The 20 Best Hernia Surgery Doctors near prospect, CT

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Hernia Surgery

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 39 doctor with experience in Hernia Surgery near prospect, CT. Of these, 33 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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39 providers found
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery | Surgical Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Saint Mary's Hospital - Surgery

    56 Franklin St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Palesty is a General Surgeon and a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Palesty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Necrosis, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Palesty is board certified in American Board Of General, Surgery. Dr. Palesty is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    280 S Main St, 
    Cheshire, CT 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aurangzeb Ali is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Cheshire, Connecticut. Dr. Ali is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers, Osteomyelitis, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Gallbladder Removal, and Colostomy. Dr. Ali is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Family Medicine

    Vituity Hospitalist Service - Saint Mary's Hospital

    56 Franklin St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My Myers is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Myers is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sepsis, Neurotoxicity Syndromes, Pneumonia, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Myers is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine. Dr. Myers is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Saint Mary's Hospital - Surgery

    56 Franklin St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Shohan Shetty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Shetty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Shetty is board certified in American Board Of General, Surgery. Dr. Shetty is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Waterbury Hospital

    64 Robbins St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zhongqiu Zhang is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Zhang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anal Fissure, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Proctitis, Bladder Reconstruction, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Zhang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    455 Lewis Ave Ste 208, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Rafal Barczak is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Barczak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Barczak is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Middlebury Surgical LLC

    687 Straits Tpke Ste 2A, 
    Middlebury, CT 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Giuseppe Tripodi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Middlebury, Connecticut. Dr. Tripodi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Oral Cancer, Cellulitis, Osteomyelitis, Hemangiopericytoma, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Tripodi is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Referral required

    Office

    455 Lewis Ave, 
    Meriden,, CT 
     (9.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Kenneth Schwartz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Meriden,, Connecticut. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Schwartz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Hartford Healthcare Cancer Inst At Hosp Central Ct

    183 N Mountain Rd, 
    New Britain, CT 
     (14.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bret Schipper is an Oncologist practicing medicine in New Britain, Connecticut. Dr. Schipper is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Appendix Cancer, Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, DICER1 Syndrome, Pancreatectomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

    Abdulmasih Zarif MD

    16 Merrill St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Abdulmasih Zarif is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Zarif is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cellulitis, Necrosis, Peripheral Artery Disease, Liver Embolization, and Colostomy. Dr. Zarif is board certified in American Board Of General, Surgery. Dr. Zarif is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Office

    134 Grandview Ave Ste 101, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Duncan Belcher is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Belcher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Ascites, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

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

    Waterbury Hospital

    64 Robbins St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Holguin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Holguin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

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

    Waterbury Hospital

    64 Robbins St, 
    Waterbury, CT 
     (5.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Peter Zdankiewicz is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Waterbury, Connecticut. Dr. Zdankiewicz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Ogilvie Syndrome, Gallstones, Small Bowel Resection, and Colostomy. Dr. Zdankiewicz is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Office

    1625 Straits Tpke Ste 201, 
    Middlebury, CT 
     (7.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jayakara Shetty is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Middlebury, Connecticut. Dr. Shetty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Small Bowel Resection, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    455 Lewis Ave Ste 216, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (8.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Leff is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Leff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Varicose Veins, Cellulitis, Hernia, Pacemaker Implantation, and Colostomy.

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

    Office

    109 Sanford St, 
    Hamden, CT 
     (8.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marko Lujic is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Hamden, Connecticut. Dr. Lujic is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Bariatric Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    455 Lewis Ave Ste 208, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (9.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aziz Benbrahim is a Bariatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Benbrahim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Gallbladder Disease, Obesity in Children, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Internal Medicine

    Midstate Medical Center

    435 Lewis Ave, 
    Meriden, CT 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Timothy Pratt is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Meriden, Connecticut. Dr. Pratt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Cystitis, Sepsis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Ureteroscopy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Vascular Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Vascular Surgery
    Referral may be required

    Hamden

    1952 Whitney Ave, 
    Hamden, CT 
     (9.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Joseph Robles is a Vascular Surgeon practicing medicine in Hamden, Connecticut. Dr. Robles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Varicose Veins, Cellulitis, Hernia Surgery, and Gallbladder Removal.

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

    Hartford Healthcare Medical Group

    211 New Britain Rd Ste 206, 
    Berlin, CT 
     (12.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Terrence Donahue is a Hand Surgeon practicing medicine in Berlin, Connecticut. Dr. Donahue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ganglion Cyst, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Gallbladder Disease, Gallbladder Removal, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Donahue is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    When should I see a Hernia Surgery doctor near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery doctor near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery doctors near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery doctors near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery doctor near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Hernia Surgery 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 Surgery doctor near prospect, CT?

    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 Surgery 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 Surgery 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 Surgery doctors near prospect, CT?

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

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Hernia Surgery 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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