Hernia Surgeon • Katy, TX
Hernia Surgeon in Katy, TX
Dr. Murtaza Shakir — Open, Laparoscopic & Robotic Hernia Repair on the Grand Parkway
If you live in Katy and have noticed a bulge in your groin or abdomen, or pain when you lift, cough, or stand for long periods, you can be evaluated by a board-certified hernia surgeon a few minutes from home. Dr. Murtaza Shakir sees patients at the Surgical Associates of Southern Texas office at 410 W Grand Parkway South, Suite 4D, just south of I-10 on Highway 99.
Dr. Shakir is board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology and repairs inguinal, umbilical, ventral, incisional, and recurrent hernias using open, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques. Consultations, pre-operative visits, and follow-up all take place at the Katy office; surgery is performed at nearby hospitals and surgical centers.
This page covers what to expect from a hernia consultation in Katy, which hernias and repairs are offered, and practical details about the office. For the medical background on each hernia type, see the main hernia repair page.
Board-Certified
General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist
⭐ Rated 5 Stars
by Patients on Google
2 Convenient Locations
Katy & Sugar Land, TX
Katy Office
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D
Hernia Care in Katy
A Hernia Surgeon Close to Home in Katy
Why Katy patients choose a local surgeon
Hernia repair involves several visits: a consultation, sometimes imaging, a pre-operative appointment, the operation itself, and one or two follow-ups. For patients in Katy, Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, and the Westpark corridor, driving into the Texas Medical Center for each of those is a real burden. The Katy office puts every clinic visit on the Grand Parkway, and surgery is scheduled at hospitals and surgical centers on the west side.
Katy is also a community of active families, commuters, and people who work physically demanding jobs in construction, logistics, and energy. Hernias here often show up as pain during a workout, a bulge noticed after a long day at a job site, or discomfort that limits keeping up with children. Dr. Shakir plans repairs with a patient’s work and activity in mind, including realistic timelines for returning to lifting and exercise.
Who we see at the Katy office
- Adults with a new groin or abdominal bulge
- Patients referred by a Katy-area primary care physician or urgent care
- Athletes and active adults with groin pain
- Patients with a hernia at a previous surgical scar
- Patients whose hernia has come back after repair elsewhere
- Women with groin pain after pregnancy
- Patients seeking a second opinion before surgery
- Patients who prefer a minimally invasive or robotic repair
Communities served include Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Pecan Grove, and West Houston.
Conditions Treated
Hernias Repaired at the Katy Office
Every common adult hernia is evaluated and repaired. Each condition has a detailed page if you want the full medical picture.
Inguinal (Groin) Hernia
The most common hernia in adults, felt as a bulge or ache in the groin that worsens with standing, lifting, or coughing. Repaired open, laparoscopically, or robotically; both sides can be fixed in one operation. Inguinal hernia repair.
Umbilical Hernia
A bulge at the belly button, common after pregnancy or weight change. Small ones are watched or closed with sutures; larger ones are reinforced with mesh. Umbilical hernia repair.
Ventral & Incisional Hernia
A bulge on the abdominal wall or along an old surgical scar, which tends to enlarge over time. Planned with CT imaging and repaired with mesh placed within the abdominal wall. Ventral and incisional hernia repair.
Recurrent Hernia
A hernia that has returned after a previous operation. Approached from a different plane than the first repair, with prior operative reports and imaging reviewed first. Recurrent hernia repair.
What to Expect
Your Hernia Consultation at the Katy Office
A first visit takes about 30 to 45 minutes. Most patients leave with a diagnosis, a recommendation, and a clear idea of what comes next.
01
Examination
Dr. Shakir examines the bulge standing and lying down and while you cough. For groin hernias he checks both sides. Most hernias are diagnosed by examination alone.
02
Imaging If Needed
Ultrasound or CT is arranged locally when the diagnosis is unclear, the hernia is large or recurrent, or the exam is difficult. Results are reviewed at the same office.
