Thoracic Surgery at GBMC
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Cutting-edge multimodality cancer treatment and minimally invasive surgical procedures
Minimally invasive surgical techniques are used preferentially in all facets of the Thoracic Surgery at GBMC. Patients undergoing Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the chest or laparoscopic procedures, generally experience fewer complications, less pain and scarring and a quicker recovery.
Post thoracic surgery, pulmonary, and physical therapy rehabilitation are also available for patients. A guided, supervised program of exercise and therapy designed specifically to facilitate rapid recovery is offered for patients.
As a member of the Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute, we provide patients with streamlined access to the complete spectrum of diagnostic and treatment options for esophageal and lung cancer. Our Center serves as a single point of contact for patients and referring physicians, and allows for rapid transfer of information between members of the health care team. We are active in many national multi-center clinical trials examining the diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of diseases affecting our patients.
Post thoracic surgery, pulmonary, and physical therapy rehabilitation are also available for patients. A guided, supervised program of exercise and therapy designed specifically to facilitate rapid recovery is offered for patients.
As a member of the Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute, we provide patients with streamlined access to the complete spectrum of diagnostic and treatment options for esophageal and lung cancer. Our Center serves as a single point of contact for patients and referring physicians, and allows for rapid transfer of information between members of the health care team. We are active in many national multi-center clinical trials examining the diagnosis, treatment, and surveillance of diseases affecting our patients.
Nicholas J. Karis, MD, FACS
Nicholas J. Karis, MD, FACS, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon specializing in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of diseases affecting the chest, lungs, and esophagus, including lung cancer. With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. Karis is known for his expertise in complex thoracic procedures and his patient-centered approach to care.
Our Services
- Rapid scheduling of appropriate appointments with cancer specialists
- Full range of non-invasive and minimally invasive diagnostic testing
- Radiation, including conventional 3-D conformal, intensity modulated radiotherapy and stereotactic radiosurgery
- Surgery, focusing on minimally invasive procedures
- Chemotherapy, including biologically targeted agents
- Access to the entire range of clinical trials
- Pulmonary and physical therapy rehabilitation
- Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)
- Laparoscopy
About Our Center
Conditions We Treat
- Lung cancer
- Esophageal cancer
- Pneumothorax
- Pleural effusion
- Empyema
- Emphysema
- Airway stents
- Pulmonary nodules
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
Minimally invasive surgical techniques are used preferentially in all facets of the GBMC Thoracic Surgery Practice. Patients undergoing minimally invasive techniques for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the chest or abdomen, generally experience fewer complications, less pain and scarring, and quicker recovery.
Procedures include:
- Lung biopsy
- Lymph node biopsy for diagnosis or staging
- Lung wedge resection
- Lobectomy
- Pneumonectomy
- Decortication
- Sympathectomy
- Thymectomy
- Esophagomyotomy
- Fundoplication
- Diverticulectomy
- Hiatal hernia repair
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