The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Anacortes, WA

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 16 doctor with experience in Hernia near Anacortes, WA. Of these, 10 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Kieran F. Melody
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Kieran F. Melody
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Surgeons PS Inc

    1213 24th St Ste 700, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    360-293-5142
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kieran Melody is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Melody is rated as an Advanced 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 Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Choledocholithiasis, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Melody is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Brad M. Watkins
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Brad M. Watkins
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Surgeons

    1213 24th St Ste 700, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    360-293-5142
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brad Watkins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Watkins 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, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Watkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Mark N. Donovan
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Mark N. Donovan
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Surgeons

    1213 24th St Ste 700, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    360-293-5142
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Donovan is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Donovan is rated as an Advanced 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 Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gastrectomy, and Ileostomy. Dr. Donovan is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Joseph W. Mulcahy
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Joseph W. Mulcahy
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Health

    1211 24th St, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    360-299-1300
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joseph Mulcahy is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Mulcahy is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Mulcahy is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Patricia A. Franklin
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Patricia A. Franklin
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Surgeons PS Inc

    1213 24th St Ste 700, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    360-293-5142
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patricia Franklin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Franklin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Ogilvie Syndrome, Cholecystitis, Endoscopy, and Colonoscopy. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Monica A. Jacobus
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Monica A. Jacobus
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Island Surgeons PS Inc

    1213 24th St Ste 700, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    360-293-5142
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Monica Jacobus is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Jacobus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Femoral Hernia, Hernia, and Epidural Lipomatosis. Dr. Jacobus is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Experienced in Hernia
    Referral may be required

    Island Health

    1211 24th St, 
    Anacortes, WA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    360-299-1300
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Carter is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Anacortes, Washington. Dr. Carter is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia and Acute Pain. Dr. Carter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Allison J. Porter
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Allison J. Porter
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Dynacare Northwest

    1415 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-814-2496
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Allison Porter is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. She has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Porter is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Bladder Reconstruction, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Porter is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Joshua D. Hawkins
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia

    Dr. Joshua D. Hawkins
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Dynacare Northwest

    1415 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-814-2367
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Joshua Hawkins is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Hawkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Hyperparathyroidism, Angiosarcoma, Lymphadenectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Weslee Chew
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Weslee Chew
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Dynacare Northwest

    1415 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-814-2496
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Castilian, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Weslee Chew is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Chew 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Choledocholithiasis, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Chew is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Paul B. Fredette
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Paul B. Fredette
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Dynacare Northwest

    1415 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-814-2496
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish
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    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Paul Fredette is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Fredette 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 Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Fredette is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Janice H. Kang
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Janice H. Kang
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Public Hospital Dist. No 1 Skagit

    1400 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-428-2586
    Languages Spoken:
    English
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    Accepting New Patients

    Janice Kang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Kang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. Dr. Kang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Chinnaya Parimi
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Chinnaya Parimi
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Public Hospital Dist. No 1 Skagit

    1400 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-428-2586
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Telugu
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    Accepting New Patients

    Chinnaya Parimi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Parimi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Breast Cancer, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Parimi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Jeffrey T. Mitchell
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Jeffrey T. Mitchell
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Skagit Regional Health

    1400 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-428-2586
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Mitchell is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Mitchell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Cholecystitis, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Mitchell is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Fred H. Renco
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Fred H. Renco
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Skagit Regional Clinics-Mount Vernon

    1400 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-428-2550
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Fred Renco is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Renco is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Collapsed Lung, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. Dr. Renco is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Bruce C. Skinner
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia

    Dr. Bruce C. Skinner
    General Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Public Hospital Dist. No 1 Skagit

    1400 E Kincaid St, 
    Mount Vernon, WA 
     (14.8 miles away)
    360-428-2500
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    See accepted insurances
    Accepting New Patients

    Bruce Skinner is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Mount Vernon, Washington. Dr. Skinner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia and Gastrostomy. Dr. Skinner 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.
    • 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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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 Anacortes, WA?

    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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