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Which specialty does abdominal hernia repair surgery?
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General Surgery: A general surgeon repairs all types of abdominal hernias.
Answered 10/4/2012
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General Surgery: General surgeons probably perform the most hernia repairs, but occasionally plastic surgeons will do this as well. Hernia disease however is often misunderstood an underestimated by many patients and doctors alike. Make sure your consultant has extensive experience will all types of hernias, especially your type. Good luck!
Answered 10/3/2016
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General surgery: Any general surgeon will do this type of hernia for you.
Answered 10/10/2012
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General surgeons: All general surgeons are trained in abdominal hernia repairs whether done with open surgery or laparoscopy.
Answered 10/4/2016
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