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Katy Hernia Care
Hernia Surgeon in Katy, TX
Dr. Murtaza Shakir: Open, Laparoscopic and Robotic Hernia Repair at Our Grand Parkway Office
If you live in or near Katy and have noticed a bulge in your groin or belly, or pain when you lift, cough or stand for long periods, you can see a board-certified hernia surgeon close to home. Consultations, pre-operative visits and follow-up all take place at our Katy office on the Grand Parkway.
At Surgical Associates of Southern Texas, Dr. Murtaza Shakir, board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology, repairs inguinal, umbilical, ventral, incisional and recurrent hernias using open, laparoscopic and robotic techniques. This page covers what Katy patients need to know: the office, the hernias treated, when to call us and when to go to the ER, and what a consultation involves. For the full medical background, see our main hernia repair page.
Meet the Surgeon
Dr. Murtaza Shakir, MD, general surgeon and hernia specialist in Katy, TX
- Dual board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology
- Named a Houstonia Top Doctor in General Surgery, 2026 (see listing)
- Highly reviewed: rated 4.9 stars on Google
- Specialized in open, laparoscopic and robotic repair of inguinal, umbilical, ventral, incisional and recurrent hernias
Patient Reviews
Patient Experiences With Dr. Shakir
Rated 4.9 stars on Google. Real experiences from patients treated in Katy and Sugar Land.
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- At a glance
- A hernia surgeon close to home
- Hernias treated in Katy
- Hernia surgeon or ER?
- Does every hernia need surgery?
- Meet your surgeon
- Your Katy consultation
- Open, laparoscopic and robotic
- Surgery day and recovery
- Visiting the Katy office
- Communities we serve
- Insurance and referrals
- Patient reviews
- Why choose us
- Insurance
- Locations
- FAQs
- Schedule a consultation
At a Glance
Katy Hernia Care at a Glance
- Office
- 410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494. Get directions to the Katy office.
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call 713-955-9191.
- Your surgeon
- Dr. Murtaza Shakir, MD, board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
- Hernias treated
- Inguinal (groin), umbilical, ventral, incisional and recurrent hernias, including hernias in both groins.
- Repair options
- Open, laparoscopic and robotic repair. The approach is chosen for your hernia, your health and any previous surgery.
- What happens in Katy
- Consultation, pre-operative visit and follow-up. Surgery is performed at nearby hospitals and surgical centers.
- Communities served
- Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Pecan Grove and West Houston.
- Go to the ER for
- A bulge that is suddenly painful, firm or discolored and will not go back in, especially with vomiting or fever. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Care Close to Home
Why See a Hernia Surgeon in Katy?
Seeing a hernia surgeon in Katy keeps every clinic visit close to home. Hernia care usually involves several appointments: a consultation, sometimes imaging, a pre-operative visit, the operation and one or two follow-ups. For patients in Katy and western Fort Bend County, driving into central Houston for each of those visits adds time and stress. At our Katy office, all clinic visits happen in one place, with the same surgeon from the first visit to the last.
Many Katy patients are active adults, commuters and parents, and many work jobs that involve lifting. A hernia often shows up as pain during a workout, a bulge noticed after a long day on a job site, or discomfort that makes it hard to keep up with children. Dr. Shakir plans each repair with your work and activities in mind, including a realistic timeline for returning to lifting and exercise.
Who We See at the Katy Office
- Adults with a new bulge in the groin or abdomen
- Patients referred by a Katy-area primary care doctor, urgent care or emergency department
- Athletes and active adults with groin pain
- Patients with a bulge at an old surgical scar
- Patients whose hernia has come back after a repair elsewhere
- Women with groin pain, including after pregnancy
- Patients who want a second opinion before surgery
- Patients interested in a minimally invasive or robotic repair
Conditions Treated
Which Hernias Are Treated at the Katy Office?
Dr. Shakir evaluates and repairs all common adult hernias at the Katy office. Each type has its own page with symptoms, repair options and recovery details. The summaries below are short so you can find the right page quickly.
Inguinal (Groin) Hernia
The most common hernia in adults. It often feels like a bulge or ache in the groin that gets worse with standing, lifting or coughing. Hernias in both groins can often be repaired in one operation. Learn about inguinal hernia repair.
Umbilical Hernia
A bulge at or near the belly button, common after pregnancy or weight change. Small ones may be watched or closed with stitches; larger ones are usually reinforced with mesh. Learn about umbilical hernia repair.
