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If you’ve had a hernia surgically repaired, chances are very good that the doctor used mesh to help strengthen and secure this area. While it almost always works as intended, hernia mesh can sometimes fail, causing complications. In this blog, Dr. Mark Reiner of NYC Hernia Repair explains more about hernia mesh failure as well as how to recognize it’s symptoms: What is hernia mesh used for? A hernia occurs when part of an organ protrudes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. This can form a bulge or sac that sometimes – but not always – causes pain and other sympt ..read more

What is a Hidden Hernia? A hernia is a hole through the muscle wall that is made worse by something going through it. The tissue within the hernia may be fat or the intestines – these are some of the most common – as well as the stomach, ovaries, or bladder. Inguinal hernias, which are located in the groin, are relatively common among men and are easy to diagnose with a simple inspection. However, hidden hernias can also emerge that present very few visible symptoms. Hidden hernias are much more common among women than men. In many cases, the hernia causes no obvious bulge, but the pain is mor ..read more

We are pleased to announce that Mark Reiner, MD appeared in this year’s “Best Doctors in New York,” published by New York Magazine this month. This annual list names the top primary doctors and specialists in the New York metropolitan area. The New York Magazine list is compiled following a peer-review survey wherein licensed physicians vote online for those doctors they view as exceptional. Participating physicians are asked to nominate those doctors who, in their judgment, are the best in their field and related fields, taking into account not only professional qualifications and reputa ..read more

If you’ve undergone hernia repair surgery, you may feel better than ever and want to rev your exercise program into high gear as soon as possible. Not so fast. Although your incision may have healed, you still need significant downtime to ensure your hernia repair is a success. By starting slowly and gradually adding in more strenuous exercises to your routine, you’ll help yourself achieve the best possible surgical outcome. Caring for Yourself the First Two Weeks After Surgery Taking it easy is the best course of action for the first two weeks after hernia surgery. Hernia surgery is a m ..read more