Hernia Surgery
Hernia Surgery
Our surgeons are experienced in repairing simple and complex hernias to help patients return to their daily lives as quickly and as pain-free as possible.
A hernia happens when an organ or tissue squeezes through a weak spot in muscle or connective tissue. Hernias do not heal on their own and can increase the risk of more complications if not treated quickly by surgery or other methods. A surgeon will assess your condition and recommend the most effective approach to repair it, which often involves using minimally invasive or robotic surgical techniques.
Our Approach
We’re dedicated to ensuring your hernia is treated as quickly as possible at U-M Health, which is why we offer a priority program for hernia treatment. As a high-volume referral center, physicians trust us to take care of their most complex patients with comprehensive, individualized care that yields consistent and quality results.
Services
Our surgeons at University of Michigan Health treat the following types of hernias:
Appointment Information
To discuss a potential hernia surgery, contact us at (734) 936-5738.
Locations
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General Surgery Clinic | Chelsea Professional Office Building 14650 E Old US Highway 12 Ste 201
Chelsea Multispecialty Clinic
Chelsea, MI 48118-1801Get Directions -
General Surgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 2 Reception C
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5331Get Directions
Doctors
Justin Brigham Dimick, MD
Professor
Surgery
Anne Pugel Ehlers, MD
Assistant Professor
Surgery
Jonathan Ford Finks, MD
Clinical Professor
Surgery
Ryan Abram Howard, MD
Assistant Professor
Surgery
Hope Tiffany Jackson, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Surgery
Grace Jane Kim, MD
Clinical Professor
Surgery
Sean Michael O'Neill, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Surgery
Nabeel Robert Obeid, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Surgery
Joel Howard Rubenstein, MD
Professor
Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine
Jenny Meng Shao Kashmanian, MD, FACS
Clinical Assistant Professor
Surgery
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