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.
Episodes
184 episodes since 2023
184. The Perils of Watchful Waiting
This week, the topic of discussion was: Watchful WaitingInguinal HerniaScrotal HerniaFemoral HerniaGiant HerniasMeshShouldiceLaparoscopic Welcome ...
September 03, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 184
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1:03:10
183. Hernia Surgery in the Elderly
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Elderly-Geriatric-Frailty Index-Surgical Complications-Inguinal Hernia-Mesh-Tissue Repair-Anesthesia-Cognitive DysfunctionWelcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A...
August 27, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 183
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1:02:41
182. Totally ExtraPeritoneal (TEP) Hernia Repair
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Inguinal Hernia-TEP-TAPP-Laparoscopic Repair-Robotic Repair-Mesh-Recurrent Hernia-Prostatectomy-Cystectomy-Chronic Pain-Recurrent HerniasWelcome to Her...
August 20, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 182
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1:08:02
181. Consulting a Physiatrist for Groin Pain
This week, the topic of discussion was: Sports HerniasPhysical TherapyPhysical Medicine and RehabilitationAdductor TendonitisGroin PainMuscle SpasmGuest: Dr. James Wyss,...
August 13, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 181
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1:02:36
180. Huge Inguinoscrotal Hernias
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Inguinal Hernias-Scrotal Hernias-Giant Hernias-Mesh-Intestinal Obstruction-Complications-Robotic Surgery-Open Repair-Plastic Surgery-Scrotoplasty-Orchiectomy
August 01, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 180
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1:02:46
179. Hernia Surgery Behind the Scenes
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Operating Room-OR Team-Surgical Technologist -Circulating Nurse-Anesthesiologist -Sterile Technique -Surgical Preparation -Tow-finger-Surgeon-Choosing Your Surgeon...
July 25, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 179
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58:18
178. Hernias Caused by Cancer Surgery
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Hernia-Cancer-Oncologic Surgery-Colon Cancer-Coccygeal Cancer-Sarcoma-Carcinoid Tumors-Mucinoid Carcinoma-Desmoid Tumor-Prostate Cancer-Incisional Hernia-M...
July 08, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 178
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1:03:25
177. National Hernia Awareness Month
This week, the topic of discussion was: - Hernia-Sex Based Differences-Hernia Prevalence -Hernia Symptoms-Hernia Prevention-Hernia Repair-Hernia Risk FactorWelcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. ...
June 26, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 177
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1:00:08
176. When Good People Make Bad Decisions
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Bad Decisions-Mesh Infection-Hernia Recurrence-Choosing Your Surgeon-Second Opinions-Life Before Hernia-Morbidity and Mortality Conference-Rushed Decisions-Watchful Wa...
June 12, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 176
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1:01:04
175. Updates from European Hernia Society Meeting
This week, the topic of discussion was: -European Hernia Society-American Hernia Society--Hernia Mesh-Autoimmunity -Mesh Implant Illness-Breast Implant Illness-Tattoo-Biologic Mesh-Absorbable Mesh-DIEP fl...
June 12, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 175
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1:03:05
174. Nerve Injury and Denervation
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Nerve Injury-Nerve Entrapment-Neuralgia-Denervation-Neuroma-ACNES-Anterior Cutaneous Nerve Entrapment Syndrome-Scar-Abdominal Wall Hernia-Abdominal Weakness-DI...
May 23, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 173
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1:01:45
173. DIEP and TRAM Flap Complications
This week, the topic of discussion was: -DIEP-TRAM-Flaps-Breast Cancer-Breast Reconstruction-Free Flaps-Pedicle Flaps-Denervation Injury-Abdominal Bulging-Asymmetry-Hernia-Incisional Hernia-Co...
May 13, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 173
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57:14
172. Mesh Fixation
Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center. This is the only Q&A of its kind, aimed at educating and empowering patients ab...
May 01, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 172
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1:04:10
171. Surgical Meetings Update
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Hidden Hernias-Occult Hernias-Patient Voice-Hernia Imaging-MRI-Medical Gaslighting Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparosco...
April 24, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 171
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1:01:51
170. Obturator Hernias
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Obturator Hernias-Rare Hernias-Pelvic Hernias -Sciatic Notch Hernia-Howship-Romberg Sign-Femoral Hernia-Incarceration-MRI Hernia Protocol-CT scan-Valsalva-Ultr...
March 27, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 170
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59:50
169. Finally Some Research about Females and Hernias
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Research -NIH grant-Hernias-Females and Hernias-Femoral Hernia-EHS Guidelines-Watchful Waiting-Chronic Pelvic Pain-Pregnancy-Mesh-Laparoscopic Surgery-Open...
March 17, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 169
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1:01:39
168. When Is It Malpractice?
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Malpractice-Lawsuit-Standard of Care-Class Action Lawsuit-Mesh-Complications-Bad Outcome-Unhappy PatientsWelcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin...
March 06, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 168
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1:01:31
167. Patience with Mesh Removal
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Mesh Removal-Revisional Surgery-Patience-Complications-Hernia Surgery-Mesh-Mesh Implant Illness-ASIA Syndrome-Mesh Infection Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&am...
February 29, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 167
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1:01:27
166. Handling Surgical Complications
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Complications-Infection-Bleeding-Hernia Recurrence-Bad Outcomes-Consent-Mesh-Mesh Removal-Travel for Surgery-Hernia Experts Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q...
February 26, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 166
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1:04:31
165. Neurectomy Pros and Cons
This week, the topic of discussion was: -Neurectomy -Triple Neurectomy-Laparoscopic Neurectomy-Nerve Pain-Neuralgia-Neuropathy-Neuroma-Ablation-Hydrodissection-Chronic Pain-Mesh PainWelcome to...
February 20, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 165
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58:39
164. Choosing Hernia Repair Techniques
This week, the topic of discussion was: - Laparoscopic Surgery- Open Surgery- Robotic Surgery- Complications- Hernia Surgery- Inguinal Hernia- Ventral Hernia- Mesh Implant Illness- Tissue Repair- Hernia R...
February 12, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 164
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55:41
163. Pain Management for Hernia Complications
This week, the topic of discussion was: Nerve BlockSpinal StimulatorDorsal Root GanglionChronic PainNerve PainSomatic PainNeuromaNerve BlockHydrodissection...
February 05, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 163
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1:03:09
162. Hidden Hernias Hurt
This week, the topic of discussion was: - Hidden Hernias- Occult Hernias- Femoral Hernias- Groin Pain- Testicular Pain- Vaginal Pain- Inner Thigh Pain- Lower Back Pain - Radiating Pain- Pelvic Pain- P...
January 25, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 162
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59:30