General Surgery News

04/21/2026

How do surgeons learn to repair a hernia when cadavers usually don’t have one?

Researchers have developed a new model that creates realistic hernias in cadaver donors, allowing surgeons to practice complex abdominal wall repairs in a lifelike training environment.

The model can simulate several types of hernias, helping bring surgical simulation closer to real patient care.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/NzgBAA/f

American Hernia Society

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04/21/2026

What captured the attention of the surgical community last month?

From artificial intelligence in clinical practice to evolving data on surgical techniques, these were the Top 5 most-read stories in general surgery for March.

Catch up on the conversations shaping the field:

1. Transitioning to Robotic Surgery in Mid- to Late Career
https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/TzcBAA/l

2. Robotic Surgery Is a Tool, Not a Fundamental
https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/UDcBAA/f

3. Core Conversations: Managing Re**us Diastasis (Episode 5)
https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/aDcBAA/t

4. Surgical Insights: Are We Too Dependent on Robotics?
https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/ADgBAA/f

5. Self-Perceived Recurrence Linked to Decision Regret After Ventral Hernia Repair
https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/STcBAA/t

04/21/2026

If AI becomes the “most powerful consultant you’ve never met”…

Who’s really making the decisions? 🤔

Surgeons are navigating a new era where technology informs every move—but doesn’t replace judgment.

👉 Explore the shift: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/WjkBAA/f

04/21/2026

The future of surgery is robotic—but is there a cost?

Drs. Pauli & Roohipour discuss whether increased reliance on robots is affecting surgeons’ traditional skills and what this means for training the next generation of surgeons.

Watch the full conversation: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/ADgBAA/f

04/20/2026

Frailty is often seen as a major risk factor in surgery—but new research suggests it may not worsen outcomes in complex abdominal wall reconstruction.

The findings challenge long-held assumptions and highlight the importance of individualized patient evaluation and care.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/TDcBAA/f

04/20/2026

The takeaway may not be which stitch—but how well it’s done.

Meticulous technique, proper tension, and standardization may outweigh stitch size alone in preventing hernias.

Sometimes fundamentals matter most.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/XjkBAA/f

04/20/2026

Did you know that 1 in 5 patients regrets having elective ventral hernia surgery?

A new study finds that feeling like your hernia came back is a major driver of regret. Surgeons stress the importance of:
✔️ Pre-op counseling
✔️ Managing expectations
✔️ Shared decision-making

It’s not about avoiding surgery—it’s about ensuring patients understand the risks and what to expect.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/STcBAA/f

04/20/2026

Are you getting credit for all the work you do for your patients?

From extended visits to care coordination outside the exam room, add-on codes like 99417, G2212, and G2211 help capture the full picture of patient care.

💡 The key? Clear documentation.

Because the reality is simple:
If it’s not documented, it doesn’t count.

Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/PjgBAA/f

04/19/2026

In today’s world, litigation pressure doesn’t stop in the courtroom.

📱 Social media amplifies blame
🤖 AI adds new layers of complexity
⚖️ Public perception shapes reality

How do we balance accountability with fairness? Read more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/VzkBAA/f

04/18/2026

How do you train surgeons to repair hernias if cadavers don’t have them?

One research team found a creative solution—by actually creating realistic hernias in cadaver models.

The result? A more lifelike training experience that better prepares surgeons for real patients.

Learn more: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/NzgBAA/f

04/18/2026

Pushing the boundaries of minimally invasive surgery! 🌟

Best of SLS 2025 presents Robotic Low Anterior Resection with Transanal Specimen Extraction for diverticulitis & ventral hernia—less invasive, highly precise, and patient-centered.

🎥Watch the full video now: https://www.generalsurgerynews.com/a/fDcBAA/f

The Society of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeons - SLS