Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery Center

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One of the most comprehensive centers of its type in the country

Overview

Co-directed by Dr. Daniel Miller and Dr. Seth Force, the Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery Center (MITSC) treats a variety of benign and malignant diseases of the lung, esophagus and mediastinum (structures of the central chest such as the trachea and thymus) with procedures that use small incisions aided by specialized cameras and surgical instruments. Procedures are performed at Emory University Hospital and Emory Crawford Long Hospital.

Compared to open procedures, patient benefits of minimally invasive surgery include much smaller incisions, less postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays and quicker overall recovery with return to normal activities. Whether or not minimally invasive surgery is a viable option is determined by the specifics of the particular case.

Lung Procedures

• Biopsy for lung disease
• Treatment of pneumothorax
• Biopsy of pulmonary nodules
• Lobectomy for lung cancer
• Bullectomy and lung volume reduction for emphysema
• Stent placement for airway disease

Esophageal Procedures

• Transoral Zenker's diverticulectomy
• Laparoscopic fundoplication for GERD
• Barrx treatment for Barrett's esophagus
• Laparoscopic myotomy for achalasia
• Minimally invasive esophagectomy
• Stent placement for esophageal disease

Mediastinal Procedures

• Biopsy of mediastinal masses
• Thymectomy for myasthenia gravis
• Removal of mediastinal tumors
• Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis and chronic abdominal pain

Pleural Procedures

• Pleural biopsy
• Treatment of pleural effusions (Talc pleurodesis and PleuRx catheter)

Scheduling a Consultation

To arrange an appointment with an MITSC surgeon, prospective patients and referring physicians should contact the Emory General Thoracic Surgery Center at 404-778-3593. Patients are seen at two locations:

Cardiothoracic Surgery Suite The Emory Clinic Building A, 2nd Floor | MAP 1365 Clifton Road, NE Atlanta, GA 30322 Telephone: 404-778-3593

Cardiothoracic Surgery Suite Emory Crawford Long Hospital | MAP Medical Office Tower, 6th Floor 550 Peachtree Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30308 Telephone: 404-686-2513

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