Thoracic Surgery

A thoracic surgeon is a medical doctor who specializes in the surgical treatment of diseases affecting the chest, including the lungs, esophagus, trachea, diaphragm, chest wall, and mediastinum. They perform complex procedures to remove tumors, repair structural abnormalities, treat infections, and manage traumatic injuries within the thoracic cavity. Thoracic surgeons use both traditional open surgery and advanced minimally invasive techniques such as video‑assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery. Their work spans cancer care, airway and esophageal disorders, lung disease, and trauma, often in collaboration with pulmonologists, oncologists, and critical care teams.