Testimonials

March 8, 2024

Excellent experience! Flawless procedure and recovery. From the initial consult to surgery and recovery, everything and every staff member/team were efficient and caring. If you know anyone who needs a hernia procedure, do them a favor and recommend them to Boston Hernia I promise they'll thank you afterward! I know first-hand that I cannot thank the friend who recommended me.   From Google Reviews


March 8, 2024

I had Dr Reinhorn perform my inguinal surgery last week. My second with him. The procedure went flawlessly. Hernias are his specialty and he’s excellent at repairing them. His staff is extremely well organized making sure everything goes as planned. I was sore for about a day, taking Tylenol and Ibuprofen, but after that was I moving around without much discomfort at all. He’s very knowledgable, easy to talk to and is an incredibly talented surgeon.   From Google Reviews


March 5, 2024

My experience with Dr. Reinhorn and his team was exceptional, I highly recommend them! When I found out I had an inguinal hernia my PCP referred me to a general surgeon in the same group practice. I did not get a good vibe and researched the topic. My research led me to Boston Hernia and the team of Dr. Michael Reinhorn and PA Lauren Ott. There were well over 100 5-star testimonial reviews vs. less than 10 mediocre reviews where I had been referred. The fast recovery open procedure that was available as the recommended option intrigued me. I read the reviews and scientific studies, as well as listened to the common-sense videos available on the website. I became convinced that I wanted to entrust myself to a surgical team that does around 500 procedures a year vs. a general surgeon that does far fewer using a laparoscopic approach with general anesthesia. I am writing this review five weeks post-surgery and I have been back to normal activities, including the gym for the past three weeks. The procedure went very well – I was out of the hospital in 3 hours. Tylenol and Motrin was all that I needed for a few days for mild pain. I started walking as recommended and within a week increased to 10,000 steps a day as part of my recovery. Five weeks post-surgery I have no pain and barely a scar from the procedure. If there is any negative aspect to report, it is that Dr. Reinhorn no longer accepts Medicare; however, this was explained in detail when I made my initial appointment. I understand the reasoning and chose to move forward – and I am very happy that I did.   From Vitals.com


March 1, 2024

Dr. Reinhorn and his team were excellent! I highly recommend him for hernia surgery. I couldn't ask for a better experience. I had surgery for an inguinal hernia and after 3 weeks I am back to regular activities. This was my first surgery and the really put me at ease!   From Healthgrades.com


March 1, 2024

Dr Fullington repaired my inguinal hernia several months ago and it could not have gone better. She and her PA, Lauren, were very professional and thorough at every stage -- in their initial explanations of the procedure, their care and skill during the procedure, and the followup. I only used ibuprofen and acetaminophen for 3 days after the operation and was walking several miles daily within a few days. I highly recommend this team at Boston Hernia and Newton Wellesley Hospital.   From Vitals.com


January 15, 2024

Excellent experience! Flawless procedure and recovery. From the initial consult to surgery and recovery, everything and every staff member/team were efficient and caring. If you know anyone who needs a hernia procedure, do them a favor and recommend them to Boston Hernia I promise they'll thank you afterward! I know first-hand that I cannot thank the friend who recommended me. From Google Reviews.


January 13, 2024

I am so pleased that I chose Dr. Reinhorn to do my inguinal hernia surgery. He and his staff are very good at what they do. After 3 weeks, I'm fully recovered and able to function again with ease. I never had much pain at all. If you're contemplating having surgery, don't wait and let Dr. Reinhorn take care of you.
From Google Reviews.


January 3, 2024

Very Happy!
It is always best to pick a doctor that has extensive experience with the specific surgical procedure you are planning to have done. So glad I found Dr Fullington and Boston Hernia. Excellent communication and answered all my questions prior to surgery (they also have a great website with lots of info and an extensive FAQ). Glad that my inguinal hernia repair included posterior mesh placement and only local anesthesia with a sedative. Recovery was relatively quick and I only had to take NSAIDs for a few days. Wonderful care while I was at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. Thank you Dr Fullington for your excellent work!   From healthgrades.com


December 22, 2023

Excellent Experience
I had several concerns about having hernia surgery such as post operative pain, infection and the like. Dr. Reinhorn was very thorough in explaining the procedure and the expectations for recovery. I had minimal post operative pain and have been able to resume all of my normal activities less than six weeks out. Dr. Reinhorn and his team are truly top notch. They have perfected hernia repair!   From healthgrades.com


November 15, 2023

Dr. Reinhorn is THE SURGEON for hernia repairs.
There are many excellent surgeons in the Boston metro area, however, Dr. Reinhorn is second-to-none for hernia repairs. I am an anesthesiologist and have worked with hundreds of surgeons over the course of my career. I specifically chose Dr. Reinhorn for his surgical technique, expedited recovery protocol, and ongoing quality improvement endeavors. My experience with him on the 'other side' of the equation, as a patient myself, exceeded all of these expectations. Also, he's a really nice person with an excellent and helpful office staff.   From healthgrades.com


October 26, 2023

Outstanding
Dr. Reinhorn and the entire Boston Hernia Center staff made my first inguinal hernia procedure seamless and successful. Dr. Reinhorn was considerate and took time to answer all of my questions. He provided a clear explanation of all aspects of the procedure and his surgery was outstanding.   From healthgrades.com


October 16, 2023

Dr Fullington took the time to answer all my questions. She is a wonderful doctor and would highly recommend her for surgery.

