Thoracic Surgery

Thoracic surgeons at Cedars-Sinai provide specialized care for a range of conditions in the chest cavity, including acid reflux and hiatal hernia. Our team also offers advanced surgeries to treat both noncancerous (benign) and cancerous (malignant) conditions of the trachea, lung, esophagus, mediastinum and chest wall.

Leading-Edge Techniques
We use specialized 3D surgery to perform procedures with smaller incisions, better outcomes, less blood loss and faster recovery.
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Highly Trained Experts
Our thoracic surgeons undergo robotic surgical training, giving them the experience and skills to perform safe, effective robotic surgery. Our team includes surgeons, oncologists, anesthesiologists and more.
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Timely Diagnosis
No matter which tests you may need, our experts can perform them the same day or within 24 hours. We use robotic bronchoscopy to detect lung nodules (growths) in their early stages that are hard to reach with traditional biopsy methods.
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Get a Second Opinion

We regularly give second opinions for patients and referring doctors. We can confirm your diagnosis, offer additional testing if needed and give you treatment recommendations based on our evaluation of your case. Let us help you find the answers you need.

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Cedars-Sinai's Team Leads the Next Generation of Thoracic Robotic Surgeons Into the Future of Medicine

Cedars-Sinai is one of the busiest thoracic surgery programs in the western U.S. ranking among the busiest in the country for robotic thoracic surgery. Driven...

Leading the Way in Innovative Robotic Technologies to Improve Outcomes, Shorten Recovery Time

With robotics technology rapidly advancing, Cedars-Sinai is poised to remain a leader in robotic surgical innovation for patients with advanced lung disease. Read more.

Second Opinion Leads to Surgical Options for Los Angeles Lung Cancer Patient

Elaine Taite believed the course of treatment was clear—and less than hopeful. But a second opinion from Cedars-Sinai's Harmik J. Soukiasian, MD, changed her course—and...

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Harmik J. Soukiasian, MD

Vice Chair, Clinical Outreach, Department of Surgery

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Thoracic Surgery Research & Clinical Trials

Cedars‑Sinai researchers are always investigating new innovative robotic technologies and techniques for thoracic surgery. Our research helps us care for more patients with more complex cases.

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Innovative Training. Elevated Teaching.

Cedars‑Sinai is home to the world's largest heart transplant program and among the most innovative and highly regarded structural heart, robotic cardiac and thoracic surgery programs in the U.S. Our residents and fellows train alongside some of the best thoracic surgeons.

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