Williamsport, Pa., June 21, 2023 – UPMC is offering free hernia screenings on Friday, June 30, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. These screenings are offered by appointment only at the Health Innovation Center of UPMC Williamsport, 740 High St., Suite 1003, Williamsport.
Timothy Judge, M.D., General Surgery, UPMC in North Central Pa., will conduct these hernia screenings and recommend follow-up care if necessary. A bulge that is underneath the skin in your abdominal area along with a burning, aching, or pain that worsens when lifting, coughing, or straining are all signs of a hernia.
To schedule a required appointment, call 570-321-3160, and mention the free hernia screening event.
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UPMC to Host Free Hernia Screenings
