Hernia Center at Emerson Health Surgery

The Hernia Center at Emerson Health Surgery in Concord, MA provides evaluation and surgical repair for common hernias, including inguinal hernias, umbilical hernias, ventral hernias, and incisional hernias. Our general surgeons work with patients to understand their symptoms, confirm the type of hernia, and recommend the most appropriate hernia repair option based on their overall health, anatomy, and recovery goals.

Treatment may include open hernia repair or minimally invasive/laparoscopic hernia repair when appropriate. If you have a painful bulge, pressure, or discomfort in your groin or abdomen, the Hernia Center at Emerson Health Surgery can help you understand your options and what to expect before and after surgery.

The Hernia Center at Emerson Health Surgery serves patients from Concord, Acton, Bedford, Carlisle, Lincoln, Sudbury, Maynard, Westford, Littleton, Lexington, Groton, and surrounding communities.

Hernia services available at Emerson Health Surgery include:

• Evaluation for suspected hernias
• Inguinal/groin hernia consultation
• Umbilical hernia consultation
• Ventral and incisional hernia consultation
• Evaluation of recurrent hernias, case by case
• Open hernia repair
• Minimally invasive/laparoscopic hernia repair when appropriate
• Pre-surgical consultation and recovery guidance

What to expect at your hernia consultation:

During your appointment at Emerson Health Surgery, your surgeon will review your symptoms, perform an exam, discuss whether imaging is needed, and explain whether watchful waiting or hernia repair may be appropriate. If surgery is recommended, your care team will review the type of repair, expected recovery, pain-control plan, and next steps for scheduling.