  From vitals.com


August 23, 2023

Shouldice Repair In March of last year, I went to Dr. Reinhorn for a Shouldice no-mesh repair of a left inguinal hernia. Not only did he get the job done, but he got it done in style--during the worst pandemic in American history. I returned to him a month ago for a Shouldice repair on my right side, with similar, excellent results. His entire team is first-rate, as is Newton-Wellesley Hospital, where he performed the surgeries. One last thing: He plays great music in the OR! From Google


August 10, 2023

  I am just a little over a month out of my hernia operation with Dr. Reinhorn, and I cannot say enough great things about him, the staff at Boston Hernia, as well as the medical staff and anesthesiologist at Newton Wellesley Hospital where I had my double hernia repaired. Dr. Reinhorn is not only a phenomenal and gifted surgeon, he is also a gentleman and is compassionate and empathetic. He took the time to answer all of my questions and reassured me that everything should be straightforward. I talked to many friends who had hernia operations at other hospitals with other surgeons, and they all warned me that I would need “at least a week off” from work afterwards and that I would be in excruciating pain. Dr. Reinhard told me that he performs hernia operations in a slightly different way that minimizes the discomfort afterwards- and he was 100% correct! I was actually ready to go back to work the next day, but I took it easy for the next few days anyway since I had already planned on taking the time off. But I had virtually no pain or discomfort at all. Everything has healed beautifully, and Dr. Reinhorn and followed up with me to be sure everything went well. I then went back to all of my other friends and told them that if they ever need another hernia surgery they should drop where they went to previously and go to Dr. Reinhorn instead. Cannot believe I am saying this about a surgery: But it was actually a wonderful experience. From Google


September 23, 2023

If you need hernia surgery, do yourself a favor and go with Boston Hernia. I researched ahead of my surgery and canceled my original surgeon after hearing about Boston Hernia and they did not disappoint. Dr. Reinhorn will explain everything in layman's terms and his assistant Dr. Ott is also excellent. From Google


September 22, 2023

Dr. Fullington and her staff were amazing throughout the process. I was able to have the initial visit (with details explained to me) and the procedure done as soon as I wanted, no long wait. Surgery was fine, was home after a few hours, pain was manageable with just Tylenol & Motrin and I received follow up call the next day to check on me. After a few weeks, I was almost back to normal, except the heavy lifting. I would highly recommend Dr. Fullington as all of my concerns which I may have had regarding this surgery disappeared afterwards! From Google reviews


September 22, 2023

Dr.Fullington and her entire practice are wonderful. From my first visit to my final, post surgery, follow-up visit, I felt I was in the hands of a great surgeon and a caring and professional team of top-notch hernia specialists. They did their homework, reviewed my medical history and decided on the best procedure for me. The surgery went well with no post-op pain, only a bit of discomfort. Now, 5 1/2 weeks out, I am feeling great. Thank you, Dr. Fullington, Dr. Reinhorn and the team at Boston Hernia. From Google reviews


September 22, 2023

100% living up to expectations. Excellent communicator, both Dr Fullington and her team. Everyone felt confident in themselves and the surgery they were about to perform. They lived up to that confidence. I had minimal pain after surgery. They gave me advice on what to do post op both short and long term. By accepting those guidelines, I had a full recovery quite quickly.


September 12, 2023

Awesome experience and outcome.
I am a physician who lives in Florida. I have had previous laparoscopic hernia repair on the other side which was performed by a colleague of mine who is a general surgeon. That surgery went well and I had no post-operative problems. This time around I decided to find a surgeon who specializes in hernia repair with extensive experience, much more than most local general surgeons. After doing extensive research and weighing the pros and cons, I decided to have the Fast Recovery Inguinal Hernia Repair which is performed by Dr. Reinhorn. In particular, I felt that surgery without the need for general anesthesia, the ability to place mesh behind the abdominal wall, the unlikely need for post-op opioid pain medication, and shorter recovery time were strong reasons to choose this surgery. I am so glad that I chose Dr. Reinhorn and his team! I can't say enough about the level of professionalism, skill and care. I highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his team. You will not be disappointed!  Bob L. Florida from Healthgrades.com


August 24, 2023

Perfectly done.
My experience with Dr. Reinhorn from start to finish was the best experience I’ve ever had with a doctor. Dr Reinhorn is a very professional, knowledgeable, answered all my questions. If you have a hernia this is the doctor you want to see. My wife had the same experience couple years ago.  From Healthgrades


August 23, 2023

I recently had bilateral inguinal hernia surgery with Dr. Reinhorn. Everything went exactly as planned, no opioids required and the recovery was straightforward and exactly on the timeline described by Dr. Reinhorn and the Boston Hernia website. I could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend this organization. From Google


August 22, 2023

I have had four hernia operations in last forty-seven years, each with a different surgeon. The first was in 1976 and I was in hospital for five days. The most recent was done by Dr Reinhorn at NWH and from the time I left my house to the time I returned after surgery was less than five hours. I had no pain and did not even take a Tylenol after returning home and the scar is the smallest of the four. Dr Reinhorn is the best. From Google


August 19, 2023

I found Boston Hernia online and talked to Dr. Reinhorn in his office. The operation of fixing was in Newton-Wellesley Hospital by Dr. Fullington. A piece of mesh is used. I experienced almost no any pain and had no pain reducing either prescribed or OTC medicine at all after the surgery. At 76 years old, I started drive 3 days after operation and start physical exercises after 2 weeks. After 4 weeks, everything looks good so far as expected. I believe Dr. Fullington did excellent job. From Helathgrades.com


August 11, 2023

One of the most competent Dr's you'll ever find
I recently had bilateral inguinal hernia surgery with Dr. Reinhorn. Everything went exactly as planned, no opioids required and the recovery was straightforward and exactly on the timeline described by Dr. Reinhorn and the Boston Hernia website. I could not have asked for a better experience and highly recommend this organization. From Healthgrades.com


August 9, 2023

Inguinal Hernia
From the moment I read about Dr. Reinhorn online to the post-op visit ,Dr. Reinhorn, Dr. Fullington and entire staff were the most professional group of associates with whom I had the pleasure of interacting. Despite reading and re-reading all information regarding the operation, I was a bit anxious; however everyone allayed any fears about the procedure. I am 100% pleased with the outcome. Kudos to everyone.


