The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in clive, IA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 25 doctor with experience in Hernia near clive, IA. Of these, 17 are Experienced, 5 are Advanced and 3 are Distinguished.

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25 providers found
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine | General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery

    5901 Westown Parkway, Suite 240, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Smolik is a Bariatric Medicine specialist and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Smolik is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Smolik is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

    411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Ryan Roe is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Roe is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Roe is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    7147 Vista Dr Ste 150, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Gerald Baker is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Baker 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, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Baker is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

    411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dennis Whitmer is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Whitmer is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Whitmer is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Clive Pediatrics Care

    1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 345, 
    Clive, IA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sarah Jackson is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Jackson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Diarrhea, Croup, Umbilical Hernia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Jackson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Iowa Digestive Disease Center

    1378 NW 124th St., 
    Clive, IA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Page is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Clive, Iowa. Dr. Page is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Anal Fissure, Bladder Reconstruction, and Ileostomy. Dr. Page is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Physician Assistant | General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Physician Assistant | General Surgery | Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Bariatric Surgery

    5901 Westown Parkway, Suite 240, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joel Rand is a Physician Assistant and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Rand, PA is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Malabsorption, Obesity in Children, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Rand, PA is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Broadlawns Medical Center

    1801 Hickman Rd, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (6.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mathew Severidt is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Severidt is rated as an Advanced 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 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Severidt is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Office

    6000 University Ave Ste A10, 
    West Des Moines, IA 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeremiah Jones is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in West Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

    411 Laurel St., Suite 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Chad Buhs is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Buhs is rated as an Advanced 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 Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Buhs is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    The Iowa Clinic

    842 Northeast Alice's Road, 
    Waukee, IA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Valliere is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waukee, Iowa. Dr. Valliere is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, and Gallstones. Dr. Valliere is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Valliere is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Johnston Family Medicine

    5615 Northwest 86th Street, 
    Johnston, IA 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrew Bishop is a primary care provider, practicing in Pediatrics and Internal Medicine in Johnston, Iowa. Dr. Bishop is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Stiff Person Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Scrotal Swelling, and Peptic Ulcer. Dr. Bishop is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Central Iowa Hospital Corporation

    1200 Pleasant St, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Christopher Bell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Bell is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Bell is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Bell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Willie Mcclairen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Mcclairen 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 Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mcclairen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Praveen Prasad is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Prasad is rated as an Experienced 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 Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Gastrointestinal Perforation, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Prasad is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Trauma Center

    1111 6th Ave., 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Omer Ismail is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Ismail is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ismail is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Transplant Care

    411 Laurel Street, Suite 2310, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Cass Franklin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Franklin is rated as an Experienced 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 Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Kidney Transplant, and Simultaneous Pancreas Kidney Transplant. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery | General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Surgical Care

    411 Laurel Street, Suite 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shankar Raman is a Colorectal Surgeon and a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Raman is rated as an Experienced 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 Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Raman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia
    Referral may be required

    MercyOne Des Moines Pediatrics Care

    330 Laurel St., Suite 2100, 
    Des Moines, IA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Sunita Kumar is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. Kumar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Asthma in Children, Delayed Growth, Piebaldism, and Familial Short Stature (FSS). Dr. Kumar is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia
    Referral may be required

    The Iowa Clinic

    844 Northeast Alice's Road, 
    Waukee, IA 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Katherine Sullivan is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Waukee, Iowa. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Sullivan 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 Lung Nodules, Boils, Folliculitis, and Carbuncle. Dr. Sullivan is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Sullivan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    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. It is not visible on the outside of your body.
    • 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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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 clive, IA?

    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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