Knowledge Center
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Educational resources on general surgery, bariatric procedures, hernias, and medical tourism in Mexico.
Umbilical Hernia Symptoms in Adults
A soft belly-button bulge, pain, and warning signs — plus causes and repair options.
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Gallbladder Removal Diet
A week-by-week guide to what to eat and avoid after gallbladder surgery.
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Hernia Surgery Recovery: Timeline & Tips
A realistic week-by-week recovery timeline for work, driving, and exercise.
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Is Hernia Surgery Safe?
The real risks, the danger of waiting, and how to lower your personal risk.
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When to Have Hernia Surgery
The signs you need surgery, emergency red flags, and the risks of waiting.
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Gastrointestinal Disorders
Common types, symptoms, warning signs, and when GI conditions need surgery.
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In-depth surgeon’s guide: GERD & hiatal hernia
How the operation is chosen — Nissen vs Toupet vs Dor, robotic vs laparoscopic, obesity & gastric bypass, redo surgery. A 17-reference review by Dr. López.
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