thoracic surgery Archives - Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network

Learn more about Sandy Tovey’s battle with esophageal cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula, as well as her recovery after complications.

New lungs give Gabriel Chavez a fresh start

Learn more about a patient’s tough recovery post-lung transplant, eventaully leading to a second transplant.

Baylor Medicine patient Zach Wawrzyniak shares how he found lasting relief for slipping rib syndrome through a specialized surgery.

Dr. Shanda Blackmon says vaping can trap individuals in a cycle of addiction with serious health consequences.

Thoracic surgeons share their insights on lung cancer, including causes, symptoms, latest treatments and the importance of screening.

Dr. Shawn Groth performed his 100th robot-assisted minimally invasive esophagectomy surgery in July.

Minnie Booker organized a group of volunteers to create and donate pillows to Baylor St. Luke’s as thanks for life-saving care.

New research is completely changing the way surgeons operate on patients with lung cancer. Dr. Ramiro Fernandez explains how this will help patients.

Whether we are walking, driving or making our favorite meals, the ability to use our arms without pain may seem like second nature. However, for

As a survivor of mesothelioma, I live my life in six-month increments. Every six months, I fly to Houston from Minneapolis/St. Paul to have a