Incisional hernias can develop in up to 50% of patients who have had prior open abdominal operations, and can also occur in port sites used in laparoscopic surgery (trocar hernias). #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #ShouldiceExcellence

Some patients have congenital conditions that interrupt the body's natural healing processes, while others negatively affect healing through their lifestyle choices; for example, smoking. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #ShouldiceExcellence

"My kids just want their fun mum back" Mesh devices are being sown into patients with "little or no clinical evidence". We've spoken to 100s of patients who are living with complications after a hernia mesh repair. Roseanna is now disabled #VictoriaLIVE

In the interests of the safety of our patients and employees, Shouldice Hospital and Clinic are Closed until further notice due to concerns with COVID-19. We regret the inconvenience but we trust you will understand this decision in the interest of overall Public Safety.

In the interest of the safety of our patients and employees, our hospital will remain closed until further notice. Currently, we have cancelled all surgeries to the end of May. Patients will be contacted as soon as practical to reschedule surgery.

harpers.org/archive/2021/0… via Harper's Magazine If considering hernia surgery with mesh, this article in Harper's latest issue is a must read.

Don’t Mess With Mesh/Evidence-Based Voting – Ralph Nader Radio Hour shar.es/aoQTIE

Our hearts and gratitude go out to all of our dedicated nurses across the country during this National Nursing Week.#ShouldiceHospital #ShouldiceHerniaHospital

Our walk-in clinic for new patients will re-open on Monday, May 17th. If you think that you might have a hernia and would like to be examined by one of our surgeons, please visit our website for details. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #ShouldiceRepair #HerniaExamination

No line-up today at our walk-in clinic! If you think that you might have a hernia, please stop by for an exam. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #Surgery

HERNIA SURGERY AVAILABLE THIS MONTH! If you think that you may have a hernia in need of repair, please visit our website to book an appointment.

We will be operating a Hernia Examination Clinic by Appointment Only from December 20th to December 30th. If you would like to book an appointment, please call 905-889-1125. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #Surgery #TheShouldiceTechnique #ShouldiceRepair

All surgery at Shouldice Hospital has been cancelled until further notice. Our walk-in clinic is still operating on a walk-in basis every weekday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #Surgery #ShouldiceRepair #TheShouldiceTechnique #ShouldiceHospital

Our Hernia Examination Clinic is currently open every weekday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM on a walk-in basis. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #ShouldiceRepair #ShouldiceHospital #TheShouldiceTechnique

Snow Day - Monday, January 17th: Our Walk-In Hernia Examination Clinic is closed today. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #Hernia #ShouldiceHospital

We are pleased to announce that we will be resuming our hernia surgeries on Monday. If you have had your surgery cancelled, we will be contacting you this week in order to reschedule your date. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #ShouldiceRepair #ShouldiceHospital

We are excited to welcome Dr. Fernando Spencer Netto as our new Chief-of-Surgery. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Dr. Byrnes Shouldice, son of Shouldice Hospital founder Dr. Edward Earle Shouldice. Dr. Byrnes Shouldice passed away peacefully after a brief illness on Friday, April 15th at the age of 92. #ShouldiceHospital #ShouldiceRepair

Celebrating our very special, caring and dedicated team of nurses this week! #NationalNursingWeek #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #TheShouldiceExperience #ShouldiceHospital

Dr. Fernando Spencer Netto's presentation at the recent European Hernia Society International Congress was very well-received. #ShouldiceHerniaHospital #TheShouldiceTechnique #EHS