Beverly Hills Hernia Center

12/02/2025

It’s Giving Tuesday! 💚

Today we’re proud to spotlight the Beverly Hills Hernia Foundation, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of patients with hernias through education, research, and increased access to expert care. 💪

Hernias affect millions, yet so many patients struggle to find accurate information, high-quality treatment, or support during their healing journey. Our foundation works to change that—every single day. ✨

Your donation helps us:

💚 Fund groundbreaking hernia research
💚 Support patient education & resources
💚 Provide training for physicians worldwide
💚 Improve outcomes for patients who need it most

Every gift—big or small—creates real and immediate impact on patient care.

Join us this Giving Tuesday and be part of something that truly changes lives. 💝

👉 Donate now at www.BeverlyHillsHerniaFoundation.org

11/03/2025

HerniaTalk LIVE is a weekly Q&A hosted by Dr Shirin Towfigh, hernia surgeon expert at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center, with invited special Guests to answer your hernia-related questions.

Topic: First Hernia Couple

Guests: Dr Natàlia Pascotini and Dr Paulo Fogaça de Barros

Join us this Tuesday 11/04/2025, at 4:30 pm Pacific time (GMT -7) as a Facebook Live right here. You can also register to join via Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_S7PQzpO1TJG2_Q188dZ8NQ

You can watch archived episodes of HerniaTalk LIVE on www.YouTube.com/ or listen as a Podcast https://beverlyhillsherniacenter.com/podcast/

10/27/2025

New Publication Announcement

I’m proud to share our latest article — the first of its kind to provide guidance for surgeons taking call in the modern management of acute femoral hernias.

This work introduces a comprehensive treatment algorithm designed to support safe, evidence-based management of these often complex and critically ill patients.

This project was a true team effort our research studen, Ian Kim, presented our results exceptionally well at this year’s Southern Califrnia Chapter meeting of the Amerian College of Surgeons, where it received excellent feedback.

It’s rewarding to contribute to improving acute care decision-making and advancing surgical standards for challenging hernia cases.



Read full article here: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/00031348251353074oc

Background Due to the rarity of femoral hernias (FH), mastery of surgical decision-making can be challenging. Current guidelines address only elective treatment...

10/21/2025

HerniaTalk LIVE is a weekly Q&A hosted by Dr Shirin Towfigh, hernia surgeon expert at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center, with invited special Guests to answer your hernia-related questions.

Topic: The Cost of Hernia Research

Join us this Tuesday 10/21/2025, at 4:30 pm Pacific time (GMT -7) as a Facebook Live (). You can also register to join via Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HaW4333fRDGItxSzoOjXRg

You can watch archived episodes of HerniaTalk LIVE on www.YouTube.com/ or listen as a Podcast https://beverlyhillsherniacenter.com/podcast/

06/27/2025

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06/03/2025

I'm thrilled to announce my upcoming visit to London! 🇬🇧

On June 10 and 11, I'll be hosting a unique meet and greet experience, where you'll have the opportunity to connect with me, share your story, and explore how I can help you achieve your goals.

Don't miss out - email info@beverlyhillsherniacenter.com to secure your spot, as availability is limited.

06/03/2025

Happy Birthday, Sheila!❤️

06/03/2025

HerniaTalk LIVE is a weekly Q&A hosted by Dr Shirin Towfigh, hernia surgeon expert at the Beverly Hills Hernia Center, with invited special Guests to answer your hernia-related questions.

Topic: More Symptoms You Never Knew Werefrom Your Hernia

Join us this Tuesday 04/22/2025, at 4:30 pm Pacific time (GMT -7) as a Facebook Live (.Towfigh). You can also register to join via Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QhFGuPSuS5iCUS3I2IMh6Q

You can watch archived episodes of HerniaTalk LIVE on www.YouTube.com/ or listen as a Podcast https://beverlyhillsherniacenter.com/podcast/

06/03/2025

I’m coming to London! 🇬🇧

June 10/11
If you would like to meet me while I’m In the UK, for a limited time, to share your story and seek my advice, Contact Nurse Isabel and she will place you on the waitlist

https://beverlyhillsherniacenter.com/contact-us