Ventral and Incisional Hernia
A bulge in the front of the abdominal wall or along an old surgical scar. These hernias tend to grow over time, and CT imaging often helps plan the repair. Learn about ventral and incisional hernia repair.
Recurrent Hernia
A hernia that has come back after a previous repair. Dr. Shakir reviews your earlier operative report and imaging before planning a new repair. Learn about recurrent hernia repair.
Other groin hernias, such as femoral hernias, are also evaluated. Robotic repair is available for many hernia types; see robotic hernia repair and robotic ventral hernia repair. For a full overview of every hernia type, visit our main hernia repair page.
Where to Go
When to See a Hernia Surgeon and When to Go to the ER
Most hernias are not emergencies, and the right first step is an office consultation. A hernia that comes and goes, causes mild aching or bothers you mainly with activity can be evaluated at the Katy office. Call 713-955-9191 to schedule if you notice:
- A bulge in the groin, at the belly button or near a scar, with or without pain
- A bulge that pushes out when you stand, cough or strain and goes back when you lie down
- Groin pain or heaviness after lifting, exercise or a long day on your feet
- A hernia that is slowly getting larger or more uncomfortable
- A bulge or pain after a previous hernia repair
- A hernia found by your doctor or on a scan done for another reason
If the bulge is more painful than usual or harder to push back in, but you have none of the warning signs below, tell our staff when you call. Not sure whether your symptoms are a hernia? Read should I see a surgeon for hernia pain? and when to worry about hernia pain.
Go to the Emergency Room for These Signs
A trapped or strangulated hernia is an emergency. Seek care right away if a bulge turns firm, tender or discolored or won’t go back in, or comes with severe pain, vomiting, a swollen belly or fever. The Katy office is not an emergency room. For a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Timing of Repair
Does Every Hernia Need Surgery?
Not always right away, but surgery is the only treatment that repairs a hernia. Adult hernias do not heal on their own, and most people with a groin hernia eventually need repair. Some men with a small groin hernia that causes few or no symptoms can safely wait, with regular check-ups and a clear plan for what to watch for.
Repair is usually recommended when a hernia is painful, growing, hard to push back in or limiting your work or activities. Groin hernias in women are also usually repaired. A hernia belt or truss may ease symptoms for some people but does not fix the weak spot. Dr. Shakir explains whether waiting is reasonable for you, and you can read more in do hernias go away on their own? and when is hernia surgery necessary?
Your Surgeon
Meet Your Katy Hernia Surgeon
Murtaza Shakir, MD
Board-Certified General Surgeon & Surgical Oncologist
Hernia care at our Katy office is led by Dr. Murtaza Shakir, who is board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
Board certification
American Board of Surgery: General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology
Medical degree
Aga Khan University
Residency
General Surgery, Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio
Fellowship
Two-year Surgical Oncology fellowship, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Surgical practice includes
Named a Houstonia Top Doctor in General Surgery (2026). Learn more about our general surgery services.
What to Expect
What Happens at a Hernia Consultation in Katy?
A first visit usually takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Most patients leave with a diagnosis, a recommendation and a clear idea of what comes next.
What to Bring
- Photo ID and your insurance card
- Your referral, if your plan requires one
- A list of your medicines, supplements and allergies
- Any imaging reports and discs, such as ultrasound or CT
- Operative reports from any previous hernia repair
- Your questions, written down
Wear clothing that allows an easy examination of the abdomen and groin. New patient paperwork is on our patient forms page, and our list of questions to ask your hernia surgeon can help you prepare.
Second Opinions
If another surgeon has already recommended hernia surgery, you are welcome to schedule a second-opinion visit. Bring any imaging and visit notes you have so Dr. Shakir can review them.
1. History and Examination
Dr. Shakir asks about your symptoms, health, medicines and any previous operations. He examines the area while you stand and lie down, and while you cough. For groin hernias, he checks both sides. Most hernias are diagnosed by examination alone.
2. Imaging If Needed
An ultrasound or CT scan may be ordered when the diagnosis is unclear, the hernia is large or recurrent, or the examination is difficult. Imaging is arranged locally, and results are reviewed with you at the Katy office.
3. Your Repair Plan
Dr. Shakir explains whether to repair now or watch, which approach he recommends (open, laparoscopic or robotic), and whether mesh will be used and why. Your job, activities and health are part of the decision.
4. Scheduling and Next Steps
If you decide on surgery, our staff helps schedule it at a nearby hospital or surgical center, reviews pre-operative instructions, checks your insurance benefits and books your follow-up visit at the Katy office.
