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Approximately 50,000 Australians have their hernias surgically repaired each year.  Hernias occur when an organ like the intestines or fatty tissue protrude through a weakened area or defect in the abdominal wall or groin. Hernias can cause a noticeable bulge under the skin, as well as pain and discomfort. Most hernias need to be surgically repaired to prevent complications, reoccurrences and other serious problems. Hernia repair is one of the most common operations in Australia. 

At Melbourne Hernia Centre, our Principal Surgeon Mr Steven Karametos ​has extensive experience evaluating and repairing all types and stages of hernias, including complex cases such as multiple recurrent hernias, sports hernias and those requiring complete abdominal wall reconstructions. He is truely passionate about hernia repair and is always investing in training to offer the most up-to-date surgical techniques. Physicians from across the country and around the world refer patients to us for hernia treatment based on our experience, outcomes and innovative management. 

   Expertise You Can Count On
  • Experience. Hernia surgery is what we do, and we do it well. Mr Karametos has personally performed and supervised more than 5,000 hernia repairs. His patients include elite athletes and medical colleagues from around the country. 
  • Recognised leadership. Regularly asked to share surgery best practices, Mr Karametos has trained hundreds of surgeons in Australia on simple and highly complex hernia procedures. He is an active member of several major global organisations for hernia surgeons. 
  • Innovation treatments.  Mr Karametos specialises in minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, and complex hernia repair such as recurrent incisional hernias. He offers the latest Laparoscopic Hernia Repair techniques  including Robotic Hernia Repair to achieve superior, long-lasting results using a minimally invasive approach. He is also one of the few hernia surgeons in Australia who performs Non-Mesh Hernia Surgeries using the revolutionary Biosynthetic Absorbable Mesh, this new mesh dissolves completely after hernia repair. 
  • Comprehensive care. Under our care, patients receive the highest quality hernia evaluation and treatment. For complex hernia cases, we work closely with radiological and medical specialists to ensure the best outcomes.
  • Personalised care and planning. Surgery is only one part of the treatment plan we provide. Mr Karametos take the time to understand each patient’s needs and help them prepare for surgery so they understand what to expect before, during and after the procedure. A team of dedicated office staff is ready to assist and only a phone call away. 

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Melbourne Hernia Centre
"Uncompromising Excellence. Commitment to Care."

Understanding Hernias
Hernia Causes and Risk Factors
Types of Hernias We Treat
Complex Hernia
Advanced Hernia Surgery Options 
Absorbable Mesh
​After Hernia Surgery

About
Our Surgeon 
Our Staff
Insurance and Cost 

Contact
Address: 404 Balwyn Rd, Balwyn North, 3104
Phone: 03 9857 3600
reception@stevenkarametos.com.au
stevenkarametos.com.au

Operating: Knox Private Hospital
                     Mitcham Private Hospital 
​                     Warringal Private Hospital 
​                     Holmesglen Private Hospital  

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