Why choose Geisinger for thoracic surgery?
Whether you’re here because lung cancer screening found something worth investigating or your doctor discovered a lung nodule during imaging, you’re in the right place. Our multidisciplinary team will move quickly to get answers and start treatment.
Thoracic surgeons treat diseases of the lung, esophagus, chest wall, mediastinum and other areas of the chest, often using minimally invasive video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) for smaller incisions, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery. We offer robotic VATS at 3 Geisinger locations in northeast and central Pennsylvania, giving you the care you need close to home.
Our team follows the latest research and recommendations to achieve exceptional outcomes, so you can focus on your health.
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Thoracic surgery at Geisinger
From your first appointment through recovery, you'll have the support you need. We offer:
- A multidisciplinary team: Surgeons, oncologists and other lung specialists collaborate on your care and make treatment decisions with a focus on your full health picture.
- 3 convenient locations: With thoracic surgery at locations in central and northeastern Pennsylvania, you can find care close to home.
- Robotic surgery: Robotic VATS is available at all 3 thoracic surgery locations, meaning less pain, less scarring and a faster return to daily life.