Repair Options
Open, Laparoscopic and Robotic Hernia Repair for Katy Patients
Katy patients have access to all three repair techniques: open, laparoscopic and robotic. The recommendation depends on the type and size of the hernia, any previous surgery and your overall health, not on a preference for one method. Each technique is described in detail on our main hernia repair page.
About Mesh
Most adult hernia repairs use surgical mesh to reinforce the weak area and lower the chance of the hernia coming back. A repair with stitches alone can be reasonable for some small hernias. Dr. Shakir explains the type of mesh, where it is placed and the trade-offs, so the decision is shared.
Comparing approaches? Read laparoscopic versus open hernia repair and robotic versus open hernia repair.
| Feature | Open Repair | Laparoscopic Repair | Robotic Repair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Incisions | One incision over the hernia | Several small incisions | Minimally invasive approach |
| Tools | Direct repair, mesh when needed | Camera and narrow instruments | Instruments controlled from a console |
| Surgeon’s view | Direct view through the incision | Camera image | Magnified 3-D view |
| Often considered for | First-time one-sided groin or small umbilical hernia | Both groins, or recurrence after open repair | Ventral, incisional and more complex hernias |
Typical patterns only. Dr. Shakir recommends an approach after your exam.
Surgery and Recovery
Where Is Surgery Done, and What Is Recovery Like?
Your clinic visits are in Katy, and the operation is performed at a nearby hospital or surgical center. The facility is chosen based on the type of repair and your insurance. Nearly all hernia repairs are outpatient, so most patients go home a few hours after surgery. Large abdominal wall repairs may need a short hospital stay.
A Typical Recovery Timeline
- First few days: soreness that improves steadily; short walks are encouraged
- Desk work: often within about a week
- Physical work: usually two to four weeks for a routine repair, longer for large ventral or incisional hernias
- Heavy lifting: usually limited for about four to six weeks after most repairs
Your timeline depends on the hernia, the technique and your job. Dr. Shakir gives you a written plan and can provide a work note with restrictions. See our hernia recovery timeline, time off work after hernia surgery and returning to exercise.
Before and After Surgery
Your pre-operative visit and post-operative check are at the Katy office. Our pre-operative care and post-operative care guides explain how to prepare and what to watch for at home. Call the office if you have a fever, increasing redness or drainage from an incision, or pain your medicine does not control.
Office Details
Visiting Our Katy Office
Our Katy office is at 410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494, on the Grand Parkway (State Highway 99). Hernia consultations, pre-operative visits and follow-up appointments are all held here.
Prefer Sugar Land?
Dr. Shakir also sees hernia patients at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479. You can choose whichever office is more convenient. See our Sugar Land hernia surgeon page or all locations.
Address and Hours
Surgical Associates of Southern Texas
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D
Katy, TX 77494
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Phone: 713-955-9191
Before You Arrive
Free surface parking is available at the building. Please arrive a few minutes early for your first visit to complete check-in, or fill out your patient forms ahead of time. More details are on our Katy office page.
Areas Served
Hernia Care for Patients Near Katy
The Katy office serves patients from Katy and nearby communities on the west side of Greater Houston. These are service areas, not separate offices; all Katy-area visits take place at 410 W Grand Pkwy S.
Katy, Cinco Ranch and Cross Creek Ranch
Patients from Katy, Cinco Ranch and Cross Creek Ranch can be seen at our Katy office for consultation, pre-operative care and follow-up.
Fulshear and Brookshire
Patients from Fulshear and Brookshire are seen at the Katy office. Learn more on our Fulshear patients page and hernia care for Richmond and Fulshear.
Richmond and Pecan Grove
Patients from Richmond and Pecan Grove can choose the Katy or Sugar Land office. See our Richmond patients page.
West Houston
There is no office inside Houston city limits. Patients from West Houston are seen in Katy or Sugar Land. See hernia care for Houston patients.
Coverage Questions
Insurance and Referrals for Katy Hernia Patients
The practice works with many major insurance plans, and our staff verifies your benefits before your visit. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so please call with your insurance card ready. Many plans let you schedule a surgical consultation without a referral, but some plans, such as many HMO plans, require one from your primary care doctor.
Information for specific carriers: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and UnitedHealthcare. For other plans and your billing rights, see our insurance information page and the list of accepted plans.