August 6, 2023

I am just a little over a month out of my hernia operation with Dr. Reinhorn, and I cannot say enough great things about him, the staff at Boston Hernia, as well as the medical staff and anesthesiologist at Newton Wellesley Hospital where I had my double hernia repaired. Dr. Reinhorn is not only a phenomenal and gifted surgeon, he is also a gentleman and is compassionate and empathetic. He took the time to answer all of my questions and reassured me that everything should be straightforward. I talked to many friends who had hernia operations at other hospitals with other surgeons, and they all warned me that I would need “at least a week off” from work afterwards and that I would be in excruciating pain. Dr. Reinhard told me that he performs hernia operations in a slightly different way that minimizes the discomfort afterwards- and he was 100% correct! I was actually ready to go back to work the next day, but I took it easy for the next few days anyway since I had already planned on taking the time off. But I had virtually no pain or discomfort at all. Everything has healed beautifully, and Dr. Reinhorn and followed up with me to be sure everything went well. I then went back to all of my other friends and told them that if they ever need another hernia surgery they should drop where they went to previously and go to Dr. Reinhorn instead. Cannot believe I am saying this about a surgery: but it was actually a wonderful experience. From Google


August 1, 2023

Inguinal Surgery
Dr. Reinhorn is an outstanding surgeon. Very professional and knowledgeable. Performed the quick recovery hernia surgery which was very successful with minimal discomfort. I had two previous hernia surgeries done by my hometown surgeon and had a very difficult recovery. I did not want to take a chance on another difficult recovery so I did my research and found Dr. Reinhorn and knew I wanted him to repair my third hernia. He is truly an exceptional surgeon and I highly recommend him. I do want to give a shout out to his Surgery Coordinator, Jackie. She was a very big help to me and deserves to be commended! From Healthgrades


July 29, 2023

My husband had inguinal hernia surgery in June. My decades of experience as a health care professional allowed me to evaluate the full scope of his care from the initial appointment to the post surgery visit with Dr Reinhorn . This is a top notch practice in every respect. From  Google


June 23, 2023

Truly a Gem
After a difficult month of barely being able to eat, I came to Dr. Fullington's office in an anxious state but was immediately put at ease by her staff and then by the doctor's warm and sincere approach. She was not only concerned about relieving me of my discomfort but knew I was due to have a family vacation to celebrate my 50th wedding anniversary. She arranged to perform the surgery two days after my consultation, to give me enough time to recover for my trip. Her surgical work was meticulous, as I now have small, neat incisions, and I am back to feeling like myself and eating without incident. Most of all, when I needed to return to Newton-Wellesley Hospital for an unrelated issue, she and her assistant sought me out in the ER to check on me. I could not have asked for better treatment and would recommend Dr. Fullington to anyone seeking a skilled, compassionate, and overall delightful surgeon.


June 4, 2023

Can't say enough good things
Very pleasant and professional. The procedure went off without a hitch, and the recovery has been swift and successful. Any time I called with a question I was able to talk to someone, or someone, including Dr. Fullington, got back to me. I am very pleased with Dr. Fullington's care, attentiveness and ability. I had never had surgery before, and Dr. Fullington and her staff made the entire process as easy and comfortable as possible. I live 50 miles away from Boston, but my experience with Dr. Fullington and her staff made whatever inconvenience I may have incurred a non-factor. I highly recommend them.


May 23, 2023

Dr. Nora Fullington and Kortney Elizabeth Hodgson, PA-C were both incredibly helpful, informative and professional throughout the entire process. They went out of their way to accomodate my requests and answer any questions. I had minimal pain after surgery, followed their post-op directions and after the 2-week recovery period, felt back to normal. Overall if you're looking for a place to go, look no further. I would highly recommend this team. From Google


May 21, 2023

Dr Nora Fullington did an excellent job on my hernia. It was in a difficult spot and she had no problem doing the job. I would highly recommend her to a new patient or any patient that is having a need for a hernia operation. She is one of the best Doctors I have ever come in contact with! From google


May 9, 2023

Starting with the moment you say”I would like an appointment…”, to the moment you wake up at Newton Wellesley Hospital and beyond, Dr Reinhorn & company go way beyond the hopefully expected, to make the entire experience surprisingly pleasant! It’s as if everyone working at Boston Hernia is committed to getting you the care you need in the shortest amount of time possible. Thanks to everyone at Boston Hernia, I’m looking forward to an active and pain free summer. From Healthgrades


May 3, 2023

Having Dr. Fullington as my first experience with a surgeon was excellent. She was able to consult with me within a week. When we met she was empathetic and patiently listened to me, and provided me with the right level of information to make my decision to move forward with the surgery. My procedure went without any problems and I recovered very quickly thanks to her expertise. I would highly recommend her to anyone without question.   From Google reviews


April 27, 2023

I had my inguinal hernia procedure six weeks ago with Dr Reinhorn. I had had the hernia for 2 1/2 years so it was pretty large. Everything went well at Newton Wellesley. Followed all post- op instructions and progressed nicely. Any discomfort has gone away and I am back to normal activities. Thank you Dr Reinhorn and all involved at the hospital.   From vitals.com


April 11, 2023

Performed Bilateral Inguinal Hernia procedure. Thorough pre-op instructions, and problem free post-surgery recovery. The best possible outcome has been experienced. Clearly, I give the highest recommendation for Dr Fullington to prospective patients. Do not waste your time considering other surgeons.   From healthgrades.com


