HMH - Thoracic and Esophageal Surgery - Red Bank
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About Us
At Hackensack Meridian Riverview Medical Center, our expert and experienced team of board certified and fellowship-trained thoracic and esophageal surgeons are led by Ziad Hanhan, M.D., Section Chief, Thoracic Surgery.
We specialize in minimally invasive and robotic procedures, ensuring faster recovery and reduced discomfort. Our team utilizes the latest technology to diagnose and treat patients with both cancerous and non-cancerous disorders of the lung and esophagus that impact breathing, such as wheezing or shortness of breath.
Lung and esophageal disorders are often complex and require comprehensive evaluation and specialized procedures. Symptoms may resemble other lung conditions or medical problems, so an accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure proper and timely treatment.
Key Services
- Airway surgery
- Chest wall surgery
- Diaphragm surgery
- Esophagus & Stomach surgery
- Lung Surgery
- Mediastinum surgery
- Pleura surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
About Us
At Hackensack Meridian Riverview Medical Center, our expert and experienced team of board certified and fellowship-trained thoracic and esophageal surgeons are led by Ziad Hanhan, M.D., Section Chief, Thoracic Surgery.
We specialize in minimally invasive and robotic procedures, ensuring faster recovery and reduced discomfort. Our team utilizes the latest technology to diagnose and treat patients with both cancerous and non-cancerous disorders of the lung and esophagus that impact breathing, such as wheezing or shortness of breath.
Lung and esophageal disorders are often complex and require comprehensive evaluation and specialized procedures. Symptoms may resemble other lung conditions or medical problems, so an accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure proper and timely treatment.
Key Services
- Airway surgery
- Chest wall surgery
- Diaphragm surgery
- Esophagus & Stomach surgery
- Lung Surgery
- Mediastinum surgery
- Pleura surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
Our Thoracic Surgeon
Lung Cancer Screening
We offer advanced robotic technology that uses GPS-like guidance to detect lung cancer. This technology allows our team to navigate the lungs accurately and access hard-to-reach nodules — resulting in more efficient, precise, and minimally invasive lung cancer care. From our Lung Cancer Screening Program to our expertise in lung-sparing surgeries, you can receive the comprehensive lung cancer care you need at Riverview Medical Center.
Patient care is at the heart of our mission, and our compassionate staff is dedicated to guiding you through every step of your journey. Trust us for exceptional thoracic care, backed by the latest advancements in medical science. Your health is our priority.
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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.
