Thoracic Surgery

Harvard HMS

Medical students are exposed to the broad range of Thoracic Surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors, tracheal diseases, benign esophageal disease, minimally invasive approaches and endoscopic techniques. Students are expected to attend daily rounds lead by the chief resident on all patients. You are encouraged to participate in the daily operative program and follow a small number of patients from operation to recovery. Weekly…