A hernia is caused by a weakening or tear of the abdominal wall. This weak spot can allow an organ or tissue to push through the wall. Symptoms may include pain, burning, tingling or a visible bulge on the abdomen.

The Washington University Hernia Center offers laparoscopic and traditional surgical procedures to treat hernias.

Michael Awad, MD

Michael M. Awad, MD, PhD

Hernia
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Locations:
Center for Advanced Medicine Gastrointestinal Center

Jeffrey Blatnik

Jeffrey Blatnik, MD

Hernia
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Locations:
Center for Advanced Medicine Gastrointestinal Center
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 4

L. Michael Brunt

L. Michael Brunt, MD

Hernia
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Locations:
Center for Advanced Medicine Gastrointestinal Center

Arnab Majumder, MD

Arnab Majumder, MD

Hernia
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Locations:
Center for Advanced Medicine Gastrointestinal Center
Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital – Medical Office Building 1