After over two decades of treating patients, Dr. Gregory Dumanian has heard pretty much every bit of misinformation that circulates about hernias. Especially with a condition that can have such serious consequences, that is why it is important to get […]
No matter how many times he performs abdominoplasty, Dr. Gregory Dumanian understands that it is his responsibility to give his patients as much information as possible to make the surgery and ensuing recovery process as smooth as possible. Many of
Preparing for tummy tuck is an exciting time — it’s thrilling to think about the beautiful results you will soon enjoy. But tummy tuck is a major operation, and you want to be careful not to rush the recovery process.
If you suspect you have a hernia or have been diagnosed with one, prompt medical attention is critical. Leaving it untreated puts you at risk of serious and possibly even fatal consequences if the hernia becomes “strangulated.” Our highly sought-after
Are you experiencing abdominal pain? Do you have a noticeable bulge that may or may not be tender to the touch? The culprit could be a hernia. Your next step is to promptly visit a doctor for an official diagnosis.
“Turn your head and cough” is a phrase that most men have heard from their doctor more than any other. Checking for a hernia during a male physical exam is so routine that there is a broad assumption that women
The exact length of an incisional hernia surgery recovery depends on the size and complexity of the repair. Some incisional hernia repairs can be done as outpatient procedures and only require a few days of downtime. Other hernia repairs require
According to statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck) procedures were one of the top 5 cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2015. Pregnancy, which can cause unwanted weight gain and stretching
Unfortunately, surgery will not necessarily prevent a hernia from recurring. The reasons for recurrence vary. In this blog post, Chicago hernia specialist Dr. Gregory Dumanian discusses some of those reasons as well as ways to lower the chance of recurrence.
Tummy tuck surgery involves making an incision across the lower abdomen, from hipbone to hipbone, and removing excess skin and fat to improve the abdominal contour. When performing tummy tuck in Chicago, Dr. Gregory Dumanian is careful to place this
