The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Buffalo, NY

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The 20 Best Hernia Doctors near Buffalo, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 49 doctor with experience in Hernia near Buffalo, NY. Of these, 34 are Experienced, 14 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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49 providers found
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Kaleida Health

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Molly Moore is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Moore is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Cholecystitis, Hernia, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Kimbo B. Chia
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Kimbo Chia MD PC

    564 Niagara St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    40+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kimbo Chia is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Chia has been practicing medicine for over 40 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Cellulitis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Chia is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Flynn is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Flynn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Frostbite, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

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    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Chopko is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Chopko is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Gastrostomy, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Weidun Guo is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Guo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Delirium, Necrosis, Gastrostomy, and Gallbladder Removal.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Erie County Medical Center

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clairice Cooper is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Cooper has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Seton Building Sisters Hospital

    2121 Main St Ste 120, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Behringer is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Behringer has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Gallbladder Disease.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    462 Grider St Ste 104, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Graham Skelhorne is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Skelhorne is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Cellulitis, Hernia, Ileostomy, and Appendectomy.

    Todd Demmy
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Roswell Park Cancer Institute

    Elm And Carton St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Todd Demmy is an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Demmy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Vagotomy.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery | Intensive Care Medicine
    85 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akram Talhouk is a General Surgeon and an Intensive Care Medicine provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Talhouk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    University At Buffalo Surgeons Inc

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alan Posner is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Posner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    University At Buffalo Surgeons Inc

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ajay Panchal is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Panchal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    University At Buffalo Surgeons Inc

    462 Grider St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jeffrey Berndtson is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Berndtson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Colostomy, and Gastrostomy.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Surgical Associates Of Western Ny PC

    550 Orchard Park Rd, Suite A103, 
    West Seneca, NY 
     (6.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kenneth Eckhert is a General Surgeon in West Seneca, New York. Dr. Eckhert is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Oishei Children's Hospital

    818 Ellicott St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Carroll Harmon is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Harmon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Biliary Dyskinesia, Obesity in Children, Gallbladder Removal, and Appendectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery

    Oishei Children's Hospital

    818 Ellicott St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Phillip Ham Iii is a Pediatric Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Ham Iii is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Pilonidal Sinus Disease, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Hernia
    Neonatology | Pediatrics

    Oishei Children's Hospital

    818 Ellicott St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bobby Mathew is a Neonatologist and a Pediatrics provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Mathew is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Meconium Aspiration Syndrome, Asphyxia Neonatorum, High Blood Pressure in Infants, Newborn Low Blood Sugar, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Kaleida Health

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yaron Perry is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Perry is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Endoscopy, and Lymphadenectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Kaleida Health

    100 High St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alison Pletch is a General Surgeon in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Pletch has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Umbilical Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia

    Women And Children's Hospital

    219 Bryant St, 
    Buffalo, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Praveen Chandrasekharan is a Pediatrics provider in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Chandrasekharan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Premature Infant, Newborn Low Blood Sugar, and High Blood Pressure in Infants.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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 Buffalo, NY?

    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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