March 30, 2023

The team of Dr Michael Reinhorn & PA Lauren Ott provided an exceptional surgical experience. The initial interview, included a thorough, unhurried exam; careful, complete explanation of my recommended surgery; and answers to all my questions. I left feeling alleviated of my fears & reassured. The day of surgery, the.team calmly prepared me them employed their unparalleled medical skills to provide a highly successful surgery with minimal discomfort afterwards. Lauren’s 2-week follow up exam & visit confirmed that my recuperation was following a normal progression: that any minor twinges, bulges or sensations were well within expectable ranges and would continue to dissipate. In addition, the Boston Hernia website provides very complete information for the patient to review. If you or a family member are facing hernia surgery, I most heartily recommend Dr Michael Reinhorn and PA Lauren Ott.   From vitals.com


March 24, 2023

I was referred to Dr. Fullington by my PCP. I was seen initially in May 2022 to examine a left inguinal hernia. I began having hernia pain in 2023 and had a follow-up visit with Dr. Fullington. She explained the procedure very thoroughly and I was scheduled for surgery in one month. Dr. Fullington met me in the day surgery suite at NWH and explained the process. The NMH staff was very friendly and efficient. I was treated very professionally. The procedure went smoothly and I was not in much pain at all. I needed only over the counter meds for pain for two days and felt very comfortable. I began walking the next day and felt little pain. I resumed my normal activities(running, biking, stretching, lifting weights) in two weeks. Incision is healing nicely and I was totally pleased with the professionalism and skill of Dr. Fullington and her staff. I would recommend Dr. Fullington to friends and family without reservation. From Healthgrades


March 24, 2023

It was a good experience from the office visit to the procedure. She and her team explained everything in detail and everything went seamlessly from start to finish. Very minimal pain after surgery. i would recommend Dr Fullington to anyone needing hernia surgery From Healthgrades


March 24, 2023

I am 78 years old. Dr. Reinhorn recently did my inguinal hernia surgery and I an very pleased with his work and the entire process at Newton Wellesley Hospital. It all couldn't have gone more smoothly and I was in and out of the hospital in only 2 1/2 hours. He was able to make me feel comfortable about the procedure before the surgery. He's a real 5 star doctor in my book !! From Healthgrades


March 24, 2023

I had a great experience with Dr. Reinhorn; from the first consultation, to the pre-op review, to surgery, and follow up, everything was explained in terms I understood, there were no surprises, and the surgery itself was flawless. I feel great, and I feel that if I did have a problem, there is a robust and readily available support system in place. I would strongly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his team to anyone considering hernia surgery; they were outstanding. From Healthgrades


March 24, 2023

My experience with Dr. Reinhorn from stat to finish was the best experience I’ve ever had with a doctor. Dr Reinhorn was very professional, personable, knowledgeable, on time, answered all my questions, did not rush my appointment all in all a great guy. If you have a hernia this is the guy you want to see. From Healthgrades


March 24, 2023

Surgery went very well with very little pain afterwards. Would recommend Dr Fullington for this type surgery anytime From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

Dr. Fullington is very professional -- great outcome with quick recovery. From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

Excellent care, Dr. Fullington is a talented surgeon, great bedside manner. Thank you :) From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

It has been about six weeks since my surgery. I waited for over three years to address the hernia simply because I dreaded the surgery and read about too many issues resulting from it. As a result my hernia became very large and more painful. Luckily, I researched and discovered Dr. Reinhorn and his hernia practice that specializes in hernia repair. He was reasuring, kind and I felt in very good hands because he is so well qualified. I went through a day surgery at the surgery center. Everyone was respectful and caring. My fears were quickly allayed once I was there and felt in such competent care with the whole team. Dr. Reinhorn explained that day how the surgery would go and what to expect after surgery including any swelling or pain so that I wouldn’t freak out. The first week I only needed Advil/Tylenol for the pain. Dr. Reinhorn and his assistant did a fantastic job, the scar was minimal, and now it is barely noticeable, and after two weeks the swelling went down and I felt almost back to normal. Now I am back working out, weight lifting and running, and my abdomen looks like it did before the hernia. There is only a little tenderness which is slowly getting better. I only wish I had done this procedure three years ago as it would have saved me so much anxiety, pain, and depression. Dr. Reinhorn and his team are the best and I am so grateful to them for my great care and results! From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

I cannot say enough positives about my experience with Dr. Reinhorn and his entire team. An incredibly skilled surgeon who has bedside manner. He is grounded and he relates to patients in a way a lot of doctors cannot. He's talented, relatable and one of the best docs I've ever been involved with, surgery or otherwise. From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

Thanks so much to Dr. Reinhorn, Lauren Ott and the Boston Hernia staff for my successful inguinal hernia repair on 1/20/2023. Everyone was kind, considerate and professional. My recovery was fast and without pain or discomfort. Thanks again, Ken T. From Google Reviews


March 24, 2023

My initial research found their website to be very comprehensive and informative which answered most of my questions. My appointment with Lauren and Dr. Fullington was very thorough but personable and reassuring. My wife and I left feeling comfortable and confident that we had made the right decision. Dr Reinhorn performed the surgery at Newton Wellesley Hospital and everything was first class. All the personnel and medical staff were professional and efficient. There was never any "down time" and the entire process was run like a well-drilled team. I checked in at 7:00am and was out by 12:30pm. Prior to the surgery Dr. Reinhorn came by to speak to me and my wife and explained exactly what he was going to do. He answered all our questions and the bilateral hernia surgery was completed without anything unexpected. There was no grogginess or pain. I only took acetaminophen and ibuprofen and was out walking the next day. A very positive experience! From Google Reviews