03
Repair Plan
Open, laparoscopic, or robotic; mesh or no mesh; now or watchful waiting. Each is explained with reasons, and your work, activity, and health are part of the decision.
04
Scheduling
Surgery is booked at a west-side hospital or surgical center. Pre-operative instructions, insurance verification, and a follow-up visit at the Katy office are arranged before you leave.
Katy Residents: Noticed a Bulge or Groin Pain?
A consultation at the Grand Parkway office will confirm whether it is a hernia and lay out your options. Most patients are seen within days.
Repair Options
Open, Laparoscopic & Robotic Repair
All three techniques are offered. The recommendation depends on the hernia, previous surgery, and your health, not on a preference for one method.
Open Repair
A single incision over the hernia; mesh reinforces the defect. Often the simplest choice for a first-time one-sided groin hernia or a small umbilical hernia, and it can be done under regional anesthesia.
Laparoscopic Repair
Small incisions, camera, and instruments; mesh is placed behind the abdominal wall. Suited to bilateral groin hernias, recurrent hernias after open repair, and moderate ventral hernias.
Robotic Repair
Same small incisions with wristed instruments and a 3D view. Dr. Shakir’s usual choice for ventral, incisional, and complex hernias where the defect is sutured closed and mesh placed within the abdominal wall. Robotic hernia repair.
Details
Mesh and Recovery
About Mesh
Most adult hernia repairs use a small piece of surgical mesh to reinforce the weak area and lower the chance of recurrence. Non-mesh repair is reasonable for some small hernias. The type of mesh, where it sits, and the trade-offs are explained at your consultation so the decision is shared.
Recovery for Katy Patients
Nearly all repairs are outpatient. Expect a few days of soreness, desk work within about a week, physical work in two to four weeks, and lifting restrictions of four to six weeks for most repairs. Follow-up is at the Katy office. See our pre-operative and post-operative guides and the hernia recovery timeline.
Your Surgeon
Meet Your Katy Hernia Surgeon
Murtaza Shakir, MD
Dr. Shakir is a board-certified General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist. He earned his medical degree at Aga Khan University, completed General Surgery residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, and a two-year Surgical Oncology fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
He has served patients in Katy and western Fort Bend County from the Grand Parkway office, performing open, laparoscopic, and robotic hernia repair as a core part of his practice.
Board certified by the American Board of Surgery in:
- General Surgery
- Complex General Surgical Oncology
Surgical focus:
- Inguinal, umbilical, ventral, and incisional hernia repair
- Robotic and laparoscopic hernia surgery
- Recurrent and complex abdominal wall hernias
- Gallbladder and general surgery
Recognized by Houstonia Magazine among Houston’s top general surgeons. Learn more about all hernia repair services.
Why Patients Choose Us
Why Choose Surgical Associates of Southern Texas for Hernia Repair in Katy?
Board-Certified Surgical Expertise
Board certified in both General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
On the Grand Parkway
Consultations and follow-up at 410 W Grand Pkwy S, minutes from Cinco Ranch, Fulshear, and I-10.
Every Repair Technique
Open, laparoscopic, and robotic, chosen to fit your hernia and your work.
Realistic Return-to-Activity Plans
Timelines built around your job and activity level, not a generic handout.
Clear Communication
You leave the consultation understanding the diagnosis, the plan, and the recovery.
Sugar Land Office Too
A second office at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S for patients south of the Westpark Tollway.
Location
Hernia Surgeon in Katy, TX
Katy Office
Hernia consultations, pre-operative visits, and follow-up are held here. Surgery is performed at nearby west-side hospitals and surgical centers.
Surgical Associates of Southern Texas
410 W Grand Pkwy S
Suite 4D
Katy, TX 77494
Serving Katy, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, Fulshear, Brookshire, Richmond, Pecan Grove, and West Houston.
Getting to the Katy Office
From Cinco Ranch and Fulshear: take Westpark Tollway or FM 1093 east to Grand Parkway (Highway 99) north; the office is on the west side of the parkway south of I-10.
From West Houston and the Energy Corridor: I-10 west to the Grand Parkway exit, then south.
From Richmond and Pecan Grove: Grand Parkway north.
Free surface parking is available at the building. Our Sugar Land office is an alternative for patients south of the Westpark Tollway. See all locations or contact us.
Patient Reviews
What Katy-Area Patients Say About Hernia Repair
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rated 5 Stars by Patients on Google. Real experiences from patients treated in Katy and Sugar Land.
Jide Eboh
Houston · Hernia Repair
Surgical associates of Southern Texas is a great practice with amazing medical assistants, staff, and a great surgeon. Dr.Murtaza did a routine and successful Hernia repair with no complications. The staff was very kind and accompanying of my schedule as I am constantly out of town. I would recommend him to anyone searching for a general surgeon.
Maryna Solodka
Katy
Dr Shakir literally turned my life to the better! The level of professionalism and care he treated me with was the top, which is hard to meet nowadays in the digital world we live in. Dr. Shakir patiently answered all my questions before the surgery to ensure I knew what is and will be happening and so I could feel in peace. If you ever need to go through such life changing event like internal organ surgery I recommend you reach out to Dr Shakir so he can go through those changes with you!
See what more patients are saying about their experience with Dr. Shakir.
FAQ
Katy Hernia Questions
Where is the Katy hernia office located?
410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494, on the west side of Highway 99 just south of I-10. Call 713-955-9191 to schedule.
Do I need a referral to see a hernia surgeon in Katy?
Most insurance plans do not require a referral for a surgical consultation, though some HMO plans do. Our office verifies your benefits before your visit.
Where is hernia surgery performed for Katy patients?
At hospitals and surgical centers on the west side of Houston, chosen based on your insurance and the type of repair. Clinic visits before and after surgery are at the Katy office.
How soon can I be seen?
New patient consultations are usually available within a few days. Patients with a hernia that is painful or difficult to reduce are seen urgently.
Does Dr. Shakir do robotic hernia repair in Katy?
Yes. Robotic, laparoscopic, and open hernia repair are all offered. The approach is recommended based on your hernia, prior surgery, and health.
Can I have both groin hernias repaired at once?
Yes. Bilateral inguinal hernias are commonly repaired in one operation, usually laparoscopically or robotically.
Is hernia repair an outpatient procedure?
Almost always. Most patients go home a few hours after surgery. Large abdominal wall reconstructions may require a short hospital stay.
How long before I can return to work at a physical job?
Typically two to four weeks for a routine repair, longer for large ventral or incisional hernias. Dr. Shakir provides a timeline and a work note based on your job.
Do you see patients from Fulshear and Cinco Ranch?
Yes. The Katy office is the closest location for Fulshear, Cinco Ranch, Cross Creek Ranch, and Brookshire, about 10 to 20 minutes via FM 1093 or the Westpark Tollway.
My hernia was repaired elsewhere and has come back. Can you help?
Yes. Recurrent hernias are a regular part of the practice. Bring your previous operative report and any imaging. See recurrent hernia repair.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Photo ID, insurance card, a list of medications, any prior imaging or operative reports, and your questions. Wear clothing that allows an abdominal and groin examination.
Is there a Sugar Land office as well?
Yes, at 17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479. Patients can be seen at whichever office is more convenient.
Schedule a Hernia Consultation in Katy
If you have noticed a groin or abdominal bulge, pain with lifting, or a hernia that has returned, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Murtaza Shakir at the Katy office.
A consultation can help determine:
- Whether your symptoms are caused by a hernia
- Whether repair is advisable now or observation is reasonable
- Which technique — open, laparoscopic, or robotic — fits you
- Whether mesh will be used and why
- When you can return to work, lifting, and exercise
Serving patients throughout: Katy • Cinco Ranch • Fulshear • Brookshire • Richmond • West Houston