Beverly Hills Hernia Center
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.
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Feb 4, 2026
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Episodes
114. InguinoScrotal Hernias 28.09.2022 1:00:19
This week, the topic of discussion was: Inguinal Hernia Scrotal Hernia Inguinoscrotal Hernia Stoppa Repair Shouldice Laparoscopic Robotic TAPP - TEP Truss Hernia Belt Watchful Waiting Femoral Hernias Giant Hernias 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...
113. Sports Hernia & Minimal Repair Technique 20.09.2022 1:03:15
This week, the topic of discussion was: Inguinal Hernia Occult Hernia Direct Inguinal Hernia Minimal Repair Technique Sports Hernia Tissue-based Repair Lichtenstein Mesh Mesh Removal Chronic Groin Pain Neurectomy Dynamic Ultrasound Guest Panelist: Dr. Ulrike Muschaweck, Hernia Surgery specialist, Munich, Germany If you find this content informative, please LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE t...
112. When It's Not a Hernia 15.09.2022 59:10
This week, the topic of discussion was: Hernia - Hip Disorder Hip Labral Tear FAI Hip bursitis Gynecology Endometriosis Fibroids Ovarian Cyst Orthopedic Surgery Spine Disorder Disk Disease Neuropathic Pain Sacroiliitis HLA-B27 Ankylosing Spondylitis ACNES Anterior Cutaneous Nerve Entrapment Syndrome Denervation Injury Diastasis Recti Colonic Volvulus Intestinal Obstruction Tu...
111. Mesh Removal Myths & Facts 15.09.2022 1:03:34
This week, the topic of discussion was: Mesh Removal Complications Open Repair Shouldice Tissue Repair Inguinal Hernia Incisional Hernia Biologic Mesh Robotic Surgery Nerve Injury Neurectomy Mesh Infection Meshoma Chronic Pain Myths Hernia Specialist Triple Neurectomy Surgical Anatomy Orchiectomy Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and lapa...
110. Rare Pelvic Hernias 31.08.2022 58:33
This week, the topic of discussion was: Femoral Hernia Obturator Hernia Perineal Hernia Sciatic Notch Hernia Pelvic Hernias Pregnancy Delivery Pelvic Floor Injury Rectocele Cystocele Enterocele Mesh Hernia Repair Robotic Repair Hybrid Mesh Atypical Symptoms Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at...
109. Hernia Mesh Past, Present & Future 24.08.2022 1:01:20
This week, the topic of discussion was: Mesh Synthetic Mesh Biologic Mesh Biosynthetic Mesh Incisional Hernia Pelvic Mesh Mesh Migration Mesh Complications Surgical Complications Hernia Recurrence Hernia Database Recurrent Hernia Repair Hernia Repair Laparoscopic Hernia Repair Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery speciali...
108. Online Patient Resources for Hernias 16.08.2022 1:00:59
This week, the topic of discussion was: Hernia Resources Online Research HerniaTalk.com BeverlyHillsHerniaCenter.com American College of Surgeons Fellow of ACS American Board of Surgery Board Certification SAGES American Hernia Society YouTube Google Scholar Peer Reviewed Publications National Hernia Databases Research Incisional Hernia Recurrent Hernia Bassini Repair Tissue-Bas...
107. Which Specialists May See Patients with Hernias? 12.08.2022 1:03:15
This week, the topic of discussion was: Specialists Hernias Consultation Hernia Surgeon General Surgeon Back Pain Bloating Headaches Neurosurgeon Spine Surgeon Gynecologist Gastroenterologist Mesh Infection Infectious Diseases Pain Management Nerve Pain Mesh Pain Mesh Removal Triple Neurectomy Urologist Enlarged Prostate Straining Colorectal Surgeon Physical Therapist Rheu...
