Dr Harsh Shah
MS, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology), DrNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)
Registered with Gujarat Medical Council, Reg. No. G-38738
Robotic Hernia Surgeon · Apollo Hospital, Bhat, Gandhinagar · Gota OPD, Ahmedabad
In short
A first consultation passes quickly. Many people walk out and only then remember the question they meant to ask. A little preparation changes that.
This page is a checklist. Use what helps, and take it with you on paper or on your phone.
What to bring, and why it matters
| Bring this | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Scan reports and the images if you have them | Shows the size and contents of the hernia |
| Notes from any earlier abdominal operation | Old scars and mesh change the approach |
| A list of every medicine you take | Blood thinners and diabetes tablets need a plan |
| Insurance card and policy details | Decides the paperwork and what you pay |
| Your own written questions | So nothing is forgotten in the room |
Ready to book? Bring your reports and this list, and leave with a clear plan.
A clear answer gives a reason, not only a recommendation. It is fair to ask what would change the advice.
Ask about your own life, not an average patient's. When can I return to my kind of work? When can I drive, lift my child, or travel? Who do I call at night if something worries me?
Knowing the answers before surgery makes the first week much calmer.
Ask for an estimate that lists the main parts of the bill, such as the room, the operation and the mesh. Then check with your insurer what is covered, and whether pre-approval is needed, before you fix a date.
A robotic repair has extra costs. Ask whether it changes the result for your hernia, not only whether it is available.
Signs that mean you should not wait
These need same-day care, whatever date your repair was planned for.
Bring any scan reports, notes from earlier operations, a list of all your medicines, and your insurance details. A short list of your own questions helps too.
Yes. A good answer explains why open, keyhole or robotic repair suits your hernia, and what would change that advice. You should not need to accept a choice unexplained.
Yes. Ask for an estimate that lists the main parts of the bill, and check what your insurance covers before you fix a date.
Yes, and it often helps. A family member can remember details you miss and ask questions you did not think of.
Most hernias are not urgent, so taking a few days to think is reasonable. Ask which warning signs mean you should not wait.
The main page on this site is robotic hernia surgery in Ahmedabad. These cover the neighbouring questions.
Where to find us
Dr Harsh Shah, MS, MCh (Surgical Gastroenterology), DrNB (Surgical Gastroenterology)
Shah's Gastro, Cancer & Robotic Surgery Centre
Apollo Hospital, Bhat, Gandhinagar
Gota OPD, Ahmedabad
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