HMH - Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery - Manahawkin
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About Us
At Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center, our experienced team of thoracic surgeons provides comprehensive and personalized care for a wide range of malignant and benign conditions affecting the lungs, esophagus, thymus, mediastinum, chest wall, and diaphragm. We understand that no two patients are alike, and we tailor our approach to meet your individual needs, providing advanced care close to home.
Our team's extensive experience translates to advanced surgical techniques, personalized treatment plans, and a deep understanding of the complexities of thoracic conditions. We're committed to providing leading-edge care, utilizing minimally invasive procedures whenever possible to minimize discomfort and promote faster recovery.
At Southern Ocean Medical Center, we are committed to utilizing the latest advancements in thoracic surgery. Our specialists perform:
- CyberKnife: Non-invasive radiation therapy for targeted tumor treatment.
- Minimally Invasive Robotic Procedures: Offering smaller incisions, reduced pain, and faster recovery times.
Our team of dedicated thoracic surgeons, nurses, and support staff provides compassionate, patient-centered care throughout your journey. We are committed to providing you with the best possible outcomes and helping you breathe easier.
Key Services
Treating Lung Conditions:
- Lung Cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Benign Lung Tumors
- Other Chest Tumors
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Pleural Diseases (pleural effusions and mesothelioma)
Treating Esophageal Conditions:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Adenocarcinoma
- Benign Esophageal Conditions
Treating Other Thoracic Conditions:
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Thymoma
- Schwonnoma
- Fibrous Tumors of the Chest
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Hiatal Hernias
- Chemoport insertion
- Lymph node biopsies
- First rib resections for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
About Us
At Hackensack Meridian Southern Ocean Medical Center, our experienced team of thoracic surgeons provides comprehensive and personalized care for a wide range of malignant and benign conditions affecting the lungs, esophagus, thymus, mediastinum, chest wall, and diaphragm. We understand that no two patients are alike, and we tailor our approach to meet your individual needs, providing advanced care close to home.
Our team's extensive experience translates to advanced surgical techniques, personalized treatment plans, and a deep understanding of the complexities of thoracic conditions. We're committed to providing leading-edge care, utilizing minimally invasive procedures whenever possible to minimize discomfort and promote faster recovery.
At Southern Ocean Medical Center, we are committed to utilizing the latest advancements in thoracic surgery. Our specialists perform:
- CyberKnife: Non-invasive radiation therapy for targeted tumor treatment.
- Minimally Invasive Robotic Procedures: Offering smaller incisions, reduced pain, and faster recovery times.
Our team of dedicated thoracic surgeons, nurses, and support staff provides compassionate, patient-centered care throughout your journey. We are committed to providing you with the best possible outcomes and helping you breathe easier.
Key Services
Treating Lung Conditions:
- Lung Cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Benign Lung Tumors
- Other Chest Tumors
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- Pleural Diseases (pleural effusions and mesothelioma)
Treating Esophageal Conditions:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma
- Adenocarcinoma
- Benign Esophageal Conditions
Treating Other Thoracic Conditions:
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Thymoma
- Schwonnoma
- Fibrous Tumors of the Chest
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Hiatal Hernias
- Chemoport insertion
- Lymph node biopsies
- First rib resections for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)
Our Thoracic and Esophageal Surgeons
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Preparing for Your Appointment & Surgery
We realize how upsetting and confusing a known or possible diagnosis of cancer can be for patients and their families. Our team is dedicated to scheduling your appointment within a week of your initial phone call and will provide clear information every step of the way.
Please remember to bring any discs of scans and reports that we do not already have so that our doctors can review them and provide you with a complete recommendation regarding your care. Our experts also welcome your questions so feel free to jot them down and bring them with you to your appointment.
Our staff will provide information regarding your surgery date and time as well as preoperative instructions. If you have any questions please call the office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thoracic surgery is a specialized field of medicine focused on surgical procedures of the chest (thorax). This includes operations on the lungs, esophagus, chest wall, and mediastinum (the area between the lungs). Our surgeons treat both cancerous and non-cancerous conditions within this area.
No. While we are part of a leading cancer center, our surgeons are also experts in treating a wide range of benign (non-cancerous) conditions. This includes severe acid reflux (GERD), large hiatal hernias, and other non-malignant tumors and disorders of the chest and esophagus.
