Robotic Subcutaneous Onlay Repair is an advanced minimally invasive procedure used to treat ventral, incisional, and umbilical hernia defects of the abdominal wall that are associated with diastasis recti. This technique utilizes robotics and endoscopy to access the subcutaneous tissue layer beneath the skin and above the muscle, allowing the surgeon to repair the hernia […]
Robotic Repair of Right Bochdalek Hernia [VIDEO]
The following video of a Right Bochdalek Hernia Repair by Dr. Mazen Iskandar contains scenes of medical surgery. This is Mazen Iskandar, presenting a case of a robotic repair of a right Bochdalek hernia. The patient is a 63-year-old female with history of an open Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in 2009, and with significant weight loss, […]
Robotic incisional hernia repair post ALIF (eTEP, bilateral transversus abdominis release) VIDEO: Dr. Mazen Iskandar Narrates the Procedure
In this video, Mazen Iskandar, MD, FACS, FASMBS, narrates as he performs a Robotic incisional hernia repair post ALIF (eTEP, bilateral transversus abdominis release). The imagery of surgical hernia repair appears in this video. Transcript of Surgical Procedure Case Overview Presenting a case of a robotic incision hernia repair after anterior lumbar interbody fusion. The […]
Dr. Mazen Iskandar Selected to Contribute to Prestigious Surgical Journal
Dr. Mazen Iskandar, renowned hernia surgeon and founder of The Iskandar Complex Hernia Center, has been selected to author two chapters in Surgical Endoscopy and Other Interventional Techniques, the official journal of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) and the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery (EAES). This distinction underscores Dr. Iskandar’s expertise […]
Combo Robotic eTEP Recurrent Incisional Hernia Repair with Spine Access for L4-L5 ALIF Video
Transcript of Narration Presenting a robotic eTEP recurrent incision hernia repair in combination with spine axis for an L4-L5 anterior lumbar interbody fusion ALIF. So this is a patient who had a recurrent hernia following colectomy. The hernia was 5 cm and was below a previously placed mesh. We obtained access to the… Given […]
The Bassini Hernia Repair Technique
The Bassini hernia repair, developed by Italian surgeon Edoardo Bassini in the late 19th century, represents a significant historical advancement in the surgical treatment of inguinal hernias. Although this hernia repair technique has largely been replaced by modern methods, particularly tension-free mesh repairs, it remains a critical part of surgical history and education. The Bassini […]
McVay Hernia Repair Technique
The McVay hernia repair, historically known as the Cooper’s ligament repair, is a surgical approach developed for the treatment of inguinal (relating to the groin) and femoral (relating to the upper thigh) hernias. Pioneered by Dr. Chester McVay, this technique is distinguished by its utilization of Cooper’s ligament, offering an alternative to other hernia repair […]
Robotic Umbilical Hernia Repair VIDEO: Dr. Mazen Iskandar Narrates the Procedure
In this video, Dr. Mazen Iskandar narrates a robotic pre-peritoneal umbilical hernia repair. This is a frequently performed procedure because umbilical hernias are one of the most common types of hernias. More About Pre-Peritoneal Umbilical Hernia Repair A robotic pre-peritoneal hernia repair is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat hernias. This technique involves […]
The Iskandar Complex Hernia Center at Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie Earns Hernia Center Of Excellence by SRC
One of Only Two Designated Hernia Centers of Excellence in North Texas The Iskandar Complex Hernia Center of the Baylor Scott & White Center for Hernia Surgery has been designated as one of only two Hernia Centers of Excellence in North Texas by the Surgical Review Corporation (SRC). SRC is a nonprofit patient safety organization […]
Dr. Iskandar Earns Surgeon of Excellence in Hernia Surgery Accreditation from SRC
Surgeon of Excellence Accreditation The recent accreditation bestowed upon Dr. Mazen Iskandar by the esteemed Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Surgeon of Excellence in Hernia Surgery represents a pinnacle in his career, shining a light on his exceptional skill set, extensive training, and commitment to innovative surgical practices. SRC is a nonprofit patient safety organization […]