March 16, 2023

I was referred to Dr. Fullington by my PCP. I was seen initially in May 2022 to examine a left inguinal hernia. I began having hernia pain in 2023 and had a follow-up visit with Dr. Fullington. She explained the procedure very thoroughly and I was scheduled for surgery in one month. Dr. Fullington met me in the day surgery suite at NWH and explained the process. The NMH staff was very friendly and efficient. I was treated very professionally. The procedure went smoothly and I was not in much pain at all. I needed only over the counter meds for pain for two days and felt very comfortable. I began walking the next day and felt little pain. I resumed my normal activities(running, biking, stretching, lifting weights) in two weeks. Incision is healing nicely and I was totally pleased with the professionalism and skill of Dr. Fullington and her staff. I would recommend Dr. Fullington to friends and family without reservation.   From healthgrades.com


February 22, 2023

insightful, respectful of time, informative and very friendly thorough accessible and talented. incredible PAs very responsive to email (patient gateway) inquiries. great practice all around


February 20, 2023

Doctor Nora Fullington at Boston Hernia is simply amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking hernia repair. I am three weeks out from having Advanced Open Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernia surgery, and am still in disbelief that I had zero pain at any point following surgery. Friends find it hard to believe, but it’s true! I used no opioid meds, just acetaminophen and ibuprofen in combination, as directed. I am now fully recovered, per my post-op visit, when I was cleared to resume my normal activities. I am so pleased that I found Dr. Fullington. You can look no further for an outstanding hernia surgeon. My heartfelt thanks to her, and to her assistant, Kortney. They are wonderful. My thanks, too, to the surgical team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. They were remarkable.   From vitals.com


February 20, 2023

Doctor Nora Fullington at Boston Hernia is simply amazing. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking hernia repair. I am three weeks out from having Advanced Open Preperitoneal Inguinal Hernia surgery, and am still in disbelief that I had zero pain at any point following surgery. Friends find it hard to believe, but it’s true! I used no opioid meds, just acetaminophen and ibuprofen in combination, as directed. I am now fully recovered, per my post-op visit, when I was cleared to resume my normal activities. I am so pleased that I found Dr. Fullington. You can look no further for an outstanding hernia surgeon. My heartfelt thanks to her, and to her assistant, Kortney. They are wonderful. My thanks, too, to the surgical team at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. They were remarkable.   From vitals.com


February 16, 2023

Post-op pain was negligible and easily managed The work done was perfect with very little swelling and even at 3 weeks, you have to look for the scar. My recovery has been quite rapid. Dr. Fullington clearly knows hernia repair top-to-bottom and back-to-front. She is clearly a very talented surgeon and very warm, funny and personable. She is very interested in her patients' well being and this shows through without being paraded. I give her top marks all around.


February 15, 2023

Dr. Fullington is *the* surgeon to fix your hernia. She is very talented and personable. She did perfect work on me and my recovery has been rapid and pain free. I give her tops marks all around.   From vitals.com


January 12, 2023

Dr Fullington did an outstanding job of explaining the hernia surgery process every step of the way. All of the staff did the same and were so helpful. I am back up and running 100% on the time table explained to me. I couldn't be more pleased with my new quality of life and new found physicality.


November 29, 2022

Dr Reinhorn and the entire staff at Boston Hernia Center were great. Dr Reinhorn has exceptional experience, skill and results - a significant differentiator in the physician selection process. The entire team continuously demonstrated a high degree of professionalism throughout every phase: pre-surgery; surgery; and post-surgery. I feel very fortunate to have had such and impressive doctor and competent medical team.   From healthgrades.com


November 28, 2022

The experience with Dr Reinhorn and the entire staff at Boston Hernia Center could not have been better. The degree of professionalism was exceptional at every phase - pre-surgery, surgery andpost-surgery. I selected Dr Reinhorn because of his impressive experience, skill and results. I feel very fortunate to be in such capable hands.


October 4, 2022

Dr Reinhorn and Lauren were great performing my hernia surgery. No one wants surgery but they get an A+. The surgery was done at Boston Out-Patient Surgical Suites. Much better than a hospital. From start to finish it was an excellent experience. From vitals.com


August 25, 2022

Dr. Reinhorn is an incredibly skilled surgeon. He repaired my femoral hernia. The results from surgery were immediate. I had little to no recovery pain and felt completely back to normal within one week. Most importantly, my quality of life has improved significantly since surgery. No more discomfort and pain from my hernia, which means I can sleep through the night. I feel a lot stronger physically and feel like this surgery has changed my life. I would highly recommend Dr Reinhorn. From healthgrades.com


August 1, 2022

I had a wonderful experience from the day I met Dr. Fullington in her office. She is kind, patient, empathetic and listens to your concerns and needs. I had thoroughly read the website, which helped with our conversation. The website is extremely detailed. I had a very bad experience in my late teens, so I was extra nervous. Dr. Fullington created a plan and my surgery went very well and the recovery was really a breeze. I did this without any pain medication. I had a scar from a c-section and as I noticed myself heal and the bruising go away, I noticed that Dr. Fullington aligned the scar with my c-section, so that I did not have an additional scar. I found this to be so thoughtful. If you need a hernia repair, Dr. Fulington is the doctor to see. I was a little nervous waiting to go into the OR and Dr. Fullington came and talked to me for a bit before we went in. I have no recollection of anything and I am completely healed without pain. The interesting part is I had a lot of pain before the surgery, so once I had the surgery even though I was healing from that, it was still less pain then before I had it. I hope this review helps other patients. I should add that the practice is very easy to work with and the communication is excellent. From Google reviews


July 30, 2022

I had put off addressing my hernia for some time, but its progression made it clear I had to do so. Dr. Reinhorn was recommended to me by a colleague who had also been a past patient for an inguinal hernia repair. Dr. Reinhorn was amazing from the beginning--clear, interested, and very knowledgeable about all aspects of the procedure. His staff was also very helpful and friendly. The surgery went extremely well and my recovery has been smooth. At the 3 week mark, I feel no limitations or pain except occasionally at the surgical site (normal). In short, I could not be more pleased--or relieved--with the care I received before, during or after. I highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn.


