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Treatment/Procedure: Hiatal Hernia Repair

Also called: laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair

Surgery can repair a hiatal hernia by pulling your stomach back into the abdomen and making the opening in the diaphragm smaller. The procedure may also involve surgically reconstructing the esophageal sphincter or removing hernial sacs.

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  • Areas of Expertise
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Conditions Related to Hiatal Hernia Repair

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Hiatal Hernia

Providers Performing or Prescribing Hiatal Hernia Repair

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe Hiatal Hernia Repair for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

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Samuel E. Bledsoe, M.D.

Samuel E. Bledsoe, M.D. Surgeon

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Katy A. Marino, M.D.

Katy A. Marino, M.D. Thoracic Surgeon

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James J. 'J.J.' Tucker, M.D.

James J. "J.J." Tucker, M.D. Surgeon

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Locations Providing Hiatal Hernia Repair

Note that Hiatal Hernia Repair 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 UAMS Health Benton - Bryant

Specialty Clinic in Bryant (Part of UAMS Health in Bryant)

1901 Encore Way
UAMS Health in Bryant
Fourth Floor
Bryant, AR 72019

Appointment Phone Number
501-252-6650
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Areas of Expertise for Hiatal Hernia Repair

Bariatric Surgery

Bariatric surgery includes a range of procedures that help individuals achieve significant, long-term weight loss by making changes to the digestive system.

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Hernia Care (Part of General Surgery)

A hernia occurs when an internal organ or tissue pushes through a weak spot in the surrounding muscle or connective tissue.

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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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