Worried You Have A Hernia?
There are lots of ways to get a hernia. Talk to a surgeon about your hernia now!
Do You Have A Hernia?
There are many different types of hernias. Pain in your groin? It may be an inguinal hernia. Had stomach surgery? It may be an incisional hernia. Bad Heartburn? It may be a hiatal hernia.
Do Have a Bulge in Your Stomach?
Several hernias are associated with the stomach. If you are experiencing pain, nausea, swelling, and aching, hernia surgery could be the answer, but first you should get a consultation.
Do You Have Bad Heartburn?
Hernias are also associated with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Other symptoms can include difficulty swallowing foods and drinks, or chest pain. Surgery could be the answer to relieving these symptoms, but first you should consult a surgeon.
Do You Have A Question?
We can help answer questions about hernias, the options for surgery to fix hernias, and those nagging insurance questions that you may have.
Fill out the contact form below with the subsequent insurance form and we will be in touch to answer all of your questions.
We are always available over the phone as well at 801-895-4201.
Still Not Sure if You Have a Hernia?
If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, and wish to end them once and for all, surgery may be the answer. Contact us below or call now to schedule a consultation.
The Consequences of an Untreated Hernia
If hernias go untreated, they may lead to more pain, swelling, acid reflux, nausea, stomach or groin pain, and increased discomfort in your daily activities.
The Benefits of a Consultation with a Surgeon
Explore whether or not you have a hernia.
Figuring out what type of hernia you are suffering from.
Find out if you qualify for surgery to repair your hernia and cure your symptoms.
Learn ways to become a surgical candidate if you are not one currently.
Our Surgical Team
Dr. Jeffrey Eakin
Director of The Hernia Center of Utah
Dr. Eakin specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) hernia surgery and abdominal wall reconstructions – a technique used to repair massive abdominal wall hernias from surgery or traumas.
He trained in general surgery at The Ohio State University Medical Center, in Columbus, Ohio. After residency, he completed a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatric Surgery, at The Ohio State University Medical Center.
Dr. Eakin is the director of The Hernia Center of Utah, and the co-director of the bariatric surgery center at Jordan Valley Medical Center. He is also the Director of Trauma Surgery at Jordan Valley Medical Center and its’ West Valley Campus.
Dr. Catherine Beck
Surgeon at The Hernia Center of Utah
Dr. Catherine Beck also specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) hernia surgery, abdominal wall reconstructions and other rare types of hernias.
She trained in general surgery at The Ohio State University Medical Center, in Columbus, Ohio. After residency, she completed a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatric Surgery, at the University of California in San Diego.
Dr. Beck is the Director of Bariatric Surgery at Jordan Valley Medical Center, and she is creating the first comprehensive bariatric surgery center in the West Valley and West Jordan area of Salt Lake City, Utah.
Dr. Brad Digney
Surgeon at The Hernia Center of Utah
Dr. Brad Digney specializes in minimally invasive (laparoscopic) hernia surgery, complex abdominal wall reconstruction, and other types of hernias.
He trained in general surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis. As chief surgical resident in a large academic medical setting, he supervised surgical residents and taught medical students in both community and private institutions.
Dr. Digney serves as the Director of Trauma Surgery at the Jordan Valley Medical Center.
Where do we complete our surgeries?
Jordan Valley Medical Center
Main Campus
3584 West 9000 South
Suite 304
West Jordan, UT 84088
Jordan Valley Medical Center
West Valley Campus
3336 South 4155 West
Suite 306
West Jordan, UT 84044