NSMC's Thoracic Surgery service includes a North Shore practice of the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Division of Thoracic Surgery. All three surgeons in the practice hold joint appointments at MGH and NSMC, and one also serves as the chief of NSMC's division of thoracic surgery.
This practice offers a level of care unparalled in the North Shore community, including minimally invasive and traditional approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of cancerous and benign disorders of lungs, trachea, esophagus, chest wall, diaphragm and mediastinum. Through this unique partnership with MGH, NSMC is able to offer patients on the North Shore access to some of the nation's foremost experts in treating complex thoracic disease.
Disease Specialties
- esophageal cancer
- benign esophageal diseases
- gastroesophageal reflux disease
- lung cancer
- respiratory failure
- thoracic cysts
- mediastinal tumors
- myasthenia gravis
- congenital anomalies of the chest
- thoracic trauma
- thoracic outlet syndrome
- pleural diseases
- chest wall tumors
- hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
Surgical Specialties
Using the latest surgical techniques, our surgeons perform a wide variety of procedures including bronchoscopy, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, mediastinascopy, minimally invasive video-assisted thoracoscopic (VATS) surgery, and major therapeutic and reconstructive operations. Our minimally invasive techniques require smaller incisions, leading to less postoperative pain and a quicker recovery.
Many of our patients are referred by other physicians for the treatment of complex lesions of the tracheobroncial tree requiring reconstructive airway surgery, including “sleeve resection” and other bronchoplastic techniques. Our surgeons also offer the full repertoire of surgical and reconstructive procedures for benign and malignant esophageal diseases. For patients with end-stage lung disease, we also offer lung transplantation in coordination with MGH.
Coordinated Cancer Care
Working side-by-side with medical and radiation oncology specialists at the Mass General/North Shore Cancer Center, we provide comprehensive, coordinated care for patients with chest malignancies. This coordinated approach gives each patient an individualized care plan tailored to his or her particular needs.
Appointments
Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Patients are seen by appointment only; emergency and same-day consultations are also available. Insurance referrals and co-payments may be required at the time of the appointment. To schedule an appointment, please call 978-745-1581. Urgent calls are covered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Please call 978-745-1581 and the appropriate staff member will be contacted immediately.
Hospital Affiliation
Our surgeons are on staff at both North Shore Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital. Patients are seen at our office in the Medical Office Building adjacent to NSMC Salem Hospital. Most surgical procedures are performed at NSMC Salem Hospital, with select procedures such as lung transplants performed at MGH.
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