What kind of doctor for hernia?

A hernia occurs whenever an internal organ protrudes through an abnormal part of the body. A hernia most commonly occurs when a portion of the intestines pushes through the abdominal wall. Once a doctor determines that symptoms indicate a hernia, that doctor schedules a consultation with a surgeon for the patient. read more

He can be checked by any doctor for suspicion of a hernia, but treatment will most likely be from a urologist. Do not wait. Hernias can become life-threatening if left untreated. read more

If your insurance allows, go directly to a gastroenterologist, who can diagnose a hernia and refer to a surgeon if necessary. Two different PCPs treated me for GERD symptoms for more than 10 years and never found my hernia. When I relocated cities and went directly to a gastroenterologist, she found the hernia right away. read more