Hernia Surgery

What is a Hernia?

A hernia occurs when a weakened or torn section of your abdominal muscles allows an organ-typically part of your intestine-to push through, creating a noticeable bulge under your skin. This condition can cause discomfort or pain and may worsen with chronic coughing, constipation, or heavy lifting. In fact, while hernias affect both men and women, statistics show that 1 in 20 men will develop a hernia during their lifetime, with 90% occurring in the groin area.

Types of Hernia Treated by Dr Golani

Hernia Surgery Sydney Surgery inguinal femoral direct indirect

Abdominal Hernias

Groin Hernias

Expert Hernia Surgery in Sydney - Why Choose Dr. Golani?

Looking for a trusted, highly experienced hernia surgeon in Sydney? Dr. Golani combines first-class expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and personalised care to ensure exceptional surgical outcomes. Here's why he's the top choice for hernia repair:

Unparalleled Surgical Expertise Unparalleled Surgical Expertise

  • Expertise You Can Trust: With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Golani has consulted and operated on thousands of patients. His extensive knowledge ensures accurate diagnoses, tailored treatment recommendations, and smoother recovery processes

Advanced Minimally Invasive Surgical Skills Advanced Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair

  • Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery Specialist: Specialising in laparoscopic hernia surgery, Dr. Golani utilises the latest techniques to minimise pain, accelerate recovery, and reduce scarring compared to traditional open surgery.

Proven Surgical Excellence Proven Surgical Excellence

  • Outstanding Clinical Outcomes: Thousands of successful procedures and published clinical research underline Dr Golani's precision and commitment to high surgical standards.

Accreditation & Cutting-Edge Accreditation & Cutting-Edge

Personalised Patient Care Personalised Patient Care

  • Tailored Treatment Plans: Every patient receives a customised treatment plan designed to address their unique health needs with maximum precision.

Dedicated Support Team Dedicated Support Team

  • Continuous Assistance: Dr. Golani's highly responsive team is available to provide expert guidance, answer your questions, and offer ongoing support throughout your treatment journey.

For expert hernia surgery in Sydney, schedule a consultation with Dr. Golani today to discuss your treatment options!.

State-of-the-Art Hernia Repair Surgery

Most hernia surgeries at our clinic involve using a soft mesh to reinforce the weakened area. This method has been backed by decades of clinical research, significantly reducing the risk of recurrence. However, untreated hernias may increase in size or lead to severe complications-such as intestinal strangulation-that require emergency surgery. With early intervention by a highly skilled surgeon like Dr. Golani, you can safeguard your health and prevent these risks.

Important Recovery Guidelines

After your hernia surgery with Dr. Golani, you can expect a well-managed recovery process:

  • No driving for 5 days post-discharge from hospital
  • Your dressings are waterproof so you can shower as normal.
  • Do not sit/soak in a bath for 7 days.
  • Leave your dressings in place for 7 days and can be removed by the yourself
  • Bruising and intermittent pain may continue for a few days
  • Lifting weights may cause complications in your hernia repair. Limit lifting anything heavier than 8kgs for 4 weeks post-surgery. Additionally, you should not lift anything heavier than 15kgs for a further 4 weeks post-surgery
  • Use regular fibre supplement such a Metamucil will help avoid constipation
  • Walking unrestricted is allowed post discharge
  • Cycling/running/swimming is allowed 2 weeks post discharge
  • No special diet post-surgery is required to be followed.
  • Make an appointment to see Dr Golani 4 weeks post-surgery.

Frequently asked Questions about Hernia Surgery

Understanding the Costs of Hernia Surgery

We understand that the idea of surgery and its associated costs can be overwhelming. To get a better understanding of potential costs, you can review information about hospital and insurance options here. Please note that an initial consultation is necessary to confirm your diagnosis. Once your diagnosis is confirmed, we can provide a more detailed cost estimate for your surgery.

Is Hernia Surgery Dangerous?

Hernia surgery is generally considered very low risk especially when it is done electively, rather than as an emergency procedure. Of course, all surgeries have risks associated with them. The most common risks following Hernia surgery is bruising, infection, collection of fluid (seromas) or collection of blood (haematoma) at the incision site. This is why where possible a laparoscopic surgery is recommended for Dr Golani's patients. Please discuss your medical history with Dr Golani to get a more detailed view of the risks related to your surgery.

What If a Hernia Is Left Untreated?

It is important to note that a hernia will not improve without surgery. If a hernia is left untreated, it can lead to serious complications. Here are some potential consequences: