Hernia Surgeon • Sugar Land, TX
Hernia Surgeon in Sugar Land, TX
Dr. Murtaza Shakir — Hernia Repair for Sugar Land and Fort Bend County
Sugar Land patients with a hernia have a board-certified general surgeon in their own community. Dr. Murtaza Shakir sees patients at 17510 W Grand Parkway South, Suite 320, at the southern end of Highway 99 near its junction with U.S. 59 (I-69), a short drive from First Colony, Riverstone, Telfair, Missouri City, and Stafford.
Board certified in General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology, Dr. Shakir repairs groin, umbilical, ventral, incisional, and recurrent hernias using open, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques. The Sugar Land office handles consultations, imaging review, and follow-up; surgery takes place at hospitals and surgical centers in Fort Bend County and southwest Houston.
This page explains what a Sugar Land hernia consultation involves, how Dr. Shakir chooses a repair, and the practical details of the office. The medical detail on each hernia type lives on the main hernia repair page and its supporting pages.
Board-Certified
General Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist
⭐ Rated 5 Stars
by Patients on Google
2 Convenient Locations
Katy & Sugar Land, TX
Sugar Land Office
17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320
Hernia Care in Sugar Land
Fort Bend County’s Hernia Surgeon
Serving the whole of Fort Bend
Sugar Land sits at the center of one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas, and the Sugar Land office was chosen to be reachable from all of it. Patients come from Missouri City and Stafford to the east, Richmond and Rosenberg to the west, Riverstone and Sienna to the south, and the Westchase and Southwest Houston neighborhoods up U.S. 59. For most, the office is within twenty minutes.
Many Sugar Land patients are referred by a primary care physician or gastroenterologist after a bulge is found on examination or a hernia is spotted on a CT scan done for something else. Others come in on their own after weeks of groin ache or a belly button that has started to protrude. Either way, the first visit is about confirming the diagnosis and deciding, together, whether and how to repair it.
What a Sugar Land hernia consultation covers
- Standing and lying examination of the groin and abdominal wall
- Review of any ultrasound or CT you already have, or arranging it locally
- Assessment of both sides for groin hernias
- Discussion of observation versus repair
- Choice of open, laparoscopic, or robotic technique, with reasons
- The mesh decision and what type would be used
- Anesthesia, same-day discharge, and where surgery will take place
- Recovery timeline tailored to your job and activity
- Insurance verification and scheduling before you leave
Most consultations take 30 to 45 minutes. Patients seeking a second opinion are welcome to bring prior operative reports.
Conditions Treated
Hernia Types Treated at the Sugar Land Office
Each hernia type has a full page describing symptoms, evaluation, and repair. In brief:
How the Repair Is Chosen
Open, Laparoscopic, or Robotic for Sugar Land Patients
Dr. Shakir performs all three techniques, so the choice is made on the merits of your hernia rather than the tool available.
01
Open Repair
One incision over the hernia with mesh reinforcement. A sound choice for a first-time, one-sided groin hernia or a small umbilical hernia, and it can be done under regional anesthesia for patients who prefer to avoid general anesthesia.
02
Laparoscopic Repair
Three small incisions; mesh placed behind the abdominal wall. Suited to bilateral groin hernias, groin hernias that recurred after open repair, and moderate ventral hernias. General anesthesia is required.
03
Robotic Repair
Same small incisions with wristed instruments and a magnified 3D view. Preferred for ventral, incisional, and complex hernias where the defect is sutured closed and mesh placed within the abdominal wall layers. More on robotic repair.
Sugar Land Residents: Think You Have a Hernia?
Hernias do not close on their own, and most are easier to repair early. A consultation at the Sugar Land office gives you a clear diagnosis and plan.
Details
Mesh, Surgery Day, and Recovery
Mesh and Surgery Day
Most adult hernia repairs use mesh because it lowers recurrence; non-mesh repair remains an option for some small hernias, and the choice is explained beforehand. Surgery is scheduled at a Fort Bend County or southwest Houston hospital or surgical center according to your insurance and the type of repair. Nearly all hernia operations are outpatient. Follow our pre-operative instructions for fasting and medications.
Recovery
A few days of soreness, walking from day one, 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 Sugar Land office. See post-operative care, our hernia recovery timeline, and when you can work out again.
Your Surgeon
Meet Your Sugar Land 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 been recognized by Houstonia Magazine among Houston’s top general surgeons and serves Sugar Land and Fort Bend County from the Grand Parkway office.
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 Sugar Land?
Board-Certified Surgical Expertise
Board certified in both General Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology.
