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The Hernia Gods Podcast

Luke Elms
Hernia Surgery
Hernia
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Robotic Surgery
Patient Care
Surgical Training
Robotics In Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Physician Wellness
Bariatric Surgery
Surgical Complications
Medical Education
Chronic Pain
Robotic Surgery Techniques
Laparoscopy
Foregut Surgery
Abdominal Wall Surgery
Private Practice
Patient Engagement
Healthcare Systems

This is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of hernia surgery and hernia surgeons. The name "The Hernia Gods Podcast" is not meant to apply to the surgeons or hosts but instead to the abstract hernia gods that we hope are on our side when taking care of our sometimes complex cases. Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this podcast belong solely to the hosts and guests, an... more

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On this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with Dr. Salvatore Docimo to explore what drives a surgeon to take on the cases others won’t.

From complex abdominal wall reconstruction and the rise of robotics to the mindset, wor... more

On this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Andrea Pakula, a surgeon specializing in robotic surgery, complex hernia repair, and abdominal wall reconstruction. Dr. Pakula shares her journey from trauma and acute care surgery to de... more

In this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with Dr. Philip George, Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center, to talk about his unconventional journey into medicine, surgery, and ultimately the worl... more

In this special episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms, takes listeners behind the scenes to share the story of how the podcast began and the purpose behind it. Luke talks about his own experiences with imposter syndrome, the inspiration h... more

On this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with Sean Ornstein, MD to discuss his journey into hernia and abdominal wall surgery. Sean shares how his early love of fixing things led him to surgery, his research years studying ... more

In this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with Agustin Alvarez, MD, from Chile, to discuss his unique journey in surgery, overcoming career challenges, and the importance of persistence. They dive into balancing family and c... more

In this episode of the Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with renowned abdominal wall surgeon Prof. Ramana Balasubramaniam to discuss innovation, authenticity, and the lessons learned from a career at the forefront of minimally invasive su... more

In Episode 25 of The Hernia Gods Podcast, Dr. Luke Elms sits down with Dr. Alfredo Carbonell II, a nationally recognized leader in abdominal wall reconstruction and complex hernia surgery. The conversation goes beyond the operating room, exploring th... more

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Recent Guests

Andrea Pakula
MD, MPH, FACS; trauma and acute care surgeon turned MIS and robotic hernia expert
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast - E31 - Andrea Pakula, MD, MPH, FACS
Sean Ornstein
Surgeon specializing in hernia and abdominal wall repair, former MIS fellow at Case Western, longtime OHSU affiliate
Oregon Health & Science University
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E28 - Sean Orenstein, MD
Agustin Alvarez
Surgeon specializing in hernia surgery, Chile
Clínica Bupa, Santiago; Founder President of the Hernia Society of Chile
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E27 - Agustin Alvarez, MD
Mike Rosen
Hernia/abdominal wall surgeon, guest on the episode
Northwestern Medicine; formerly Cleveland Clinic; UH
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E23 - Michael J. Rosen, MD
Diego Lima
Surgeon, researcher, clinical educator
Brazilian surgeon, research group leader, Clinical Research Academy founder
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E22 - Diego Lima, MD MSc
Peter Santoro
General surgeon, abdominal surgeon, head of robotics at Christiana
Christiana Hospital, Delaware (affiliated with Jefferson University)
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E21 - Peter Santoro, MD, FACS
Gregory Dumanian
Plastic surgeon and hernia specialist; known for mesh suture and abdominal wall reconstruction work
Northwestern University, previously Mass General and Pitt
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E20 - Gregory Dumanian, MD
Paul Colavita
Foregut and hernia surgeon
Carolina/Carolinas Medical Center area
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E19 - Paul Colavita, MD
Charlotte Horne
Hernia surgeon, Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic
Episode: The Hernia Gods Podcast E18 - Charlotte Horne, MD

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Luke Elms
Host of The Hernia Gods Podcast

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Hernia Gods Podcast E27 - Agustin Alvarez, MD
Q: How do you view the role of AI in medicine and its impact on surgical practice?
AI should augment the human connection, handling administrative tasks so clinicians can focus on patient conversations and care, while preserving the essential human moments that define good medicine.
The Hernia Gods Podcast E15 - Edward Felix, MD FACS
Q: What was your technique on the first few? What was the approach?
Felix explains that his early approach built on adapting the open posterior repair principles to laparoscopy, evolving from instinctive methods to a structured, reproducible approach that emphasized dissection quality and proper mesh use.
The Hernia Gods Podcast E11 - Hector Valenzuela, MD
Q: What guidance would you give other surgeons facing burnout or difficulty balancing life and work?
Prioritize being a good person and maintaining self-care; build a support network, seek mentorship across perspectives, and stay present for family and patients alike.
The Hernia Gods Podcast E11 - Hector Valenzuela, MD
Q: How did ego impact your career, and what changed that?
Ego drove him to pursue ever-greater mastery and status, but burnout and personal costs led to a crisis; mentorship and counseling helped him reframe his approach around being a better human and surgeon.
The Hernia Gods Podcast E11 - Hector Valenzuela, MD
Q: What early experiences shaped your path to surgery and your initial ambitions?
He describes a strong draw to the operating room sparked by anatomy and a gynecologist teacher, leading him toward surgical oncology and eventually hernia surgery, shaped by personal and family influences.

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This show centers on hernia surgery and the practitioners who push the field forward, often blending technical depth with candid reflections on mentorship, career paths, and the realities of high-volume surgical practice. Conversations routinely cover evolving techniques from open to robotic and minimally invasive approaches, education and training, data-informed decision making, and the human side of surgery— burnout, work–life balance, patient outcomes, and the impact of leadership and collaboration across specialties. A standout aspect is the global perspective: guests span multiple countries and healthcare systems, with a recurring emphasis on mentorship, practical wisdom for trainees, and the interplay between innovation and patient-ce... more

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2. Sean Ornstein
3. Agustin Alvarez
4. Mike Rosen
5. Diego Lima
6. Peter Santoro
7. Gregory Dumanian
8. Paul Colavita

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