HerniaTalk LIVE

HerniaTalk LIVE is a weekly podcast where we discuss topics related to hernias and hernia-related problems. The podcast is hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist. Each week she answers your questions and also brings specialists from across the world. To participate live with your Q&A, follow us on Facebook @Dr.Towfigh. This podcast is sponsored by the Beverly Hills Hernia Center (www.beverlyhillsherniacenter.com). For more hernia discussion, visit our homepage www.HerniaTalk.com.

Podcasting since 2020 • 220 episodes

HerniaTalk LIVE

Latest Episodes

220. Hernia Repair in Underserved Communities

This week, the topic of discussion was: Inguinal HerniaBariatric SurgeryChronic Groin PainSafety Net HospitalWatchful WaitingUmbilical Hernia RepairShouldice Repair...

September 30, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 220 • 1:04:36

219. The Art of Reconstructing Giant Hernias

This week, the topic of discussion was: Giant HerniaIncisional HerniaMeshTAR Transversus Abdominis ReleaseAnterior Components ReleaseRisk ReductionWeight LossPannic...

September 12, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 219 • 55:48

218. Side Hernias: Flank & Parastomal Hernias

This week, the topic of discussion was: Parastomal HerniasFlank HerniasEventrationAbsorbable MeshBiologic MeshProphylactic Mesh UseHernia RecurrenceLoss of Domain

August 26, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 218 • 59:48

217. Pros & Cons of Open Hernia Surgery

This week, the topic of discussion was: Open SurgeryLaparoscopic SurgeryRobotic SurgeryInguinal Hernia RepairVentral Hernia RepairLoss of DomainEhlers Danlos Syndrome

August 19, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 217 • 1:02:06

216. Hernia Surgery in Central America

This week, the topic of discussion was: Costa RicaMexicoGuatemalaHernia Surgery Laparoscopic Surgery Robotic SurgeryMeshUltrasoundMesh Fixation

August 12, 2026 • Season 1 • Episode 216 • 1:03:06

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