106. Medical Gaslighting 03.08.2022 1:03:07
This week, the topic of discussion was: Medical Gaslighting Patient Advocacy You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know Pelvic Pain Women’s Health Groin Pain Ventral Hernias Mesh Rare Diseases Mesh Implant Illness ASIA Syndrome Mesh Reaction Mesh Complications Unknown Diagnosis Finding the Right Doctor or Surgeon Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and...
105. Busting Common Myths & Misinformation About Hernias: Part 3 31.07.2022 1:00:49
This week, the topic of discussion was: Mesh Mesh Complications Adhesions Mesh Reaction Diastasis Recti Hernia Specialists Surgeon Experience Laparoscopic Surgery Mesh Pain Hernia Recurrence Air Travel Mesh Removal Anesthesia COVID and Hernias Genetics and Hernias Lawsuits and Hernias Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surger...
104. How Robotics Has Advanced Hernia Surgery 23.06.2022 1:00:34
This week, the topic of discussion was: Robotic Surgery Laparoscopic Surgery Open Surgery Extraperitoneal Approach eTEP Inguinal Hernia Repair Ventral and Incisional Hernia Repair Mesh Absorbable Mesh Mesh Removal Safety Emergency Surgery Surgical Skill Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the B...
103. Intraoperative Complications 21.06.2022 1:03:07
This week, the topic of discussion was: Complications Bowel Injury Bladder Injury Vascular Injury Bleeding Nerve Injury Neuroma Prevention of Complications Surgical Skill Revisional Surgery Laparoscopic Surgery Robotic Surgery Open Surgery Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the Beverly Hills H...
102. Emergency Hernia Surgery 14.06.2022 1:03:19
This week, the topic of discussion was: Emergency Surgery Acute Care Surgery Laparoscopic Surgery Incarcerated Hernia Strangulated Hernia Infection Mesh Damage Control Elective Surgery Medical Optimization Diabetes Obesity Smoking Tobacco Use Chronic Cough Hernia Recurrence Surgical Outcome Adhesions Small Bowel Intestinal Obstruction Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted...
101. The Power of Positive Thinking on Healing 31.05.2022 1:02:21
This week, the topic of discussion was: Mind Body Connection Psychotherapy Chronic Pain Surgical Outcomes Pain Psychiatry Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT Depression Anxiety Nerve Pain Triple Neurectomy Electroconvulsive Therapy ECT Low Dose Naltrexone LDN Microdosing Psychedelics MDMA LSD Cannabis Meditation Positive Thinking Optimism Positive Emotions Gaslighting Prehabilit...
100. 100th Episode Recap 24.05.2022 1:01:18
This week, the topic of discussion was: Overview of 100 past episodes Hernia Surgery Experts Consultations Patient Advocacy Mesh Implant Illness Complications Chronic Pain Tissue Injury Botox for Pain PRP and Stem Cells for Muscle Injury Adhesions Robotic Surgery Future of Hernia Surgery Hernia Community Welcome to HerniaTalk LIVE, a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and l...
99. Share Your Hernia Stories with Me 18.05.2022 1:03:11
This week, the topic of discussion was: - Hernia Stories Patient Stories Complications Nerve Injury Expert Surgeons Too Tight Repairs Inguinal Hernias vs Sports Hernias Pelvic and Perineal Hernias Rare Hernias Abdominal Wall Hernias Recurrent Incisional Hernias Mesh Biologic Mesh Synthetic Absorbable Mesh Abdominal Wall Reconstruction Mesh Implant Illness Patient Advocacy Seeking...
98. Watchful Waiting for Hernias 15.05.2022 1:04:42
This week, the topic of discussion was: Watchful Waiting Inguinal Hernia Umbilical Hernia Loss of Domain Hernia Recurrence Open Repair Laparoscopic Repair Hernia Recurrence Hernia Outcomes ACHQC VA trial Clinical Trials Hernia Occurrence Incarceration Strangulation Elderly Patients Lichtenstein Components Separation Topic: Watchful Waiting for Hernias Guest Panelist: Dr. Robert...
