The 20 Best Hernia Doctors Near Me in Longview, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 403 doctor with experience in Hernia near Longview, WA. Of these, 222 are Experienced, 133 are Advanced, 38 are Distinguished and 2 are Elite.

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    Elite in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Suite 900, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Farivar is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Farivar has a broad-based thoracic surgery practice. He enjoys helping patients and their families through their healthcare journey. He takes great effort to incorporate the needs and beliefs of patients and their families in his treatment plans. Dr. Farivar has a particular interest in lung and esophageal disorders, including cancer treatment. He also has interests in the appropriate use of robotic surgery to address thoracic surgery pathology, as well as malignant pleural mesothelioma. Dr. Farivar is rated as an Elite 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 Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Farivar is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Farivar is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Suite 900, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Louie most recently received the 2024 Thoracic Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple consecutive years. Philosophy of care: Dr. Louie’s practice involves all aspects of general thoracic surgery including the lung, esophagus, stomach and mediastinum. He has particular interests in minimally invasive surgery that involves the use of laparoscopy, robotics and endoscopy for both cancer and non-cancerous diseases. He believes that care is about helping patients and their families understand their illness and guiding them in selecting treatment that is appropriate and individualized for the patient at his or her stage of life. Dr. Louie is rated as a Distinguished 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 Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy. Dr. Louie is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Louie is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists - First Hill

    801 Broadway, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Andrew Ting, MD is a general surgery specialist in Seattle, WA and has been practicing for 23 years. He graduated from McGill University Faculty Of Medicine in 1990 and specializes in general surgery. Dr. Ting 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, and Gallstones. Dr. Ting is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Ting is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Swedish Thoracic Surgery - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Suite 900, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. White is recognized as a Seattle Top Doctor and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Met Top Doc Award for Thoracic Surgery. Dr. White is a fellowship-trained thoracic surgeon who cares for patients within all aspects of general thoracic surgery. He believes that surgery is only one facet of a comprehensive, personalized treatment plan. He has a particular interest in using minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic, video assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) and robotic assisted surgery, but stresses that each operation is tailored for the individual patient to strive for optimal results and safety. Dr. White is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Thymectomy. Dr. White is board certified in American Board Of Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. White is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    In his practice, Dr. Wells works to uphold the ideals of a doctor/patient relationship by providing the best medical care possible and always making the interests of the patients his highest priority. Dr. Wells is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Wells is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Wells is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I believe in combining a patient-centered approach with professional surgical care. I am here to listen and understand your surgical issues, answer your questions, address your concerns, and formulate a plan of care that is medically sound while accounting for your personal needs. Dr. Martinez is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Martinez is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists - Issaquah

    751 Northeast Blakely Drive, Suite 4020, 
    Issaquah, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My clinical interests include endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands), breast surgery, advanced laparoscopy, colon cancer, and gastrointestinal surgery. I am committed to providing the highest quality of care to each of my patients. I believe in pairing my clinical experience and skills with the patients own beliefs and preferences, in order to give guidance for important decisions and formulate a personalized care plan. My patients can be assured that they will receive excellent care, with emphasis on minimally invasive approaches for the fastest possible return to work and family life. I believe that attention to the best cosmetic result after surgery is also very important for patient satisfaction. I strive to treat each patient with compassion and respect, making sure they understand the rationale and expectations for their surgical experience. The multidisciplinary approach for cancer treatment is an important aspect of my practice. Dr. Eden is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Gallbladder Disease. Dr. Eden is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Eden is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Elite in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Gme Office University Of Washington

    1959 NE Pacific St, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brant Oelschlager is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Oelschlager is rated as an Elite 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 Hiatal Hernia, Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hernia, Endoscopy, and Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    True Family Women's Cancer Center - 6th Floor

    1221 Madison Street, Floor 6, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Darlene Barr is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Barr is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Pancreatic Adenoma, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Barr is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Barr is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I feel that patients deserve to have a true understanding of their medical problems so that they can play the primary role in their recovery. Dr. Tschirhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tschirhart is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Tschirhart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Swedish Weight Loss Services - First Hill

