I have an Epigastric Hernia. Any advice?

I've had this bulge in my abdomen just below the sternum and had it looked at. Doc said don't worry unless it starts to bother you, it's just an epigastric hernia. A WHAT I said. He didnt give much explanation, just referred me to a surgeon. Saw the surgeon today and explained the proceedure somewhat. "I'm going to be off work for HOW LONG " I said. 6 to 8 weeks Then I'll ask around on A2K and see if anyone else out there knows about this. I did some research on the North Penn Hernia institute. Got some good info (more than what the Doc told me. Any feed back about this would be appreciated. Thanks, Jack