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    Last Updated: 10/30/2025

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    MediFind found 83 doctor with experience in Umbilical Hernia near Independence, MO. Of these, 73 are Experienced, 9 are Advanced and 1 are Elite.

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    83 providers found
      Elite in Umbilical Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Elite in Umbilical Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Appendicitis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Appendectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. St. Peter is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sneha Subbarayan is a Pediatrics provider in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Subbarayan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Croup, Delayed Growth, Herpangina, and Diarrhea. Dr. Subbarayan is currently accepting new patients.

      What does Elite, Distinguished, Advanced, Experienced mean?
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Independence Surgical Clinic

      19550 E 39th St Suite 325, 
      Independence, MO 
       (5.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

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

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      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      Internal Medicine

      Select Physical Therapy Holdings Inc

      2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy, Select Physical Therapy, 
      Independence, MO 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ossama Al-Assafeen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Al-Assafeen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Gastrostomy, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Al-Assafeen is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Independence Surgical Clinic, Inc.

      19550 E 39th St S, Suite 325, 
      Independence, MO 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Lewandowski is a General Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Lewandowski has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Acrospiroma, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Gallbladder Disease, and Hernia. Dr. Lewandowski is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      19101 E Valley View Pkwy, Suite B, 
      Independence, MO 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Jonathan Patterson is a General Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Patterson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Cholecystitis, Gallbladder Disease, Appendectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Patterson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Advanced Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

      19101 E Valley View Pkwy, 
      Independence, MO 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Sigi Joseph is a General Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Cellulitis, Hiatal Hernia, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Joseph is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Advanced Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

      19101 E Valley View Pkwy, 
      Independence, MO 
       (5.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Kelly James is a General Surgeon in Independence, Missouri. Dr. James is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Compartment Syndrome, Gangrene, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. James is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 625, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

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

      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      Pediatric Surgery | General Surgery
      2401 Gillham Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.7 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gastroschisis, Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Infantile Pneumothorax, Gastrostomy, and Appendectomy. Dr. Fraser is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Advanced Surgical Associates

      2861 Ne Independence Ave, Suite 205, 
      Lees Summit, MO 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Adam Kramer is a General Surgeon in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Kramer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Kramer is currently accepting new patients.

      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Advanced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Advanced Surgical Associates

      2861 Ne Independence Ave, Suite 205, 
      Lees Summit, MO 
       (9.3 miles away)
      Experience:
      9+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Charles Harper is a General Surgeon in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. Harper has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Gallbladder Disease, Cholecystitis, Hernia, Gallbladder Removal, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Harper is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Encompass Medical Group PA

      4811 S Arrowhead Dr, 
      Independence, MO 
       (5.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English, Urdu
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Ghazal Shaikh is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Independence, Missouri. Dr. Shaikh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, High Cholesterol, Obesity in Children, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Shaikh is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      University Health Physicians

      7900 Lees Summit Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Stanley Augustin is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Augustin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Hidradenitis Suppurativa, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Augustin is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      7900 Lees Summit Rd, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.1 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brook Nelson is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Gallbladder Disease, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Nelson is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2790 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 625, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Brian Wittek is a General Surgeon in North Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Wittek is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical 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.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery

      Meritas Health Corporation

      2800 Clay Edwards Dr, Medical Staff Services, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (8.3 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Umbilical 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 Umbilical Hernia
      Internal Medicine
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      Internal Medicine
      2700 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 400, 
      Kansas City, MO 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kathryn Hanson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Hanson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. Her top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      Experienced in Umbilical Hernia
      General Surgery
      2750 Clay Edwards Dr, Suite 312, 
      North Kansas City, MO 
       (8.4 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      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 Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Peptic Ulcer, Gallbladder Disease, Hernia Surgery, and Colostomy. Dr. Reardon is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

      3601 Ne Ralph Powell Rd, Suite C, 
      Lees Summit, MO 
       (8.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Matthew John is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Lees Summit, Missouri. Dr. John is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Umbilical Hernia. His top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, High Cholesterol, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Obesity. Dr. John is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Independence, 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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor near Independence, 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 does MediFind rank Umbilical Hernia doctors near Independence, 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 Umbilical Hernia doctors near Independence, 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 an Umbilical Hernia doctor near Independence, 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 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 Independence, 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 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 Independence, MO?

      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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