July 14, 2022

Excellent experience with hernia surgery. All extremely professional and organized. Dr. Fullington was great.


June 23, 2022

If you have a hernia, this is where you want to be! Great staff! From vitals.com


June 23, 2022

Dr. Reinhorn was great from my first consult right through to my post op follow up appointment. All of his support staff were great too. He has a good bedside manner but more importantly gave me a feeling of great confidence in his ability to take care of me. I came from Upstate New York and it was definitely worth the drive to have someone with his experience doing the surgery. From Google reviews


May 13, 2022

Very attentive to all questions and genuinely concerned about health and feelings of her patient. Seems to be completely focused on each patients individual needs so that they have a surgery designed specifically for them. Dr Fullington seemed to be ready for all possibilities to make sure that the operation went well and that the recovery was great and quick. Thank you to Dr Fullington and the staff of Boston Hernia.


May 13, 2022

Dr. Fullington and Anna were incredible. Very quick turnaround from consultation to surgery, and great follow-up afterward. Highly highly recommend.


April 6, 2022

Dr Reinhorn and his PA Lauren Ott performed surgery to repair a large inguinal hernia. The entire experience I had with everyone at Boston Hernia Center was excellent and exceeded my expectations. The information they gave me, and that was available on their website, explained exactly what was going to happen before, during and after the surgery. I had a few days of discomfort after the surgery that was controlled with over the counter medication and within 10 days I was feeling back to normal.


March 22, 2022

If you have a hernia, this is where you want to be! Great staff!

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March 8, 2022

This is the way medical care should be delivered! A first class organization.


January 27, 2022

Dr. Reinhorn did an inguinal hernia surgery on me. Absolutely excellent doctor, he assembled a very competent team of PAs. I had no post operation pain or any discomfort, the site healed well. Highly recommended.


January 27, 2022

Dr Reinhorn explained the procedure very well. He answered all my questions pre operation. I went to Boston Hernia because I was scheduled for surgery at another hospital, but when I was told there was a 10% chance of chronic pain post surgery, I canceled the surgery and went back to my primary care doctor to find out other options. He recommended Boston Hernia which has a much higher rate of success for this surgery. I went forward with surgery with Dr Reinhorn and am not experiencing any abnormal or chronic pain.


January 21, 2022

I would recommend Dr. Fullington unreservedly for hernia repair surgery. From my initial consultation through surgery and follow-up, Dr. Fullington genuinely cared about me as a patient. She was transparent and helpful in the consultation, incredibly skilled as a surgeon, was straightforward and clear in describing the various techniques for hernia repair, the recovery process, etc. My experience could not have been better: surgery was completed 2 weeks after my consult, I required zero prescription medication for recovery (ibuprofen and acetaminophen for ~3 days), and I was skiing 16 days after surgery.


January 6, 2022

Dr Fullington performed a hernia operation on me. She and her PA, Anna, did a wonderful job explaining the procedure prior to surgery and my follow up today with Dr Fullington was pleasant and thorough as well. The outcome was amazing! I had a previous hernia surgery on my other side and the recovery was much more difficult. The new technique used by Dr Fullington is a game changer! I highly recommend her to anyone requiring hernia surgery.


January 5, 2022

Dr Reinhorn and staff were great. He quickly diagnosed my problem (which had been overlooked by many other doctors) and walked me through the process in a very patient way. On the day of surgery the team was great, the process was easy, and I had my bilateral hernia repair. All went well and I am now 3.5 weeks out and continue to improve. One side had a bit more inflammation than the other and was a little more irritating in the first 7-10 days but all in all it is within the range of what I expected. A couple of days after surgery I did notice that difference in discomfort between the two sides and called the office to be sure it was normal and Dr Reinhorn made time for me within a few hours to have me in the office to confirm all was well and to quell my concerns. Indeed everything was fine, each case can be a bit different, and it just needed time to heal and each day has been better and better. I am now able to do most activities and will start athletic training again in two days.


December 23, 2021

Dr Fullington and her team where the best. I felt very comfortable in their care due to their knowledge, respect and professionalism. Thank you... Cheers!!


December 1, 2021

Dr Reinhorn is wonderful. Highly competent, very friendly, and did an excellent job on my hernia surgery.


November 24, 2021

Very attentive to all questions and genuinely concerned about health and feelings of her patient. Seems to be completely focused on each patients individual needs so that they have a surgery designed specifically for them. Dr Fullington seemed to be ready for all possibilities to make sure that the operation went well and that the recovery was great and quick. Thank you to Dr Fullington and the staff of Boston Hernia. From Google Reviews


October 21, 2021

Dr. Fullington's practice utilizes the two best hernia repair techniques available at present (October 2021), which you can confirm for yourself with some internet research. Fullington and her staff are kind, caring, and competent. As with any other human endeavor, "practice makes perfect": they have done thousands of hernia repairs, so it is no surprise that my repair went well. At every stage of the process -- pre-op, op, post-op -- what happened to me is exactly what they predicted would happen. Highest marks.   From Google reviews


September 30, 2021

Dr. Fullington was great! Very professional, explained all my options for hernia repair. The procedure was quick and I was back out walking 24h later and back to full exercise in 2 weeks. I would recommend!

