S2E25 - The differences between Hernias and Diastasis Recti

What is the difference between a hernia and diastasis recti? Many confuse the two and at times get procedures for a hernia when in reality they have diastasis recti. There is a lot confusion in this area and even the medical field don’t seem to have a consensus. To clarify some of these important issues and to help those patients that might dealing with this, Dr. Rady dedicates this episode to Hernia versus diastasis recti. Joining him is the world-renowned expert in hernia repair, Dr. Shirin Towfigh. Our guest has devoted her entire career to abdominal wall reconstruction and has pushed the field to the limits. Together they discuss the differences between the two procedures and the options that are available. Executive Producer: Maria Lopez Alvarez Instagram: @DrRadyRahban Facebook: @RadyRahbanMD Radyrahban.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com ✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored: ✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. ✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us. ✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education: Instagram: @drradyrahban TikTok: @radyrahbanMD YouTube: @Rady Rahban Facebook: @Rady Rahban ✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life. 🎙️ Plastic Surgery Uncensored: Real talk. Real patients. Real results.