Provider Details

Benjamin Gulbrand
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  • Medical School

    St. George's University School of Medicine

  • Residency

    Carle Foundation Hospital

  • Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery

  • Groups

  • Hendricks Regional Health Medical Group

Benjamin Gulbrand, M.D.

Complex Hernia Repair, Surgery, General, Surgery, Robotic

Biography

My Care Philosophy

I believe patients deserve the full spectrum of modern surgical care—from watchful waiting when appropriate to advanced robotic techniques when surgery is the right choice.

  • Minimally invasive first, whenever safe and effective
  • Personalized planning based on your anatomy and goals
  • Clear education so you feel confident at every step

Comprehensive care for all types of abdominal wall hernias – from simple to complex.

I specialize in advanced minimally invasive and robotic hernia repair, including treatment of large or recurrent hernias and abdominal wall reconstruction when needed. I am proud to offer cutting-edge techniques available from only a select number of surgeons in the Indianapolis area.

Conditions I Treat

Abdominal Wall (Ventral) Hernias
  • Umbilical and peri-umbilical hernias
  • Epigastric hernias
  • Incision/ventral hernias
  • Recurrent and complex hernias
  • Diastasis and abdominal wall weakness (select cases)
Hiatal and Paraesophageal Hernias
  • Hiatal hernia with GERD
  • Paraesophageal hernia (types II-IV)
  • Reflux surgery evaluation
Related Foregut Conditions
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Dysphagia due to anatomic hernia
Other Surgical Conditions
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Colon cancer, diverticulitis and other colonic disease
  • Small bowel disease: benign and malignant
  • Conditions affecting the spleen and adrenal glands
  • Skin and soft tissue tumors, cysts, lesions

Questions about hernia repair surgery? Learn answers to commonly asked questions.

Hernia Surgery FAQs

Treatments & Techniques

Tailored Surgical Options
  • Robotic transabdominal preperitoneal (TAPP/TARUP) and retromuscular repairs (eTEP approaches)
  • Component separation and myofascial release when needed for complex hernias
  • Mesh choices individualized to your anatomy and risk profile
  • Hiatal hernia repair with anti-reflux procedure when indicated
  • Careful consideration of non-operative management when appropriate
Why Minimally Invasive?
  • Smaller incisions and cosmetic benefit
  • Less pain medication required for most patients
  • Faster return to normal activity
  • Enhanced visualization for precise, durable repair

What to Expect

Consultation

We review your history, goals, imaging, and exam. I’ll explain options and answer your questions in plain language.

Customized Plan

Together we choose the safest, most durable approach—often minimally invasive/robotic—to match your hernia and lifestyle.

Smooth Recovery

You’ll receive clear instructions, pain‑control strategies, and return‑to‑activity timelines tailored to you.