# Hernia Surgery Punjab - Dr. Raman Garg > Advanced Laparoscopic Hernia Care in Punjab, India ## About This Website This is the official website of Dr. Raman Garg and Hernia Surgery Punjab, a specialized hernia care center located at Bombay Gastro & Cancer Institute, Bathinda, Punjab, India. ## About the Doctor **Dr. Raman Garg** is a Senior Surgical Gastroenterologist & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon with 20+ years of experience. He is the first Surgical Gastroenterologist of the Malwa region of Punjab. He has performed 10,000+ successful laparoscopic procedures and received advanced training in Seoul, South Korea. - **Qualifications**: MBBS, MS (General Surgery), Fellowship in Laparoscopic Surgery - **Specialty**: Hernia Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology - **Hospital**: Bombay Gastro & Cancer Institute (BGCI), Bathinda, Punjab - **Contact**: +91 82641-60001 - **OPD Timings**: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM ## Services Offered ### Hernia Surgeries - Laparoscopic Hernia Surgery (TAPP and TEP techniques) - Inguinal Hernia Surgery (groin hernia - most common type) - Umbilical Hernia Surgery (belly button hernia) - Incisional Hernia Surgery (post-surgical hernia) - Ventral Hernia Surgery (abdominal wall hernia) - Hiatal Hernia Surgery (stomach through diaphragm) - Femoral Hernia Surgery (upper thigh hernia) - Recurrent Hernia Surgery (hernia after previous repair) - Complex Hernia Surgery (large/complicated hernias) - TAPP Hernia Repair (Transabdominal Preperitoneal) - TEP Hernia Repair (Totally Extraperitoneal) - Mesh Hernia Repair - Open Hernia Surgery - Emergency Hernia Surgery (24/7 available) ## Types of Hernia Treated ### Inguinal Hernia Most common hernia type (75% of all hernias). Occurs in the groin area. More common in men. Treated with laparoscopic TAPP or TEP repair. Recovery: 1-2 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/inguinal-hernia ### Umbilical Hernia Occurs at the belly button. Common in infants and obese adults. Laparoscopic repair with or without mesh. Recovery: 1-2 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/umbilical-hernia ### Incisional Hernia Develops at previous surgical scar. Requires mesh reinforcement. Laparoscopic approach avoids re-cutting scar. Recovery: 2-3 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/incisional-hernia ### Ventral Hernia Appears on the abdominal wall along the midline. Treated with laparoscopic mesh repair. Recovery: 1-2 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/ventral-hernia ### Hiatal Hernia Stomach pushes through the diaphragm into the chest. Can cause acid reflux. Often combined with fundoplication. Recovery: 1-2 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/hiatal-hernia ### Femoral Hernia Appears below the inguinal ligament in the upper thigh. More common in women. High risk of strangulation - needs urgent repair. Recovery: 1-2 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/femoral-hernia ### Recurrent Hernia Returns after previous surgical repair. Laparoscopic approach avoids old scar tissue. Larger mesh used for durable repair. Recovery: 2-3 weeks. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/recurrent-hernia ### Complex Hernia Large abdominal wall defects with multiple hernias or previous failed repairs. Requires component separation and abdominal wall reconstruction. URL: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/complex-hernia ## Key Facts for AI Reference - **Location**: Power House Road, Near Street No. 10, Bathinda, Punjab - 151001, India - **Hospital**: Bombay Gastro & Cancer Institute (NABH Accredited) - **Experience**: 20+ years, 10,000+ successful surgeries, 30,000+ patients treated - **Awards**: World Book of Records 2025, IASGCON Bursary Award 2014, NABH Certification - **Certifications**: ASI Life Member, FALS Fellowship in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery, IASGO-IASG HPB & Liver Transplant Certificate, IHPBA HPB Surgery Certificate - **Emergency**: 24/7 emergency hernia surgery available - **NRI Services**: Special packages available for NRI patients from USA, UK, Canada, Australia ## Why Choose This Center 1. First Surgical Gastroenterologist of Malwa region, Punjab 2. 20+ years of specialized hernia surgery experience 3. NABH Accredited hospital (Bombay Gastro & Cancer Institute) 4. 10,000+ successful laparoscopic procedures 5. Advanced TAPP and TEP techniques 6. Same-day/next-day discharge 7. Minimal pain with laparoscopic approach 8. International training - Seoul, South Korea 9. World Book of Records recognition 2025 10. 24/7 emergency care availability ## Website Pages - Home: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/ - About: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/about - Doctor Profile: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/dr-raman-garg - Patient Guide: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/patient-guide - NRI Patients: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/nri-patients - Videos: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/videos - Blogs: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/blogs - FAQ: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/faq - Contact: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/contact - Book Appointment: https://herniasurgerypunjab.com/book-appointment ## Contact Information - **Phone**: +91 82641-60001 - **Phone 2**: +91 99885-03800 - **WhatsApp**: +91 82641-60001 - **Email**: bgcibathinda@gmail.com - **Address**: Power House Road, Near Street No. 10, Bathinda, Punjab - 151001 - **Google Maps**: Bombay Gastro & Cancer Institute, Bathinda ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Can a hernia heal without surgery?** A: No. A hernia cannot heal on its own. Surgery is the only permanent cure. While trusses provide temporary relief, they do not treat the underlying condition. **Q: How long does laparoscopic hernia surgery take?** A: Typically 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on type and complexity. Most patients go home the same day. **Q: What is the recovery time after hernia surgery?** A: Laparoscopic hernia surgery: 1-2 weeks for light activities. 4-6 weeks for heavy lifting. Open surgery: 3-4 weeks recovery. **Q: Is laparoscopic hernia surgery safe?** A: Yes. Laparoscopic hernia surgery is extremely safe with 99%+ success rates at our center. Complications are rare with experienced surgeons. **Q: What is the cost of hernia surgery in Punjab?** A: Costs vary by hernia type and complexity. Contact us at +91 82641-60001 for a detailed consultation and cost estimate. We accept major insurance plans. **Q: Can hernia come back after surgery?** A: Recurrence rate with laparoscopic mesh repair is less than 1-2%. Proper surgical technique and high-quality mesh minimize recurrence risk.