About California Hernia Specialists

At California Hernia Specialists, we are dedicated to the diagnosis of, treatment for, and recovery from, all hernia types. Our website will help guide you through learning the symptoms of hernias, the different types of hernia, and the options for surgical repair. Once you’ve decided to seek treatment, schedule your appointment with us online.

Watch our introductory video above to get a better understanding of our value to you, and the experience that some of our past patients had with our center.

“Large hospitals and busy general surgeons are important parts of the health care delivery system in the United States. However, for patients like you who have a focused medical condition like a hernia, being thrown into the complexities of hospitals which are more focused on patients with cancer, heart disease, trauma, and other complicated issues isn’t the best choice. Similarly, choosing a surgeon who is performing colon cancer surgery in the morning, a thyroid surgery in the afternoon, and a hernia at the end of his or her busy day isn’t the best way to ensure you have the best outcome.

“California Hernia Specialists is different. Our center consists of clinical space for hernia consultations as well as a certified, accredited, Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) where most of my hernia surgeries are performed. By combining our office space and surgery space into one center, I can assure the highest quality and best results for all of my patients.

“My passion and my focus is on taking care of patients with hernias just like you. This dedication to a specific condition allows me to provide you with the best possible office experience and the best possible outcome after surgery. Hernia surgeries aren’t an after-thought, done at the end of a busy day taking care of other types of patients. Hernias and hernia patients are my priority! You can see by our overwhelming feedback and recommendations from prior patients, that my focused practice translates into successful medical care.”

-Dr. Harris, Medical Director
California Hernia Specialists

About California Hernia Specialists

Dr. Todd S. Harris discusses what California Hernia Specialists offers at our comprehensive hernia center and what separates us from other groups around your region and the country.

Important Points About California Hernia Specialists:

Our hernia center is one of the only facilities in the country with an accredited surgery center within our clinic. This allows us to provide the highest quality of care to our patients.
Dr. Harris performs about 50% of hernia repairs laparoscopically, and 50% utilizing the traditional open methods. This well balanced approach allows for the ideal technique for each patient.

Our center commonly works with college, professional and elite athletes (soccer, hockey, surfers, motocross, weight lifters, stunt men, professional scuba divers, etc.) getting them back to full activity as quickly and safely as any center in the country.
Because of his experience, Dr. Harris serves as a trainer for surgeons across the country who are interested in furthering their education in laparoscopic hernia repairs.

Who else trusts California Hernia Specialists? Countless doctors and dentists (from OC, LA, Palm Springs and Canada), lawyers, judges, weekend warriors, police officers (LAPD and OCPD) & firemen, as well as patients from a wide range of other unique professions.
We strive to be as cost effective as possible and will work with all insurance plans, as well as with uninsured patients. For uninsured patients, please refer to our FAQ page for hernia surgery costs.
Most surgeries are performed at our in-house accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center (insurance permitting).
Dr. Harris sees patients from all of California as well as from across the United States and Canada. For patients outside of our immediate area, travel arrangements to our center can be easily made. Visit our ‘Travel‘ page.
Some laparoscopic surgeries are performed at surgery centers affiliated with local hospitals due to the cost of equipment and supplies.

Patients Discuss California Hernia Specialists:

About Hernia Consultations

Past patients of California Hernia Specialists discuss what their experience was like with our center for their hernia consultation.

About Our Facilities and Staff

Past patients of Dr. Harris discuss their thoughts on the entire process of seeking treatment with our center, from the entire staff to the actual facilities.

Did your Primary Care Physician refer you to Dr. Harris?

Past patients of California Hernia Specialists discuss how they found our specialty center, including primary care referral or through self education.

Would You Encourage Others to Learn More About Hernias?

Past patients of Dr. Harris encourage patients to become educated on their options for hernia repair and for who to see for specialty hernia care.

Important Points To Consider When Choosing Your Hernia Surgeon:

Be sure to find a surgeon who focus’ on hernias, makes them a priority in their practice, tracks their patient outcomes and publishes that data for future patients to review. This will help you choose a quality surgeon for your care.
Ensure your surgeon performs a high volume of hernia surgeries. No one in any field can be proficient if they are only doing something a couple of times a month.
Being treated at a specialized hernia center with an in-house accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) provides the highest quality care before, during, and after your hernia surgery and allows for more successful outcomes.

Patients should be seen by a surgeon who can offer all forms of hernia surgery, including open lightweight mesh techniques, as well as advanced laparoscopic techniques. This ensures your surgeon can offer the best technique tailored for your case.
Most laparoscopic patients experience less pain postoperatively and often can return to normal activities sooner. Laparoscopic hernia surgery can result in better patient experiences for some patients.
The newest, advanced lightweight mesh reduces not only the recurrence rate for your hernia, but also the chance of postoperative mesh pain.

Why Dr. Harris For Your Hernia Care?

One of the only surgeons in the country to publish his Nationally Recognized Patient Outcome Data – for future patients to review
An active participant in ongoing hernia research projects across the country
Awarded the prestigious Orange County Medical Association Physician of Excellence Award for the past 10 years

The highest rated hernia surgeon in the country on HealthGrades, Google, and Yelp
Serves as a trainer for surgeons across the country who are interested in learning or improving their hernia repair skills
Invited guest speaker for the Americas Hernia Society Quality Collaborative Improvement Summit as an expert in hernia repair

Dr. Harris is the Medical Director of California Hernia Specialists and coordinates all clinical functions of the office and surgical center for hernia patients. He is dedicated to the diagnosis of, treatment for, and recovery from, all hernia types. Dr. Harris’ focus on hernia patients places a priority on getting them back to their full work and athletic life and is reflected in his published patient outcome data.