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September 15, 2021

Dr. Reinhorn performed a Shouldice-method (mesh-free) repair of my inguinal hernia 5 weeks ago, and I’m very happy with the process and the results. During my initial consult, Dr. Reinhorn was unrushed with his examination, and patient with all my questions. The day of my surgery, I found all the clinic staff kind, professional, and thorough. The nurses who guided me through the prep were efficient yet unhurried, frequently checked in with me, and thoughtfully brought a blanket for my wife who was waiting with me in pre-op. The anesthesiologist, assisting surgeon, and Dr. Reinhorn all checked in with me, explained everything that was going to happen, and addressed any questions I had. My recovery has gone exactly as expected, or even better. Pain was very reasonably dealt with the recommended ibuprofen and acetaminophen. I certainly had no need for opioids, and I appreciate Dr. Reinhorn’s work in minimizing opioid usage for this procedure. I was able to move around my house and go out for a short walk the first day, and increased my activity a little each day. After 3+ days I probably could have worked my office job from home or reduced hours on-site if it was necessary, but I was very glad I was able to take 5 days off for rest and not being stuck in one position in a chair all day. I believe that initial rest helped with my fairly quick recovery. I followed the recommendation to wait 2 weeks before easing into activities like mountain biking and running sports. I took it very easy for the first sessions. I felt great, so I was back to full-intensity sports shortly after. I really knew I was feeling better when I happened to sneeze in the car one day. I’d unconsciously braced myself for the hernia pain I’d felt for 2 years, but it didn’t hurt one bit! I’d never been so happy to sneeze. At a month in, my only discomfort came if I did something like hike or clear brush for several hours. Even then, it’s been very mild; no meds necessary. The site of the repair has rigid scar tissue, like a Tootsie Roll as Dr. Reinhorn described it. This is part of any discomfort I feel, but I understand it will soften over the next year. I’d recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his team, and am thankful I was able to have an out-patient mesh-free repair without travelling to and staying at the Shouldice Clinic in Canada. I’m in my mid 40’s, low BMI, and am typically fairly active.


September 13, 2021

I have actually had two (unrelated) hernia repairs performed at Boston Hernia, the first by Dr. Reinhorn and most recently by Dr. Fullington, and both were outstanding. Dr. Fullington performed a very thorough examination and discussed the recommended procedure for me with detail and care. Although it turned out my hernia was large, my recovery was quick and I needed no opioids. I had one follow up question and the staff put me in touch with Dr. Fullington right away, and she answered my question completely. I really hope I don't have a third occasion to see Dr. Reinhorn or Dr. Fullington (!), but if I need to I will not hesitate to return to the caring and extremely professional doctors and staff at Boston Hernia. From Google Reviews


September 1, 2021

I was a little nervous at first about hernia repair surgery as I had read the article in Harper's Magazine about chronic pain after some mesh repairs. Dr. Reinhorn was able to explain where the article was going wrong and also determined that I would not need mesh due to the small size of the hernia and the condition of the surrounding muscle. The surgery, under local anesthesia with sedation, was basically a good nap with little pain, easily managed with acetaminophen. The closure of the wound was a piece of art; it's almost a shame it's in a hidden place. Recovery proceeded exactly as I was told it would. I could not be happier. I recommend Dr. Reinhorn to anyone with any kind of hernia. He just instills confidence.


August 27, 2021

Great overall experience and would highly recommend! I had an umbilical hernia that bulged and now I have my bellybutton back! lol From healthgrades.com


August 11, 2021

Dr. Fullington was excellent. Appointments were not rushed and she addressed my concerns thoroughly. Surgery went great and recovery has been a breeze. Very satisfied with the over all care. Support staff was also very helpful and kind.   From healthgrades.com


July 15, 2021

My experience with Dr. Fullington was outstanding! I had an Inguinal hernia repair procedure completed at the end of June. Dr. Fullington was exceedingly professional, thorough and informative throughout the process. Her staff (Anna & Lauren) are equally courteous and professional, and offer a warm, welcoming approach to their care for patients. I came away extremely impressed with the entire experience and would unequivocally recommend Dr. Fullington and her staff to anyone in need of her services.


July 6, 2021

Dr. Fullington is fantastic! I would recommend without hesitation! There was nothing about my entire experience that could have gone any better, thank you!


June 26, 2021

Dr Fullington performed lathroscopic inguinal hernia surgery on me at the beginning of June 2021 at Newton Wellesleey Hospital for a recurrence that I had repaired by a general surgeon 15 years ago. The first two days post surgery, incision sites in my abdomen were moderately uncomfortable, took a couple hydrocodone to calm it down, then a few days of Tylenol . The primary discomfort after that was primarily itching as the incisions healed and the stitches dissolved, which I treated with a small amount of Gold Bond Medicated Powder. Two or three days prior to my follow up, started to experience a fair amount of discomfort at the site of the hernia which had not been there previously, and had me fairly concerned. It felt almost as though I needed to push the hernia back into place as I had been doing prior to the surgery. I had followed directions to limit my activity and lifting, but was nonetheless concerned that I had a recurrence or the mesh had come detached. Upon my visit, Dr. Fullington conducted an exam and assured me that what I was experiencing was a not unusual part of the recovery, and would resolve itself. A few days after this visit and I can say this seems to be the case. Yesterday was 3 weeks since my surgery, and I have now began to ramp up my physical activity. I am a 55 year old male with a job that requires constant physical activity and heavy lifting, so I have not yet returned to work. However I will say my experience with Dr. Fullington and her staff was great. She listened sympathetically and addressed all my concerns. She even paid me a visit in post op which has not always been my experience with surgeons. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needed this procedure. Also, as I mentioned, her staff is outstanding, including the office staff who could not be more helpful with appointments and work related paperwork. From Google Reviews


