Robotic hernia repair uses the da Vinci surgical system to repair hernias through a few small incisions, with the surgeon in complete control of every movement. At Surgery Group LA, board-certified surgeons perform robotic hernia repair at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles for inguinal, ventral, umbilical, incisional, and recurrent hernias. The enhanced 3D visualization and precise instrumentation are especially valuable for bilateral, recurrent, and complex repairs. Call (310) 861-7493 to find out whether a robotic approach is right for your hernia.
Most abdominal wall hernias can be repaired robotically — inguinal (groin), umbilical, epigastric, ventral, incisional, and many recurrent hernias. The robotic approach lets the surgeon place mesh behind the abdominal wall and close defects with precise suturing through small incisions, which is particularly helpful when scar tissue from prior surgery is present. Not every hernia needs a robot: small, straightforward hernias are often just as well served by open or laparoscopic repair. Your surgeon will recommend the approach that gives you the most durable repair with the easiest recovery.
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Robotic hernia repair at Surgery Group LA is led by Dr. Joshua Ellenhorn, a board-certified surgeon with extensive robotic surgery experience, alongside Dr. Jason Cohen. Both operate with the da Vinci system at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
All three approaches can produce excellent results in experienced hands. Open repair uses one larger incision; laparoscopic and robotic repair use several small ones. The robotic platform adds articulating instruments and magnified 3D vision, which help with precise mesh placement and suturing — advantages that matter most in bilateral, recurrent, and complex hernias. The right choice depends on your hernia, your history, and your surgeon's assessment.
No. The da Vinci system never moves on its own — your surgeon controls every instrument from a console in the operating room. The robot translates the surgeon's hand movements into precise, tremor-free motions through small incisions.
Not automatically — the surgeon matters more than the tool. The robotic platform offers advantages for certain repairs: bilateral hernias, recurrent hernias after prior repair, larger defects, and cases requiring extensive suturing. For a small, straightforward hernia, laparoscopic or open repair can be an equally good choice.
Most robotic hernia repairs are outpatient procedures. Patients are typically walking the same day, back to desk work within about a week, and cleared for heavier activity over the following weeks as the repair strengthens. Your surgeon will give you a personalized plan.
Our surgeons operate with the da Vinci system at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Consultations take place at 8635 W 3rd St, Suite 880W, Los Angeles, CA 90048. Call (310) 861-7493 to schedule.
Beverly Hills patients trust Surgery Group LA for expert, compassionate surgical care just minutes from home. Call (310) 861-7493 or request an appointment online, and our team will match you with the right board-certified specialist and verify your insurance before your visit.
