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Free event: Penn State Health’s Hernia Talk
October 21, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Learn about the latest advances in hernia treatment options and get a hands-on demonstration of the da Vinci robotic surgical system used for minimally invasive hernia repair.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023
- Session 1: 9 a.m.
- Session 2: 10 a.m.
- Session 3: 11 a.m.
WHERE: Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center
Dr. Wayne Chang will discuss:
- What causes a hernia
- When surgery is appropriate
- How hernias are repaired
- How minimally invasive surgery using the da Vinci robot can shorten recovery time
Get a hands-on demonstration of the da Vinci robotic surgical system.
Registration
NOTE: Registration for all sessions is closed.
Seating is limited. Register online or call 800-243-1455, option 3 by Oct. 17.
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