June 9, 2021

Doctor Fullington is an excellent surgeon and she is very kind and thorough in explaining and answering any questions you have. I highly recommend her . She recently did a hernia repair and I am very grateful


May 30, 2021

Full and complete information of the procedure, pre-op and post-op. I was very comfortable with the initial consultation with both Dr. Reinhorn and Lauren. I had a couple of questions prior to my two week follow up and was given detailed and appropriate answers. I would highly recommend the practice. My parting words with Dr. Reinhorn was that I would never have to see him again, shared with a nice laugh. From vitals.com


May 28, 2021

I had hernia repair surgery with Dr. Reinhorn on May 10 2021 and would not hesitate to recommend him. He is extremely approachable has excellent bedside manners, and patiently listens to your concerns before answering questions completely. I traveled from Connecticut as I was interested in finding a surgeon that concentrated on hernia repair. This was my third hernia surgery, my first with Dr. Reinhorn, and by far the least painful (only took Advil for pain relief) and I was mostly pain free within 7 days. His staff is professional and attentive with followup calls to monitor my post operative progress. I could not be more satisfied. A five star plus service!


July 31, 2019

Dr. Reinhorn and Lauren were the best. They took the time to explain everything I should expect and were spot on. I took over the counter pain meds for two days and was essentially pain free in 5 days. The Newton-Wellsley staff was also top notch. I highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn! From healthgrades.com


July 16, 2019

Everything went exactly as planned and per all the information I gathered from his website and my office visit. Am glad I did not wait any longer to have my hernia repaired and found a doctor who specialized in this. I believe the process was streamlined to make for a more comfortable experience and better outcome.

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June 1, 2019

I just wanted to thank you and your team for being so good to me throughout my recent hernia surgery. From Katherine, to Lauren Ott, the entire staff at Boston Hernia and Pilonidal Center, and of course Dr. Reinhorn - all were the epitome of professionalism and caring. My surgery was about two weeks ago and I just came from my follow up appointment. No pain and very little discomfort. Being of a healthcare background myself, I understand the importance of the patient, not just the procedure, and Dr. Reinhorn puts that at the forefront of his practice. He and his staff are outstanding. Thank you again for the wonderful care.
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May 30, 2019

If you're looking for a fast recovery Inguinal Hernia surgery, see Dr. Michael Reinhorn. I did a lot of research on the best options for fixing the hernia that I had for six years. I wanted an alternative to traditional open repair so I researched laparoscopic repair. I was not thrilled with the general anesthesia associated with that option. Dr. Reinhorn's minimally invasive option is the best route by far. My surgery was on Friday and I was a bit uncomfortable for a couple of days. Sleeping was tough the first night but I chose not to take any narcotic pain killers and stuck to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. By Monday I was getting around easier but was careful to avoid lifting anything heavier than 25 lbs. I was back to work on Tuesday. Within a week I was feeling about 75% and by 2.5 weeks I'm happy to say I am about 95% and have been to a couple of yoga classes and done a few light workouts. Don't know why I waited so long to have my repair done. Thank you! From healthgrades.com


May 30, 2019

If you're looking for a fast recovery Inguinal Hernia surgery, see Dr. Michael Reinhorn. I did a lot of research on the best options for fixing the hernia that I had for six years. I wanted an alternative to traditional open repair so I researched laparoscopic repair. I was not thrilled with the general anesthesia associated with that option. Dr. Reinhorn's minimally invasive option is the best route by far. My surgery was on Friday and I was a bit uncomfortable for a couple of days. Sleeping was tough the first night but I chose not to take any narcotic pain killers and stuck to Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. By Monday I was getting around easier but was careful to avoid lifting anything heavier than 25 lbs. I was back to work on Tuesday. Within a week I was feeling about 75% and by 2.5 weeks I'm happy to say I am about 95% and have been to a couple of yoga classes and done a few light workouts. Don't know why I waited so long to have my repair done. Thank you!   From healthgrades.com


December 23, 2016

If you need hernia surgery, Dr. Reinhorn and his assistant Lauren should be the only doctor and assistant you consider. His innovative procedure was completely pain free immediately after the procedure. I was back to work in 2 days and was walking 5 miles within 5 days. I will be back in the gym next week after 3 weeks off. Things couldn’t have gone better.

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May 22, 2019

Its been 3 weeks since my operation. I was on a tight time schedule the day of my first visit and Catherine assured me that I would be done with my appointment in 30 minutes. Everyone knows that the first time you visit a doctor you need to fill out paperwork, then wait for 30 minutes to be seen. I didn’t believe her. Yes, I did need to fill out paperwork, but then I saw Lauren the PA and Dr. Reinhorn in the next 25 minutes. They examined me, answered questions, discussed my options, and I left within 30 minutes. I did not feel rushed at all, they are just efficient. We (my wife and I) had a great feeling about their team after our visit, and the following week I called to schedule the hernia operation. My operation was at Newton Wellesley Hospital; they had a scheduled call with me a week before the operation to review medications, etc. On the day of the operation, everything went smoothly. You could tell they had done this before; everyone was pleasant and again, efficient. My wife and I were visited both by Lauren and Dr. Reinhorn beforehand to answer any last minute questions we might have. The hospital nursing staff was wonderful as well. My operation was at 9 am and we were home by 2 PM. I had my followup visit with Dr. Reinhorn yesterday; he answered all our questions, and I felt that he sincerely cared about my well-being. I would highly recommend Dr. Reinhorn and his staff if you have hernia issues. From vitals.com  


May 14, 2019

Dr. Reinhorn provided excellent information about the procedure up front. Recovery went great - after 2 days of mild discomfort, returned to near normal activity. After 10 days, resumed bicycling (68 miles/week) and all activities. No residual effects at all. Recommend this team highly. From healthgrades.com