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Condition: Ventral Hernia

Also called: Epigastric Hernia; Incisional Hernia; Parastomal Hernia; Umbilical Hernia

Ventral hernias are less common than inguinal hernias.

There are several subcategories of ventral hernias, including:

  • Epigastric – a weak area or hole that develops above the belly button near the bottom of the rib cage.
  • Incisional – intestine pushes through the abdomen wall using a weak spot caused by prior surgery or cuts in the muscle.
  • Parastomal – a hernia that occurs near an Ostomy (an opening through which waste leaves the body).
  • Umbilical – when an intestine pushes through the abdomen at the belly button.

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Treatments and Procedures Related to Ventral Hernia

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Hernia surgery

Providers Diagnosing or Treating Ventral Hernia

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Ventral Hernia. Review each provider for availability.

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Nolan R. Bruce, M.D.

Nolan R. Bruce, M.D. Critical Care Surgeon

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Joseph F. Margolick, M.D.

Joseph F. Margolick, M.D. Trauma Surgeon

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Matthew L. Roberts, M.D.

Matthew L. Roberts, M.D. Critical Care Surgeon

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Locations Where Providers Treat Ventral Hernia

Note that the treatment of Ventral Hernia may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Surgery Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Suite 4131
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6086
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Areas of Expertise for Ventral Hernia

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Digestive Health

With highly skilled and trained specialists and the latest technology, UAMS Health's digestive health services are the most complete in the state.

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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