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Hernia Surgery for patients from J & K.

Q: What is the cost of hernia surgery in Ludhiana?

At The Hernia Institute™, all-inclusive packages start at ₹35,000 for open inguinal hernia repair. Laparoscopic repair starts at ₹55,000. Bilateral and complex cases are higher. Use our cost estimator for an instant range, or send your records on WhatsApp for a written quote within 24 hours.

Q: Is laparoscopic hernia surgery available in Ludhiana?

Yes. The Hernia Institute™ offers the full range of modern laparoscopic hernia techniques — TEP, TAPP, eTEP, IPOM-Plus, and laparoscopic TAR. We have a modern operating theatre with 4K laparoscopy and premium energy platforms.

Patients from Jammu, Srinagar, Udhampur, Kathua, and across J&K regularly travel to The Hernia Institute^™ in Ludhiana for specialist hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction surgery. We have built our outstation workflow around making the trip simple, short, and complete.

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Why choose The Hernia Institute^™

A centre built around one discipline.

The Hernia Institute^™ is a single-specialty centre, dedicated entirely to hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction, with AHS Gimbernat Award recipient and ACS International Scholar surgeons on staff — a combination that makes the trip from Jammu & Kashmir worthwhile for complex, recurrent, or specialist hernia work.

What The Hernia Institute^™ stands for

Every consultation is with a hernia surgeon — Dr. Bawa, Dr. Mishra, or Dr. Rengan
AHS Gimbernat Award (2022) recipient on staff
ACS International Scholar on staff
The full range of modern techniques — laparoscopic eTEP, IPOM-Plus, TAR, and open repair where appropriate
AI-assisted classification and pre-operative planning (SurgiMeasure, HDSS)
Dedicated paediatric hernia surgeon (MCh-qualified) on staff
Written, itemised, all-inclusive estimate before surgery
Direct WhatsApp access to your surgeon post-op

Pricing · FY 2026

Transparent costs. No hidden charges.

Indicative all-inclusive packages — surgery, mesh*, hospital stay, and follow-up. Pre-operative investigations and all medications (in-hospital and discharge) are billed separately as per requirement. *Tackers and other special devices, where used, may incur additional cost. Insurance: reimbursement help in-house; cashless tie-ups coming soon.

Procedure

All-inclusive range

Hospital stay

Inguinal Hernia · Open Lichtenstein mesh

₹35,000 – ₹78,000

Day-care

Inguinal Hernia · Laparoscopic TEP / TAPP

₹55,000 – ₹1,14,000

Day-care / 1 day

Bilateral Laparoscopic Both sides, one operation

₹75,000 – ₹1,50,000

1 day

Umbilical Hernia Adult primary defects

₹40,000 – ₹84,000

Day-care

Ventral / Incisional · Laparoscopic eTEP, IPOM-Plus

₹95,000 – ₹2,40,000

1–3 days

Recurrent Hernia Re-operative

₹85,000 – ₹2,40,000

1–3 days

Paediatric Hernia Children · mesh-free

₹35,000 – ₹72,000

Day-care

Final cost confirmed in writing after consultation. GST extra where applicable. Insurance: cashless tie-ups (ECHS, CGHS, Star Health, others) are coming — we currently help with reimbursement claims end-to-end. Senior citizen and military rates available — please ask.

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Travelling to Ludhiana

A simple path for outstation patients.

Jammu to Ludhiana is 6 hours by road via NH-44. Srinagar to Ludhiana is 11-13 hours by road, or 1.5 hours by air via Jammu/Srinagar to Chandigarh. Bawa Hospital is easily approachable from Ludhiana Railway Station, the Bus Stand, and Chandigarh airport.

Free teleconsultation first

Send your scans, previous records, or symptom description on WhatsApp. We respond within 24 hours with a preliminary plan and quote — before you travel.

Getting here & staying over

Bawa Hospital is centrally located in Civil Lines and easily approachable from Ludhiana Railway Station, the Inter-State Bus Terminal, and all major roads. A range of hotels and guest houses sit within a short distance for accompanying family.

One trip, two days

For most cases, the entire process — consultation, pre-op tests, surgery, discharge — can be completed in 2–3 days. We co-ordinate everything so you only travel once.

Insurance reimbursement assistance

Cashless tie-ups with ECHS, CGHS, Star Health and other major insurers are in progress and are not yet live. In the meantime, we help you file reimbursement claims end-to-end — pre-authorisation, paperwork, and post-discharge submission handled in-house.

EMI via GMoney

Medical EMI through GMoney — 3, 6, 9, and 12-month plans. Quick paper-light approval at admission. Bring Aadhaar, PAN, and a salary slip or bank statement.

Written, itemised quote

Every patient gets a written quote before surgery. No verbal promises. No surprise add-ons. What you sign is what you pay.

Common Questions

Questions outstation patients often ask.

How do I travel from Jammu or Srinagar to Ludhiana for surgery?

Most patients from Jammu region drive (6 hours via NH-44) or take the overnight train. Patients from Srinagar typically fly to Chandigarh (1.5 hours), then drive to Ludhiana (1.5 hours). Many also stop overnight in Jammu and travel by road. Bawa Hospital is easily approachable from Ludhiana Railway Station, the Bus Stand, and Chandigarh airport, and there are many hotels nearby for accompanying family. The full consultation–surgery–discharge process typically takes 3-4 days for outstation patients.

Who is the best hernia surgeon in Ludhiana?

For inguinal, ventral, recurrent, and complex hernia surgery: Dr. Ashvind Bawa, MS, FACS — AHS Gimbernat Award recipient, ACS International Scholar, and former Professor & Unit Head of Surgery at DMC&H. For paediatric hernia: Dr. Vinayak S Rengan, MCh (Paediatric Surgery). Dr. Ankit Mishra (MRCS, FRCS, FAHS) is our Co-Surgical Lead. All three sub-specialise in hernia work.

What is the cost of hernia surgery in Ludhiana?

At The Hernia Institute^™, all-inclusive packages start at ₹35,000 for open inguinal hernia repair. Laparoscopic repair starts at ₹55,000. Bilateral and complex cases are higher. Use our cost estimator for an instant range, or send your records on WhatsApp for a written quote within 24 hours.

Will you help with my health insurance claim?

Cashless tie-ups with ECHS, CGHS, Star Health and other major insurers are in progress and are not yet live at the moment. We do, however, handle insurance reimbursement claims end-to-end — pre-authorisation, paperwork and post-discharge submission are all done in-house at no additional cost. You pay at the time of treatment and your insurer reimburses you per your policy.

Is laparoscopic hernia surgery available in Ludhiana?

Yes. The Hernia Institute^™ offers the full range of modern laparoscopic hernia techniques — TEP, TAPP, eTEP, IPOM-Plus, and laparoscopic TAR. We have a modern operating theatre with 4K laparoscopy and premium energy platforms.

How long does it take from consultation to surgery in Ludhiana?

For most primary inguinal hernias, 7–14 days from first consultation. For complex ventral or recurrent cases, 2–4 weeks to allow for imaging and pre-operative optimisation. Emergencies are seen the same day.

Can I get teleconsultation if I'm outside Ludhiana?

Yes — free teleconsultation for outstation patients before any travel. We review your records, give you a preliminary plan and quote, and answer all your questions before you commit to coming to Ludhiana. WhatsApp +91-9155100001 to schedule.

Hernia Surgery for patients from J & K.