Why Choose Us
Why Katy Patients Choose Surgical Associates of Southern Texas for Hernia Repair
Dr. Murtaza Shakir is board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology and treats routine and recurrent hernias at his Katy office on the Grand Parkway.
- Open, laparoscopic and robotic repair, matched to your hernia
- Consultation, pre-op and follow-up visits all in Katy
- Return-to-work timelines and work notes for your job
- Clear explanation of your diagnosis, plan and recovery
- Offices in Katy and Sugar Land on the Grand Parkway
Insurance Coverage
Insurance for Hernia Surgery in Katy
Surgical Associates of Southern Texas accepts many major insurance plans for hernia evaluation and surgery, including participating Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plans. Our office can confirm whether your specific plan participates and whether a referral or prior authorization is needed before your visit.
Coverage, network participation, authorization requirements, and your share of the cost vary by plan. You can also review the insurance accepted for surgical care at our practice.
Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield are only some of the plans we accept. Plan-specific details are on our Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue Cross Blue Shield pages. If your plan is not listed, contact our office and our team will help verify it.
Insurance participation and benefits vary by individual plan. Verification does not guarantee coverage, authorization or payment. Please contact our office and your insurer to verify benefits before treatment.
Our Locations
Two Convenient Fort Bend County Offices
Learn more about our Katy and Sugar Land practices, or view all locations.
Katy Office
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D
Katy, TX 77494
Serves: Katy, Fulshear, Richmond, Cinco Ranch and West Houston
Sugar Land Office
17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Serves: Sugar Land, Richmond, Stafford, Missouri City, Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston
Approximate Drive Times
From West Houston (Energy Corridor): about 15 minutes to Katy, or 25 to 30 minutes to Sugar Land.
From North Houston: about 40 to 50 minutes to either office, depending on traffic.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions About Hernia Care in Katy
Where is the Katy hernia surgery office?
The office is at 410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494, on the Grand Parkway (State Highway 99). Call 713-955-9191 to schedule.
Do I need a referral to see a hernia surgeon in Katy?
Many insurance plans do not require a referral for a surgical consultation, but some HMO plans do. Our office verifies your benefits before your visit and can tell you what your plan needs.
How soon can I be seen?
New patient consultations are usually available within a few days. If your hernia has become more painful or harder to push back in, tell our staff when you call.
Should I call the office or go to the ER for hernia pain?
Call the office for a bulge that comes and goes or mild aching. Go to the nearest emergency department or call 911 for a bulge that is suddenly painful, firm or discolored and will not go back in, especially with vomiting or fever.
Does Dr. Shakir offer robotic hernia repair for Katy patients?
Yes. Robotic, laparoscopic and open hernia repair are all offered. Dr. Shakir recommends an approach based on your hernia, any previous surgery and your health.
Can both groin hernias be repaired at the same time?
Yes. Hernias in both groins are commonly repaired in one operation, usually with a laparoscopic or robotic approach.
Will I go home the same day?
Almost always. Most hernia repairs are outpatient, and patients go home a few hours after surgery. Large abdominal wall repairs may need a short hospital stay.
How long before I can return to a physical job?
Usually two to four weeks after a routine repair, and longer after a large ventral or incisional repair. Dr. Shakir provides a timeline and a work note based on your job.
My hernia was repaired elsewhere and came back. Can you help?
Yes. Recurrent hernias are a regular part of Dr. Shakir’s practice. Bring your previous operative report and any imaging to your visit. Learn about recurrent hernia repair.
Does the practice accept my insurance?
The practice works with many major plans, including participating Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and UnitedHealthcare plans. Coverage varies by plan, so call 713-955-9191 to verify before your visit.
Sources and references
- Hernia, MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
- Inguinal Hernia, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
- Inguinal Hernia Repair Surgery: Patient Information, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
- Ventral Hernia Repair Surgery: Patient Information, Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES)
- Hernia Repair: Groin, patient education brochure, American College of Surgeons
Reviewed by the Review Team at Surgical Associates of Southern Texas.
Medical Disclaimer: This page provides general information and is not a substitute for medical advice. For a hernia that is suddenly painful, firm or discolored and will not go back in, severe abdominal pain, or other emergencies, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Last updated October 16, 2026.
Schedule a Hernia Consultation in Katy
Noticed a groin or abdominal bulge, pain with lifting, or a hernia that has come back? Schedule an evaluation with Dr. Murtaza Shakir at our Katy office, 410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D. Call 713-955-9191. Serving Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire and West Houston.
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