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Pulmonology & Lung Surgery at HUMC - Outcomes that Exceed National Averages
Hackensack University Medical Center world-renowned thoracic oncology specialists provide leading-edge care for lung and esophageal cancers with outcomes that exceed national averages — providing patients with a full range of innovative treatment options. Our thoracic oncology team is involved in pioneering clinical trials and is internationally recognized for using groundbreaking robotic-assisted surgery techniques to deliver minimally invasive care with faster recovery times, shorter hospital stays, and outcomes that exceed national averages. We use advanced surgical, medical and radiation therapies to treat complex tumors that may be considered inoperable or untreatable at other centers and new hope for patients.
New Thoracic Surgeon Benefits from Mentorship, Technology and Experiences at Hackensack University Medical Center
New patient pavilion, robotic surgery technology and seasoned mentors attracted post-fellowship surgeon who shares his on-the-job perspective.
New Research on Limited Resection vs. Lobectomy Advances Standard of Care for Early-Stage Lung Cancers
Hackensack University Medical Center expert discusses key publications on early-stage lung cancer surgery approaches.
Hackensack University Medical Center Expert Weighs in on the Future of Lung Cancer Surgery
Thoracic surgeon anticipates shifts in imaging technology, targeted drug therapies and smoking trends
Hackensack University Medical Center Thoracic Surgeons Engage Novel Application of Ion System for Pre-op Nodule Localization
Platform typically applied for biopsies provides precision localization immediately prior to robotic surgery
Thoracic Surgeon Brainstorming Sessions Lead to a Lean Program and Better Patient Outcomes
Efficiency-driven care model yields 40% cost reduction and low readmissions at Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack University Medical Center Survivorship Programs Support Patients After Lung Surgery
Long-term follow-up initiatives help patients stay on top of screenings
Hackensack University Medical Center Shortens Hospital Length of Stay Following Thoracic Surgery
Data-driven cuts to nonessential diagnostics and monitoring protocols shorten average hospital stays by days