The 20 Best Umbilical Hernia Doctors Near Me in stanford, CA

Find the Top Umbilical Hernia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 74 doctor with experience in Umbilical Hernia near stanford, CA. Of these, 67 are Experienced, 6 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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74 providers found
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Internal Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Irena Ilic is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Ilic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rheumatoid Vasculitis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Ilic is board certified in Internal Medicine - Board Certified. Dr. Ilic is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Umbilical Hernia
    Neonatology
    Distinguished in Umbilical Hernia
    Neonatology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    750 Welch Rd Ste 315, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Susan Hintz is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Hintz is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Premature Infant, Omphalocele, Umbilical Hernia, and Necrotizing Enterocolitis.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Family Medicine

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Saket Shah is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Palo Alto, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Shah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Shah is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Palo Alto Medical Foundation

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Shelley Marks is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Marks is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, and Gallstones. Dr. Marks is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified and Surgery General Surgery. Dr. Marks is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Lucille Packard

    300 Pasteur Dr # M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Karl Sylvester is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Sylvester is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Necrotizing Enterocolitis, Gastroschisis, Omphalocele, Colonoscopy, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Sylvester is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Martin Bronk is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Bronk is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, Femoral Hernia, and Lymphadenectomy.

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

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mary Hawn is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Hawn is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Achalasia, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

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

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Beemen Khalil is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Khalil is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, Gallstones, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Khalil is board certified in Surgery - Board Certified and Not ABMS Specialty. Dr. Khalil is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Family Medicine

    Palo Alto Center

    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brett Spitnale is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Spitnale is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Shingles, Gout, Gastroparesis, and Tenosynovitis. Dr. Spitnale is board certified in Family Medicine - Board Certified.

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

    Stanford University Medical Center

    450 Broadway St, 
    Redwood City, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Micaela Esquivel is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Redwood City, California. Dr. Esquivel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hiatal Hernia, Hernia, Obesity, Gastrectomy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Department Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery

    300 Pasteur Dr Bldg M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, Cantonese, Hindi, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Thomas Hui is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Hui is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Pulmonary Sequestration, Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, and Hepatectomy. Dr. Hui is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Department Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery

    300 Pasteur Dr Bldg M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Wendy Su is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, and Duodenal Atresia. Dr. Su is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Department Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery

    300 Pasteur Dr Bldg M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Julie Fuchs is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Fuchs is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hirschsprung Disease, Imperforate Anus, Total Intestinal Aganglionosis, and Tracheoesophageal Fistula. Dr. Fuchs is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Department Of Surgery - Pediatric Surgery

    300 Pasteur Dr Bldg M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeong Hyun is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Hyun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation of Lung, Duodenal Atresia, Congenital Pulmonary Lymphangiectasia, and Atresia of Small Intestine. Dr. Hyun is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Lucille Packard

    300 Pasteur Dr # M116, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Claudia Mueller is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Mueller is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. She is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Imperforate Anus, Appendicitis, Hirschsprung Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Mueller is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Worth is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Worth is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Worth is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Stanford Health Care

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Ruhle is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Ruhle is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

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

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    300 Pasteur Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Melcher is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Melcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Liver Failure, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Polycystic Kidney Disease, Liver Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Neonatology | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    453 Quarry Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yair Blumenfeld is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Blumenfeld is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bilateral Renal Agenesis Dominant Type, Gastroschisis, Gestational Diabetes, Polyhydramnios, and Septoplasty. Dr. Blumenfeld is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
    Pediatric Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford

    725 Welch Rd, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dennis Lund is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Lund is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cloacal Exstrophy, Imperforate Anus, Omphalocele, and Umbilical Hernia.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Umbilical Hernia?

    An umbilical hernia is an outward bulge in the area around the belly button. It occurs when internal organs or the abdominal lining bulges through the muscles near the belly button.

    When should I see an Umbilical Hernia doctor near stanford, CA?

    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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor near stanford, CA?

    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 Umbilical Hernia doctors near stanford, CA?

    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 Umbilical Hernia doctors near stanford, CA?

    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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor near stanford, CA?

    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 Umbilical Hernia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Umbilical 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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor near stanford, CA?

    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 Umbilical 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 Umbilical 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 Umbilical Hernia doctors near stanford, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Umbilical 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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Umbilical 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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