    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 400, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr Saurabh is a board-certified general surgeon, and a fellowship trained bariatric surgeon. He received his medical degree from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (A.I.I.M.S). He completed his General Surgery residency from the Drexel University College of Medicine and Bariatric Surgery fellowship from University of Iowa. He specializes in advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic surgical techniques in general and bariatric surgery. He is involved in research related to bariatric surgery and has presented his results at various national conferences. He is part of several local and national committees related to American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). He is also board certified in Obesity Medicine. His practice focuses on medical and surgical treatment of obesity. He strives to provide an excellent surgical care to his patients in a compassionate and respectful manner. He believes in shared decision making with his patients. He cherishes having a long-term association with his patients. Dr. Saurabh 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 Obesity, Biliary Dyskinesia, Gallbladder Disease, Gastric Bypass, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Saurabh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Saurabh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Swedish Surgical Specialists First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Suite 1411, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Marc Horton is a General Surgeon in Seattle, Washington. He received his medical degree from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1987 and has more than 31 years of diverse experiences, especially in general surgery. Dr. Horton is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Horton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Femoral Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, and Appendectomy. Dr. Horton is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Horton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Darren Pollock most recently received the 2024 Colon/Rectal Surgery Top Doc designation and has received the Seattle Top Doc award for multiple years. Dr. Pollock specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the colon, rectum and anus with an emphasis on the surgical management of benign and malignant disease. His primary interests include minimally invasive colon and rectal cancer surgery through laparoscopic and transanal approaches, inflammatory bowel disease, anorectal disease and colonoscopy. He is a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons and in the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He believes in patient education and communication to give personalized care. Married with two children, Dr. Pollock enjoys cooking, physical fitness and travel. Dr. Pollock is rated as an Experienced 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 Hemorrhoids, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Levator Syndrome, Hernia Surgery, and Ileostomy. Dr. Pollock is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pollock is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia
    Bariatric Medicine

    Swedish Weight Loss Services - First Hill

    1124 Columbia Street, Suite 400, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Martin del Campo most recently received the 2024 Bariatric Surgery Top Doc designation. Sara E. Martin del Campo, MD, is a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeon with Swedish Weight Loss Services at First Hill and Issaquah. Dr. Martin del Campo is a board-certified general surgeon and fellowship- trained bariatric surgeon. She is also board certified in Obesity Medicine. Dr. Martin Del Campo completed her undergraduate education at Indiana University. Dr. Martin del Campo went on to receive her medical degree at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, and she then completed her General Surgery residency at the Ohio State University. During that time, she was awarded an NIH T32 research fellowship that allowed her to simultaneously obtain a Masters degree in medical science. She was then appointed Clinical Instructor at the Ohio State University and further specialized with a fellowship in Advanced Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery. Her training included advanced laparoscopic, robotic, and endoscopic surgical techniques in general and bariatric surgery. She is experienced in performing the Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, adjustable gastric band, revisional bariatric surgery, and endoscopic treatments. She has studied clinical outcomes in surgery and has authored multiple peer reviewed publications in the field, and she continues to participate on committees of many national societies including the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and The Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. She enjoys the life-long relationships developed with her bariatric surgery patients through a multidisciplinary approach, and she finds immense reward in being a part of their journey as they improve their overall health and quality of life through weight loss. In addition to spending time with her family, friends, and golden retriever, Dr. Martin del Campo enjoys hiking, paddle boarding, attending sporting events, and traveling. Dr. Del Campo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Del Campo is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Del Campo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia
    Colorectal Surgery

    Swedish Colon & Rectal Clinic - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Floor 5, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hawkins is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2024 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. She likes to take a full body approach to patient care, recognizing that the effects of a patient's disease can be taxing to both their physical and emotional well-being. Dr. Hawkins specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disease of the colon, rectum and anus. This includes an interest in minimally invasive surgical approaches to colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis, pelvic floor disorders such as fecal incontinence, colonoscopy and basic anorectal disorders. Dr. Hawkins 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 Levator Syndrome, Rectal Prolapse, Bowel Incontinence, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is board certified in American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hawkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care - First Hill

