The Department of Thoracic Surgery at Burjeel Royal Hospital, Al Ain, has a team of highly skilled thoracic surgeons specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions affecting the chest cavity, including the lungs, esophagus, and mediastinum. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology and minimally invasive techniques, we provide comprehensive care for both benign and malignant thoracic disorders. At Burjeel Royal Hospital, we are committed to delivering patient-centered care with a focus on optimal outcomes and rapid recovery. Our multidisciplinary approach involves collaboration with pulmonologists, oncologists, and radiologists to ensure a holistic treatment plan for each patient. From cutting-edge video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) to complex open procedures, our thoracic surgery department offers a full spectrum of services to address the diverse needs of our patients in Al Ain and beyond.

Lung cancer surgery (lobectomy, pneumonectomy, wedge resection)

Esophageal cancer surgery

Mediastinal tumor resection

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)

Minimally invasive thoracic surgery

Chest wall reconstruction

Tracheal and bronchial surgery

Pleural effusion management

Lung volume reduction surgery

Diaphragm plication

Thymectomy for myasthenia gravis

Sympathectomy for hyperhidrosis

Decortication for empyema

Pneumothorax treatment and pleurodesis

Thoracic outlet syndrome surgery

Pectus excavatum and carinatum repair

Diagnostic thoracoscopy and mediastinoscopy

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