Heart Surgery
Cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons at Lutheran Health Physicians perform surgeries in the chest region - specifically in the heart, lungs and major blood vessels, and sometimes the esophagus, sternum and trachea - to repair damage caused by a variety of diseases and disorders. These procedures, which range from routine to complex, are performed using a combination of technology, devices and medications to help ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
Procedures include:
- Angioplasties
- Aneurysm repair
- Bypass surgeries
- Coronary artery bypass
- Esophageal and tracheal surgery
- Heart valve repair and replacement
- Mechanical device implantation
- Tumor removal