96. Who Can Treat My Pelvic Pain? 05.05.2022 1:02:31
Guest Panelist: Dr. Sonia Bahlani, Urogynecologist in New York This week, the topic of discussion was: Chronic Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Interstitial Cystitis Cystoscopy Hernias Occult Inguinal Hernias Vulvodynia Vaginal Pain Pain with Intercourse Pelvic Floor Spasm Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Pudendal Neuralgia Laparoscopic Surgery Robotic Surgery Vaginal suppositories Rectal supposi...
97. Ask Me Anything 05.05.2022 1:02:16
This week, the topic of discussion was: Inguinal Hernia Ventral Hernia Loss of Domain Shouldice Repair Tissue Repairs Mesh Implant Illness Mesh Reactions Risk Factors for Hernia Risks of Hernia Surgery MRI for Occult Inguinal Hernia CT scan for Ventral Hernias Testicular Pain Nerve Blocks CRPS Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Spinal Stimulators Surgical Specialists Chronic Pelvic Pa...
95. Evidence of Changing Perspectives on Hernia Surgery 20.04.2022 59:29
This week, the topic of discussion was: Changing Sentiments Among Surgeons Patient Advocacy Surgical Conferences Patient’s Perspectives Umbilical Hernias Training of Surgeons Continuing Education Seeking Specialty Care Hernia Specialists Inguinal Hernia Mesh Removal Meshoma, Mesh Folding Chronic Pain Wellness Sutures Allergy Testing HerniaTalk LIVE is a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin...
94. Life as a Patient Advocate 30.03.2022 1:00:00
Guest Panelist: Sue Blackwell, Hernia Patient Advocate in Liverpool, England This week, the topic of discussion was: Parastomal Hernia Ileostomy Colostomy Urostomy Recurrent Hernia Mesh Removal Prophylactic Mesh Mesh Biologic Mesh Scar tissue Incisional Hernia Surgical Complications Chronic Pain Patient Advocacy Surgical Consultations UK NHS vs US Insurances Seeking Consultations H...
93. Imaging for Peripheral Nerve Disorders and Chronic Pain 22.03.2022 1:02:14
Guest Panelist: Dr. Jan Fritz, Musculoskeletal Imaging specialist, NYU Langone, New York City, NY. This week, the topic of discussion was: Ultrasound CT Scan MRI MR neurography Nerve Block Nerve Imaging Chronic Pain Scar Tissue Nerve Entrapment Cryoablation Imaging Safety IV Contrast Oral Contrast Valsalva Imaging of Mesh Adhesions Neuroma Image Guided Injections Pudendal Neuralg...
92. When Google Can Do Harm 09.03.2022 58:50
This week, the topic of discussion was: Dr. Google Online Searching Hernia Expert Trust Breaking Myths Consultations The Take Charge Patient Patient Advocacy Medical PTSD Medical Gaslighting Mesh Allergy Allergy Testing Autoimmune Disorders Chronic Pain Nerve Entrapment Mesh Pain Hernia Repair HerniaTalk LIVE is a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surge...
91. Hernia Mesh Lawsuits 01.03.2022 1:03:45
This week, the topic of discussion was: Hernia Mesh Lawsuit Medical PTSD Mistrust Mesh Complications Mesh Removal Tissue Repair Robotic Mesh Removal MDL Multidistrict Litigation Law Firms Emails Insurance Companies Facebook Ads HerniaTalk LIVE is a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery specialist who practices at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center. This is...
89. Hiatal Hernias and other Diaphragmatic Hernias 15.02.2022 1:03:25
Guest Panelist: Dr. Caitlin Houghton, Foregut Surgeon, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA This week, the topic of discussion was: Hiatal Hernia Acid Reflux Esophagitis Mesh Hiatal Repair Robotic Surgery Swallowing Problems Weight Loss Surgery Bariatric Surgery Esophagus Stomach HerniaTalk LIVE is a Q&A hosted by Dr. Shirin Towfigh, hernia and laparoscopic surgery sp...
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