Hiatal Hernia
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It is advisable to seek medical guidance when persistent complaints appear, such as heartburn, reflux, or a burning sensation in the chest after eating, since they could be related to a hiatal hernia.
This condition occurs when part of the stomach moves into the chest through the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the abdomen from the chest.
Common symptoms:
- Reflux and heartburn
- A sensation of regurgitation
- Discomfort when swallowing or early fullness
Which specialist evaluates it? The gastroenterologist is the one who usually studies it in greater detail, and in some cases the general surgeon may take part. If digestive complaints recur or interfere with your daily life, scheduling a visit is the best way to clarify the source.
Data on 7,791 doctors who treat hiatal hernia
Which specialist treats hiatal hernia?
A hiatal hernia should be evaluated by a general surgeon or a gastroenterologist, who may order tests like an endoscopy. A cardiothoracic surgeon may be involved in cases requiring specialized surgery. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in hiatal hernia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Frequently asked questions
What is hiatal hernia?
It is advisable to seek medical guidance when persistent complaints appear, such as heartburn, reflux, or a burning sensation in the chest after eating, since they could be related to a hiatal hernia.
Which doctor treats hiatal hernia?
A hiatal hernia should be evaluated by a general surgeon or a gastroenterologist, who may order tests like an endoscopy. A cardiothoracic surgeon may be involved in cases requiring specialized surgery. Find these specialists.