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For nearly three decades, our practice has cared for patients throughout the San Fernando Valley, Simi Valley, and surrounding communities — first as Candela and Schreier Surgical Group, and now, following Dr. Candela’s retirement, as Schreier Robotic Surgery. The name has changed.  What hasn’t is the same commitment to advanced surgical care, the same personal […]

Common concerns about hernia mesh include:   Some people worry about potential complications associated with hernia mesh.   However, it’s essential to recognize that while these risks exist, they are relatively rare. In fact, studies have shown that the majority of patients who undergo hernia repair with mesh experience successful outcomes with minimal complications. Allergic Reaction

Robotic Surgery Open House Event: A robotic surgery open house event at West Hills Hospital and Medical Ceter entitled: “Robotics to Recovery” took place in early May.  The robotic surgery open house at West Hills Hospital focused on robotic surgery capabilities and showcased how West Hills Hospital is a technology leader in the San Fernando

Is there a robot in surgery when robotic surgery is performed? We asked ChatGPT4 AI to discuss whether robotic surgery is truly robotic surgery. The future will likely see AI as a part of medial diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.  Perhaps even and AI physician will be the initial interaction patients have with their health care system. 

Dr. David Schreier receives recognition for being voted “Physician of the Quarter” by the Medical Staff at West Hills Hospital and Medical Center

Last month’s blog detailed types of Inguinal or groin hernia repair.  This month will cover hernia surgery recovery and frequently asked questions about postoperative care. Most hernia operations are performed as an outpatient.  This means that you are brought to the hospital or surgical center by a family member or friend and admitted.  Once admitted,

  After reading “Hernia 101” you may suspect you need an Inguinal or Groin Hernia Repair.  What should you do next?   How is “inguinal” pronounced, anyway? First, if one needs an inguinal hernia repair, there is a matter of pronunciation.  The most common groin hernia is an inguinal hernia (though it can also be

Inflammation of the Pancreas The pancreas is a  gland located in the center and upper part of the abdomen.  It is located next to the stomach and middle part of the large intestine. When the pancreas becomes inflamed, the condition is called pancreatitis. The pancreas makes enzymes that flow through the pancreatic duct or tube,