[Lucas S]

Thanks a lot for all these Replies.

I’m pretty sure I don’t go the laparoscopic way. I will collect my results and write a short precise E-mail to some of these surgeons.
My only Problem with Muschawek is that they maybe still could use a mesh. They decide most of the time the technique during the surgery. If the Hernia is too big they maybe use a mesh again. I’m pretty sure the pain comes from the mesh (ProGrip Self-Gripping Mesh btw.) but of course I will have it checked.

The reviews about Dr. Conce and Muschawek where overly positive on a website called Jameda. But I don’t trust this rating portal my last surgeon had very positive reviews too on Jameda and when I read the reviews I relied on last time I feel scammed. It is such a heavy decision to find the right surgeon it really gives me anxiety/paranoia. I will look out for a Facebook group for more experience.

Thank you all for answering Questions and Helping in this Forum, not all heroes wear capes.

[Lucas S]

I’m guessing with Dr. krapata is this one? https://my.clevelandclinic.org/staff/20162-david-krpata

Yesterday I went to a Hospital with a good radiologic, and they found out I have a recurrent hernia on my left side which causes the most Pain. Isn’t that really rare I thought the recurrent rate is around ca. 0,5% with the Lichtenstein technique. Now they want to put another mesh inside me with the laparoscopic method. When they perform the surgery, they want to infiltrate the Nerve which bothers me to keep it quiet. What do you guys think? I’m not looking forward to this or could this be a good solution? The Mesh gives me Dental Problems too. The senior physician of surgery told me there that the tissue is too weak after a removal for a tissue repair that’s why they want to use the laparoscopic method on me.

After Reading this Story: https://www.gutresolution.com/hernia-mesh-a-story-of-deception-tragedy-and-hope/
I don’t want another mesh because as you can read in the link. “Additionally, polypropylene mesh increases oxidative stress in the body. A cursory search on Wikipedia states that in humans, oxidative stress is thought to be involved in the development of: ADHD, cancer, heart disease, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, autism, chronic fatigue syndrome,” etc.etc.

I will contact one of the named surgeon above soon.

[Lucas S]

Thanks a lot for all these Replies they are all really helpful.
I read about Dr. Koch and Dr. Reinpold in this forum and I will keep them in mind too. I can’t find a post here with an operation experience with Dr. Muschaweck because she seems more expensive than most of the other surgeons but maybe I would still try it.

When I choose a surgeon what should I pay attention to? Just the success rate and price/distance or more?