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#83: Small Stitches and Prophylactic Mesh For Laparotomy Closure- The Experts Weigh In

EP. 83 •

Oct 4, 2016

• 55 MIN

#83: Small Stitches and Prophylactic Mesh For Laparotomy Closure- The Experts Weigh In

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Dr. Shirin Towfigh is a renowned hernia surgeon in Los Angeles and is currently the president of the Beverly Hills Hernia Center.

Check out a great resource for patients with hernias

http://www.herniatalk.com

http://www.beverlyhillsherniacenter.com/

Dr. William Hope is the current president of the Americas Hernia Society and an Associate Professor at UNC Wilmington.

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