Pacemaker Implantation, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Ayub is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Surgical Oncology

    Clark-North Pavilion- Breast/General Surgery

    140 Central Avenue, 
    Clark, NJ 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Marc Mandel, MD, FACS, is a surgeon specializing in general surgery, breast surgery, and surgical oncology with Atlantic Health Partners (AHP). Board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery, he has more than 35 years of experience evaluating, diagnosing and performing surgical procedures and has specialized experience in general and oncologic surgery of the breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue as well as complex hernia repair. He is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to each patient and is an active participant in the tumor boards at Overlook Medical Center.Dr. Mandel obtained a BA in biochemistry and studio fine arts from Brandeis University and subsequently received a master’s in physiology from Georgetown University. He earned his MD at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Yale University where he served as the administrative chief resident.Remaining at Yale as academic faculty, Dr. Mandel was an assistant professor of surgery and acting chief of trauma during the Gulf War. He also had a joint appointment in the division of surgical oncology where he was mentored by several prominent oncologic surgeons in a variety of disciplines, among them breast, gastrointestinal, and pancreatic surgery. Dr. Mandel has held important leadership roles during his career and is currently the director of surgical education and chief, division of general surgery in addition to other significant roles. Dr. Mandel prides himself as a surgical educator and was awarded Surgical Teacher of the Year at Columbia University Medical Center. He was honored by the American Cancer Society at the Diamond Ball in 2017 and was a National Award winner as Cancer Liaison by the America College of Surgeons in 2024. Dr. Mandel has been a constant on most Top Doctor lists for 20 years.Dr. Mandel is a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Surgical Oncologists and was an early member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons. In keeping with his training as an academic surgeon, he has been clinical faculty at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, as a clinical assistant professor of surgery since 1992. He is a participating provider of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Mandel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Mandel is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Mandel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Advanced Surgical Associates

    155 Morris Avenue, Suite 204, 
    Springfield, NJ 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Muhammad Feteiha is a fellowship trained general and bariatric surgeon with Atlantic Medical Group. Affiliated with Overlook Medical Center, he is vice president of the Medical Staff, the Chairman of the Surgical Quality Review Committee, and Vice Chairman of the division of General Surgery. He has held several other leadership roles with Atlantic Health System throughout the last two decades and has pioneered the Bariatric Service at Overlook Medical Center. Dr. Feteiha earned his doctorate in medicine from Tufts University School of Medicine. Upon completing his surgical residency at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center, he completed a fellowship in laparoscopic surgery at New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University. Dr. Feteiha earned the distinction of being named to New Jersey Monthly's Top Doctors for over 10 years in a row. In addition, he received the Atlantic Health Physician Excellence Award. His clinical interests include general and minimally invasive techniques to treat obesity including gastric bypass surgery and gastric sleeve surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, colorectal disease, as well as hernia repair. He is board certified in surgery and a member of the American College of Surgeons, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery’s New Jersey Chapter, and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Feteiha is a fitness enthusiast and enjoys skiing, bicycling, running, and participating in triathlons. He is a participating member of the Atlantic Accountable Care Organization. Dr. Feteiha is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Feteiha is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Feteiha is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Urology | Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Urology | Oncology

    Garden State Urology

    261 James Street, Suite 2G, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (7.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Pressler always strives to provide compassionate and personalized care for all of his patients. He is a recognized regional expert in urologic oncology and robotic surgery. Dr. Pressler has the most experience using the da Vinci robot in northwest NJ. Dr. Pressler specializes in robotic prostatectomy, cystectomy, partial, nephrectomy and urinary tract reconstruction. He is the only urologist in NJ to perform neobladder reconstruction entirely robotic/laparoscopically. Dr. Pressler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Pressler is board certified in American Board Of Urology. Dr. Pressler is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Associates In Colon And Rectal Diseases Professional Association

    231 Millburn Avenue, The Commons Null, 
    Millburn, NJ 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Gilder is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Millburn, New Jersey. Dr. Gilder is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Gilder is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery. Dr. Gilder is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery

    Garden State Bariatrics

    225 Millburn Avenue, Suite 204, 
    Millburn, NJ 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Basil Yurcisin is a General Surgeon and a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Millburn, New Jersey. Dr. Yurcisin 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 Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Yurcisin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Yurcisin is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Specialty Care Of Practice Associates PA Trauma General

    435 South Street, Suite 360, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terrence Curran is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Curran 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 Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Curran is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Curran is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Specialty Care Of Practice Associates PA Trauma General

    435 South Street, Suite 360, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Louis Difazio is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Morristown, New Jersey. Dr. Difazio 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 Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Difazio is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Difazio is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Morristown Surgical Associates

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite A09, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr Michael Hernando is the managing director of Morristown Surgical Associates and is also director of minimally invasive and robotic surgery at Morristown Medical Center. He is board certified in general surgery with more than 10 years of experience. He graduated cum laude from Cook College, Rutgers University, and was valedictorian of his class at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and finished his medical school training at New York Medical College. His post graduate residency training was performed at Morristown Medical Center where he was awarded the Hughes Dougan Award for dedication to patient care and excellence in surgical technique, and twice awarded the Ames Filippone Chairman's Award for the resident who best exemplifies the high ideals, compassion, caring and style of leadership that characterize Dr. Filippone. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Hernando is dedicated to all aspects of general surgery including benign and malignant breast disease, as well as gastrointestinal disease including gallbladder, stomach, small intestine, colon and appendix. He is expert at diagnosing and treating all types of hernias including hiatal, ventral, incisional, groin hernias and complex abdominal wall hernias. His passion is with minimally invasive surgery, with dedication to his patients receiving the best results and quickest recovery. Dr. Hernando is a leader in the field of robotic surgery and is able to perform the most complex gastrointestinal and hernia surgeries robotically. He is able to perform single incision robotic surgery with virtually no scar. Outside of medicine, Dr. Hernando enjoys spending time with his wife and five boys. He enjoys physical fitness, tennis, golf, skiing, basketball and photography. Dr. Hernando is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Hernando is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hernando is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Morristown Surgical Associates

    95 Madison Avenue, Suite A09, 
    Morristown, NJ 
     (8.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Morristown Surgical Associates welcomes Dr. Samuel Echeverri to the practice. Dr. Echeverri is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic procedures. He strives to provide the best outcomes possible for his patients.Drawn to the field of medicine at a young age, Dr. Echeverri pursued his medical education at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and his surgical residency at Morristown Medical Center. Here, Dr. Echeverri served as the administrative chief surgery resident and earned awards for his compassion, mentoring and professionalism.Dr. Echeverri believes in providing personalize care and has particular interest in hernia repairs including abdominal wall, inguinal and diaphragm hernias. He also specializes in laparoscopic removal of abdominal organs, including the gallbladder, appendix, and intestines. Dr. Echeverri shares Atlantic Medical Group's core philosophies and values of providing exemplary care to patients. He speaks fluent Spanish and conversational French. Dr. Echeverri 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, Cholecystitis, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Echeverri is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Echeverri is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Hernia Surgery doctor near Berkeley Heights, 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 Surgery doctor near Berkeley Heights, 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 Surgery doctors near Berkeley Heights, 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 Surgery doctors near Berkeley Heights, 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 Surgery doctor near Berkeley Heights, 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 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 Berkeley Heights, 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 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 Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    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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