The 20 Best Hernia Surgery Doctors near New Orleans, LA

Find the Experts and Specialists who perform Hernia Surgery

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 68 doctor with experience in Hernia Surgery near New Orleans, LA. Of these, 63 are Experienced and 5 are Advanced.

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68 providers found
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    General Surgery

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Valentine Nfonsam is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Nfonsam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Lynch Syndrome, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    George Fuhrman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Fuhrman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Fuhrman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Fuhrman is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Hernia Surgery
    Advanced in Hernia Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    William Richardson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Richardson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroparesis, Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Dr. Richardson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Richardson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    1415 Tulane Ave Fl 6, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Clifton Mcginness is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mcginness 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 Hernia, Juvenile Angiofibroma, Umbilical Hernia, Gastrostomy, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine

    Office

    1542 Tulane Ave Rm 734C, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Margaret Moore is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. Her clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Delirium, Subdural Hematoma, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Office

    1542 Tulane Ave Rm 747, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Guy Orangio is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Orangio 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 Anal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Hemorrhoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

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

    Office

    1430 Tulane Ave Ste 8527, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sharven Taghavi is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Taghavi 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 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Low Blood Pressure, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Lung Transplant, and Heart Transplant.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Hunt is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Hunt 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 Delirium, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, and Hernia Surgery.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Intensive Care Medicine

    University Medical Center

    2000 Canal St, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Juan Duchesne is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Duchesne 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 Low Blood Pressure, Compartment Syndrome, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Fasciotomy, and Hernia Surgery.

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

    Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

    2820 Napoleon Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. John Walsh is a surgeon who specializes in vascular surgery. He treats patients at Ochsner Baptist in New Orleans. Dr. Walsh 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 End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Hernia, Gallbladder Disease, Colostomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Walsh is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Vascular Surgery. Dr. Walsh is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Health Center - Baptist Napoleon Medical Plaza

    2820 Napoleon Ave, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    John Gordon is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Gordon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Venous Insufficiency, Cholecystitis, Gallstones, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Gordon is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Gordon is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Charles Whitlow is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Whitlow 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 Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hemorrhoids, Proctitis, Ileostomy, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Whitlow is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Whitlow is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jonathan Babin is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Babin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His clinical expertise encompasses Umbilical Hernia, Hernia, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Hernia Surgery, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Babin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Critical Care and American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Babin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    William Johnston is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Johnston 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 Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis, Hernia Surgery, and Hemorrhoidectomy. Dr. Johnston is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery. Dr. Johnston is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Kann is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kann 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 Anal Fissure, Anorectal Abscess, Crohn's Disease, Bladder Reconstruction, and Colostomy. Dr. Kann is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kann is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Surgical Oncology

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Brown is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Small Bowel Resection. Dr. Brown is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Kethman is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Kethman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. His clinical expertise encompasses Colorectal Cancer, Infantile Pyloric Stenosis, Proctitis, Colostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Kethman is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Kethman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Colorectal Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Matthew Zelhart is a Colorectal Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Zelhart is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Proctitis, Anorectal Abscess, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Anal Cancer, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Zelhart is board certified in American Board Of Colon & Rectal Surgery - Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. Dr. Zelhart is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Thoracic Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Thoracic Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Aditya Bansal is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Bansal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Necrosis, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Bansal is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Cardiothoracic Surgery and American Board Of Thoracic Surgery - Cardiothoracic Surgery. Dr. Bansal is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Transplant Surgery
    Experienced in Hernia Surgery
    Transplant Surgery

    Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

    1514 Jefferson Highway, 
    New Orleans, LA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sapna Desai is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Desai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in Hernia Surgery. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure, Pulmonary Edema, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Heart Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Desai is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiology. Dr. Desai is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Hernia Surgery doctor near New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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 New Orleans, LA?

    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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