Central to Fort Bend County
17510 W Grand Pkwy S, near Highway 99 and U.S. 59, reachable from every part of the county.
Open, Laparoscopic & Robotic
All three techniques, chosen by your hernia rather than by habit.
Second Opinions Welcome
Patients with a diagnosis from elsewhere, or a hernia that has come back, are seen readily.
Practical Recovery Planning
Return-to-work and activity timelines matched to what you actually do.
Katy Office Too
A second office at 410 W Grand Pkwy S for patients north of the Westpark Tollway.
Location
Hernia Surgeon in Sugar Land, TX
Sugar Land Office
Hernia consultations, imaging review, pre-operative visits, and follow-up are held here. Surgery is performed at Fort Bend County and southwest Houston hospitals and surgical centers.
Surgical Associates of Southern Texas
17510 W Grand Pkwy S
Suite 320
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Serving Sugar Land, Missouri City, Stafford, Richmond, Rosenberg, Riverstone, Sienna, and Southwest Houston.
Getting to the Sugar Land Office
From First Colony, Telfair, and Riverstone: Highway 6 or University Boulevard to Grand Parkway (Highway 99); the office is on the west side of 99 south of U.S. 59.
From Missouri City and Stafford: U.S. 59 south to Grand Parkway, or Highway 6 west.
From Richmond and Rosenberg: U.S. 59 north to Grand Parkway.
Free parking is available at the building. Our Katy office is an alternative for patients north of the Westpark Tollway. See all locations or contact us.
Patient Reviews
What Fort Bend Patients Say About Dr. Shakir
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.
Lydia Dennis
Sugar Land · Robotic Gallbladder Removal
My gastroenterologist referred me to Dr Shakir as an option for my gallbladder removal, and I’m so glad he did. From the initial consultation to today’s post-op appointment with Dr Shakir and his staff, everything went very smoothly. He did the robotic laparoscopic removal and the incisions look amazing. Dr Shakir is knowledgeable, efficient, and professional. I hope I don’t need a general surgeon in the future, but if I do, I’d 100% book another surgery with him.
See what more patients are saying about their experience with Dr. Shakir.
FAQ
Sugar Land Hernia Questions
Where is the Sugar Land hernia office?
17510 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 320, Sugar Land, TX 77479, on Highway 99 south of U.S. 59. Call 713-955-9191 to schedule.
Which hospitals are used for Sugar Land patients?
Surgery is performed at hospitals and surgical centers in Fort Bend County and southwest Houston, selected according to your insurance and the type of repair. All clinic visits are at the Sugar Land office.
Do you see patients from Missouri City and Stafford?
Yes. Both are about 10 to 15 minutes from the office via U.S. 59 or Highway 6.
I was told I have a hernia on a CT scan but have no symptoms. Do I need surgery?
Not necessarily. Some small, painless hernias can be watched. Dr. Shakir will examine you and explain whether observation or repair is the better path.
Can I have robotic hernia surgery in Sugar Land?
Yes. Robotic, laparoscopic, and open repair are all offered, and the recommendation is based on your hernia and history.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
New consultations are usually available within a few days. A hernia that is painful, firm, or will not reduce is seen urgently.
Is a referral required?
Usually not, though some HMO plans require one. Our office checks your benefits before your visit.
How long will I be off work after hernia repair?
Desk work about a week; physical work two to four weeks; longer for large ventral or incisional repairs. A work note with restrictions is provided.
Do you repair hernias that have come back after surgery elsewhere?
Yes. Bring your previous operative report and imaging. See recurrent hernia repair.
Can women be treated for groin hernias here?
Yes. Groin hernias in women are less common and can be harder to diagnose, and they are usually repaired once found because of a higher risk of becoming trapped.
What if I live closer to Katy?
Dr. Shakir also sees patients at 410 W Grand Pkwy S, Suite 4D, Katy, TX 77494. Choose whichever office is more convenient.
What should I bring to the first visit?
Photo ID, insurance card, medication list, and any prior imaging or surgical records. Wear clothing that allows a groin and abdominal examination.
Schedule a Hernia Consultation in Sugar Land
If you have a groin or abdominal bulge, pain with lifting, or a hernia found on a scan, schedule an evaluation with Dr. Murtaza Shakir at the Sugar Land office.
A consultation can help determine:
- Whether your symptoms are caused by a hernia
- Whether repair is advisable now or watching is reasonable
- Which technique fits your hernia and health
- Whether mesh will be used and why
- When you can return to work and activity
Serving patients throughout: Sugar Land • Missouri City • Stafford • Richmond • Rosenberg • Southwest Houston