    1101 Madison Street, Suite 800, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rob Weinsheimer has called Seattle home since 2008 when he joined Swedish. With a focus on minimally invasive and neonatal surgery, Dr. Weinsheimer is committed to working with patients and families through a child's surgical experience to minimize stress and empower families to make great choices for their child. Dr. Weinsheimer graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and completed a residency at the University of New Mexico. He then completed his pediatric surgery fellowship at the IWK Hospital in Halifax, Nova Scotia before moving with his family to Seattle to join Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care. Dr. Weinsheimer’s clinical interests include neonatal surgery (surgical care of newborns including premature babies), minimally invasive surgery, care of chest wall anomalies (including pectus excavatum and pectus carinatum), prenatal consultation for fetal anomalies (birth defects), and hernias. As the Director of Swedish Pediatric Surgical Services and an active member of Swedish's pediatric quality improvement team, Dr. Weinsheimer works hard to improve care delivery to children throughout the system. He was most recently designated a 2022 Top Doc for Pediatric General Surgery and has repeatedly been named as a top Doc in Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met magazine. . Dr. Weinsheimer is part of a terrific group at Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care that collaborates to provide team care for children confronted with complex diagnoses including The Chest Anomalies Team at Swedish (lung, esophagus, diaphragm and other congenital malformations of the chest), The Swedish Center for Intestinal Anomalies (including but not limited to anorectal malformations, Hirschsprung’s disease, intestinal malrotation, intestinal atresia and enteric duplications), and the Swedish Chest Wall Improvement Team (dedicated to helping children with pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum, slipped rib syndrome and other chest wall malformations). Dr. Weinsheimer and his partners prioritize access to provide rapid care for children with surgical needs. Dr. Weinsheimer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendicitis, Atresia of Small Intestine, Hypoplasia of the Tibia with Polydactyly, Esophageal Atresia, and Appendectomy. Dr. Weinsheimer is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Weinsheimer is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Misho Hubka, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon. His special medical interests include Robotic and Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS), lung cancer surgery, esophageal cancer surgery, and complex surgery for benign and malignant disease of the lung, chest wall, esophagus and mediastinum.Dr. Hubka is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, STS Patient Safety Workforce and Western Thoracic Surgical Association. He was named a Top Doctor by Seattle Met Magazine in 2017, 2018 and 2019. Dr. Hubka is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hubka is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Hubka is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Anthony

    11511 Canterwood Blvd NW, Suite 140, 
    Gig Harbor, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Linda Pai, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in advanced laparoscopy. She has special interest in breast surgery, colonoscopy, hernia surgery and thyroid surgery. Drawn to medicine for the opportunity to help others, Dr. Pai believes in educating her patients to help them make informed decisions about their disease.Dr. Pai is an experienced surgeon with excellent outcomes. She is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is fluent in Chinese. Dr. Pai is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. She is also highly rated in 22 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Pai is board certified in General Surgery, American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Pai is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    General Surgery

    Franciscan Surgical Associates At St. Joseph

    1708 S Yakima Avenue, Suite 105 & 112, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Eugene Cho, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures, with special interest in surgery for heartburn, hernias, gallstones, spleen and adrenal problems. Drawn to medicine for the ability to help others, Dr. Cho believes the most important aspect of care is educating his patients about their health problem and treatment options.Dr. Cho is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is also a member of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract, and many others. Dr. Cho 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, Cholecystitis, Umbilical Hernia, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Cho is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Cho is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery
    Distinguished in Hernia
    Thoracic Surgery

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Madha Kuppusamy, MD, specializes in minimally invasive thoracic surgery; benign and malignant disease of the lungs and esophagus; mediastinum and chest wall surgery including deformity correction and reconstructive surgery; lung cancer; and esophageal cancer. Dr. Kuppusamy is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hernia. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kuppusamy is board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Royal College Of Physicians And Surgeons, Glasgow, UK. Dr. Kuppusamy is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Hernia doctor near Longview, 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 Longview, 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 does MediFind rank Hernia doctors near Longview, 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 Longview, 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 Longview, 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 Longview, 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 Longview, 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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