12/06/2026Mr Sanjay AgrawalSurgeryWhich is the right hernia surgery for me?Mr Sanjay Agrawal, leading consultant in the field of hernia (inguinal, groin, femoral, umbilical, epigastric, ventral and incisional) surgery, gallstone surgery, bariatric, laparoscopic, robotic and ...More articles from this doctor
12/05/2026Mr Aruna MunasingheSurgeryHernia surgery: how surgeons ensure long-lasting resultsWhile many hernias cause little pain, they don’t resolve on their own and typically require surgical intervention to avoid complications like strangulation. This article explains the clinical approach...More articles from this doctor
27/01/2026Mr Krishna MoorthySurgeryHigh volume hernia surgery in specialist hernia centresHernia repair is one of the most common general surgical procedures worldwide. Despite the apparent simplicity of some of the more common hernia procedures, outcomes can vary widely depending on who p...More articles from this doctor
06/08/2025Written by Top DoctorsLatest innovations in hernia repairIn recent years, hernia repair techniques, such as laparoscopic hernia surgery, have evolved considerably, with innovations aimed at improving patient outcomes, reducing recovery time and lowering rec...
25/02/2025Mr Alan WoodwardSurgeryNew year, new exercise… is it safe if I have a hernia?New Year is the time most people focus on ramping up their workout routine. However, for those living with a hernia, they need to be careful not to aggravate the condition. Working out when you have a...More articles from this doctor
19/07/2024Mr Gregory FirthPaediatric OrthopaedicsWhat is slipped capital femoral epiphysis?Here, in one of our latest medical articles, Mr Gregory Firth, a leading paediatric orthopaedic surgeon, talks to us about slipped capital femoral epiphysis, including the causes and symptoms.More articles from this doctor
07/12/2021Mr Dominic CoullColorectal SurgeryPreparing for femoral hernia repair surgeryIt is now possible to perform femoral hernia repair surgery using a laparoscopic (key hole) method which drastically improves recovery time and reduces the risk of surgical complications. To explain e...More articles from this doctor
11/01/2019Mr Michael StellakisSurgeryHow would I know if I had a hernia?Hernias are fairly common and can affect men, women and even children. Often described as a protruding lump, usually on the abdomen, there are several types of hernia which differ. Mr Michael Stellaki...More articles from this doctor
03/08/2018Mr Michael StellakisSurgeryTreating hernias laparoscopicallyFor the most part, hernias will require surgical repair. Whilst this can be done as open surgery, Mr Michael Stellakis explains that in many cases, a laparoscopic hernia repair has more benefits to th...More articles from this doctor
05/07/2018Mr Timothy Rees WorthingtonSurgeryAn expert’s guide to herniasHernias are a relatively common condition that many of us will experience in our lifetimes. However, it is surprising how little most of us understand about what hernias are, how they occur, and how m...More articles from this doctor