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Hernia Surgery in Ludhiana. Done right, in your own city.

The Hernia Institute is a dedicated hernia and abdominal wall reconstruction centre in Civil Lines, Ludhiana — built around the Bawa family's surgical institution, which has served the city since 1977.

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1977
Bawa family in Ludhiana surgery
5 mins
From Bus Stand & Railway Station
₹35k
Starting all-inclusive package
Cashless
Insurance handled in-house
Why choose THI in Ludhiana

A dedicated hernia centre — not a hernia department.

Most hospitals in Ludhiana offer hernia surgery as one item on a long menu. The Hernia Institute is built around it. The difference shows in the surgical outcome.

At The Hernia Institute

  • Every consultation is with a hernia surgeon (Dr. Bawa, Dr. Mishra, or Dr. Rengan) — never a junior or rotating general surgeon
  • Cleveland Clinic-trained AWR Fellow on staff
  • Harvard MINT Conference Faculty
  • Modern techniques on offer — laparoscopic eTEP, IPOM-Plus, TAR — not just the older Lichtenstein
  • AI-assisted classification and pre-operative planning (SurgiMeasure, HDSS)
  • Dedicated paediatric hernia surgeon (MCh-qualified) on staff
  • Written, itemised, all-inclusive estimate before surgery
  • WhatsApp access to your surgeon for 6 months post-op
  • Direct WhatsApp access to your surgeon post-op

At a typical multi-specialty hospital

  • Consultation often with a general surgeon, sometimes with a junior
  • Surgery scheduled around other specialties' OT slots
  • Limited modern technique availability — most patients still get older approaches
  • No AI tools; classification done from memory or quick textbook reference
  • Paediatric hernia handled by adult general surgeon in most cases
  • Quote often verbal, "operation cost + extras" structure
  • Follow-up via OPD queue, no direct surgeon access
  • Often only one follow-up included in the package
  • Surprise charges at discharge are common
Ludhiana Pricing · FY 2026

Transparent costs for patients in Ludhiana & nearby.

Indicative all-inclusive packages — pre-op investigations, surgery, mesh, hospital stay, discharge medications, and follow-up. Insurance patients pay only co-pay/deductibles.

Procedure
All-inclusive range
Hospital stay
Inguinal Hernia · Open Lichtenstein mesh
₹35,000 – ₹65,000
Day-care
Inguinal Hernia · Laparoscopic TEP / TAPP
₹55,000 – ₹95,000
Day-care / 1 day
Bilateral Laparoscopic Both sides, one operation
₹75,000 – ₹1,25,000
1 day
Umbilical Hernia Adult primary defects
₹40,000 – ₹70,000
Day-care
Ventral / Incisional · Laparoscopic eTEP, IPOM-Plus
₹95,000 – ₹2,00,000
1–3 days
Recurrent Hernia Re-operative
₹85,000 – ₹2,00,000
1–3 days
Paediatric Hernia Children · mesh-free
₹35,000 – ₹60,000
Day-care

Final cost confirmed in writing after consultation. GST extra where applicable. Insurance: cashless with most major insurers. Senior citizen, military, and CGHS rates available — please ask.

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Local Catchment

Patients we see, every week.

The Hernia Institute serves Ludhiana and the surrounding districts — patients routinely travel from across the Doaba and Malwa regions, and from neighbouring Himachal.

PunjabLudhiana City & Civil Lines
PunjabKhanna · Samrala · Doraha
PunjabJagraon · Raikot · Mullanpur
PunjabPhillaur · Phagwara · Kapurthala
PunjabJalandhar · Hoshiarpur
PunjabPatiala · Sangrur · Barnala
PunjabMoga · Faridkot · Bathinda
HimachalUna · Hamirpur · Nalagarh
Your Surgeons in Ludhiana

Three specialist hernia surgeons. One commitment.

Every operation at The Hernia Institute is performed by a surgeon whose primary clinical focus is hernia and abdominal wall surgery.

AB Founder & Director

Dr. Ashvind Bawa

MS, FACS. Cleveland Clinic AWR Fellow. Harvard MINT Faculty (2023, 2024). 16 years at DMC&H (Professor & Unit Head).

Meet Dr. Bawa → Dr. Ankit Mishra Co-Surgical Lead

Dr. Ankit Mishra

MS, MRCS (Edinburgh), FRCS, FAHS. 13+ years' surgical experience. Core committee member, AWR Surgeons' Community.

Meet Dr. Mishra → VR Paediatric Lead

Dr. Vinayak S Rengan

MS, MCh (Paediatric Surgery), MRCS (Edinburgh). 15+ years. Harvard MINT 2023 Faculty. Applied AI researcher.

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Travelling to Ludhiana?

A simple path for outstation patients.

About 30% of our patients travel from outside Ludhiana — from Punjab's neighbouring districts, Haryana, Delhi NCR, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir. We have built the entire workflow around making that easy.

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.

Pickup & accommodation

Free pickup from Ludhiana Railway Station or Bus Stand. Co-ordinated hotel stay for accompanying family at partner properties — discounted rates.

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.

Cashless with most insurers

Empanelled with major Indian insurers and TPAs. Our in-house team handles your pre-authorisation, paperwork, and claims.

EMI & 0% financing

3, 6, and 12-month EMI plans available. 0% interest options through major Indian credit cards and Bajaj Finserv.

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 · Ludhiana

Questions patients in Ludhiana often ask.

Where exactly is The Hernia Institute in Ludhiana?

The Hernia Institute is located at Bawa Hospital, B-1/1040, Civil Lines, Near Old Dandi Swami Mandir, Ludhiana 141001. About 5 minutes from Ludhiana Bus Stand and Railway Station, easily accessible from the GT Road, Mall Road, and Ferozepur Road corridors.

Who is the best hernia surgeon in Ludhiana?

For inguinal, ventral, recurrent, and complex hernia surgery: Dr. Ashvind Bawa, MS, FACS — Cleveland Clinic AWR Fellow 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.

Do you accept cashless insurance in Ludhiana?

Yes. We are empanelled with most major Indian health insurers (private and public) and several TPAs. Our team handles the pre-authorisation in-house. For insurance patients, you typically only pay co-pay, deductibles, and non-covered items.

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 94561-88888 to schedule.

Ready to get a real opinion?

Whether you're in Civil Lines or Sahnewal, GT Road or Ferozepur Road — most consultations are scheduled within 48 hours. Teleconsultation available before any visit.

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Travelling From Out Of State?

Dedicated pages for outstation patients.

Punjab
State-wide
Haryana
Karnal · Ambala · Yamunanagar
Delhi NCR
Delhi · Gurgaon · Noida
Chandigarh
Tricity · Mohali · Panchkula
J & K
Jammu · Srinagar · Udhampur