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Thoracic (Chest) Surgery

Center for Lung Cancer
When appropriate, surgical resection (removal of cancerous tissue) offers the best chance to cure lung cancer. In addition to performing a high volume of lobectomy operations (standard operation for lung cancer), the Center for Lung Cancer specializes in offering alternative operations and minimally invasive approaches for appropriate candidates. Appropriate candidates include patients who are considered "high risk" for standard resections.

Utilizing state-of-the-art techniques and coordinating with other surgical and medical specialties, the Center for Lung Cancer takes an active role in providing optimal care that is appropriate, comprehensive, and efficient for all patients.

Thoracic (Chest) Surgery Contact Information
For more information regarding Thoracic (Chest) Surgery at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, call (312) 695-3800 or (877) 926-4664, or request an appointment online.

For more information regarding lung cancer, please visit the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.

Visit the Northwestern Memorial Hospital's Health Learning Center and Alberto Culver Women's Health Learning Center. These state-of-the-art health information libraries are among the largest hospital-based learning facilities of their kind. For more information call (312) 926-5465.

Review Date: 06/08