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    MediFind found 104 doctor with experience in Hernia near North Kansas City, MO. Of these, 72 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced, 9 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    104 providers found
      Elite in Hernia

      Dr. Shawn D. St. Peter
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Hernia

      Dr. Shawn D. St. Peter
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      816-234-3575
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Shawn St. Peter is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. St. Peter is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. St. Peter is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Mangesh D. Oza
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Mangesh D. Oza
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 625, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-455-3990
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mangesh Oza is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Oza is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Breast Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Oza is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. James N. Lau
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. James N. Lau
      General Surgery

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Charlotte St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-3855
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      James Lau is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Lau is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Lau is currently accepting new patients.

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      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Brian J. Wittek
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Brian J. Wittek
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 625, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-455-3990
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Wittek is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Wittek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hyperparathyroidism, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Wittek is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Joshua M. Mourot
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Joshua M. Mourot
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 625, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-455-3990
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Spanish
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Joshua Mourot is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Mourot has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mourot is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Trent L. Failing
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Trent L. Failing
      General Surgery
      5400 N Oak Trfy, Suite 101, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (3.4 miles away)
      816-455-3990
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Trent Failing is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Failing is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Hernia, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Jason D. Fraser
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Hernia

      Dr. Jason D. Fraser
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.1 miles away)
      816-234-3000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Jason Fraser is a Pediatric Surgeon and a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Fraser is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Pectus Excavatum, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. William L. Freund
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. William L. Freund
      General Surgery

      Kansas University Physicians Inc

      4000 Cambridge St, Suite G600, 
      Kansas City, KS 
       (6.3 miles away)
      913-588-1227
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      William Freund is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Freund is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Freund is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. John R. Alley
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. John R. Alley
      General Surgery

      Kansas University Physicians Inc

      4000 Cambridge St, Suite G600, 
      Kansas City, KS 
       (6.3 miles away)
      913-588-1227
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      John Alley is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Alley is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Angiosarcoma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Alley is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Bradley T. Moore
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Bradley T. Moore
      General Surgery

      Saint Lukes Physician Group Inc

      4320 Wornall Rd, Suite 620, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (6.6 miles away)
      816-932-2800
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Bradley Moore is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Moore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Endoscopy, and Vagotomy. Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Gregory A. Eason
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Gregory A. Eason
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      9151 Ne 81st Ter, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.8 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Gregory Eason is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Eason is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Eason is currently accepting new patients.

      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Jared B. Smith
      General Surgery
      Distinguished in Hernia

      Dr. Jared B. Smith
      General Surgery

      Independence Surgical Clinic

      19550 E 39th St Suite 325, 
      Independence, MO 
       (14.5 miles away)
      816-373-4646
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Accepting New Patients

      Jared Smith is a General Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Keenan Berghoff
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Keenan Berghoff
      General Surgery

      Office

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 625, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (0.4 miles away)
      816-455-3990
      Languages Spoken:
      English
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      Keenan Berghoff is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Berghoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Disease, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Thomas M. Reardon
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Thomas M. Reardon
      General Surgery
      2750 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 312, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-453-4000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Thomas Reardon is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Reardon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Reardon is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Bruce C. Gehrke
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Bruce C. Gehrke
      General Surgery
      2750 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 404, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-472-9595
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances

      Bruce Gehrke is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Gehrke is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, and Hernia Surgery.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Frank S. Werner
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Frank S. Werner
      General Surgery
      2750 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 312, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      816-453-4000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Frank Werner is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Werner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Werner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Ashley B. Holly
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Ashley B. Holly
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, Medical Staff Services, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (1.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Ashley Holly is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Holly is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Holly is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Anuj R. Shah
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Anuj R. Shah
      General Surgery

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Anuj Shah is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Choledocholithiasis, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Anthony O. Odibo
      Neonatology | Medical Genetics | Obstetrics and Gynecology
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Anthony O. Odibo
      Neonatology | Medical Genetics | Obstetrics and Gynecology

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Anthony Odibo is a Neonatologist and a Medical Genetics provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Odibo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Intrauterine Growth Restriction, Small for Gestational Age, Preeclampsia, and Placenta Previa. Dr. Odibo is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Heather R. Klepacz
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Hernia

      Dr. Heather R. Klepacz
      General Surgery

      University Health Physicians

      2301 Holmes St, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (4.0 miles away)
      816-404-1000
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      See accepted insurances
      Accepting New Patients

      Heather Klepacz is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Klepacz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Klepacz is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 01/09/2026

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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 do I find the best Hernia doctor near North Kansas City, MO?

      You can find a Hernia doctor in any of the 10 largest U.S. cities by clicking below:

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      How does MediFind rank Hernia doctors near North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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 North Kansas City, MO?

      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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