Thoracic Surgery
The Section of Thoracic Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery specializes in the surgical treatment of the chest area including the lungs, esophagus, trachea, diaphragm, chest wall, and mediastinum (the area between the lungs).
Section of Thoracic Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
The Section of Thoracic Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery specializes in the surgical treatment of the chest area including the lungs, esophagus, trachea, diaphragm, chest wall, and mediastinum (the area between the lungs). Our providers utilize minimally invasive procedures and open surgery to help address lung cancer, esophageal cancer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), among other illnesses.
Mission
To bring the most modern and personalized care to the community of Tucson and Southern Arizona.
Our Approach
Our team spearheads novel clinical approaches for treating lung cancer in the elderly and those with significant heart and lung disorders.
We aim to use aim to use smaller incisions and lung-sparing resections to minimize complications, shorten hospital stay, and hasten recovery. Our team has experience using navigational bronchoscopy, video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) and robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) to accomplish this goal.
We engage in multidisciplinary tumor boards for lung, mediastinal, pleural, and esophageal cancer to assure that patients have access to the most advanced cancer care protocols and clinical trials. The University of Arizona Cancer Center is the only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) in Arizona, and one of a select few sites nationwide that can offer early-phase clinical trials.
Section Chief
Stephanie Worrell, MD, FACS
Clinical Associate Professor, Surgery Section Chief, Thoracic Surgery Associate Program Director, General Surgery Residency
Learn more about the Section of Thoracic Surgery
Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program
The ACGME-approved cardiothoracic surgery fellowship, called the Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program, is a traditional two-year program for graduates of a general surgery residency.
Making the Rounds Podcast: Managing Lung Nodules
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Section chief and thoracic surgical oncologist, Dr. Stephanie Worrell, discusses a topic crucial for both primary care physicians and pulmonologists - the management of lung cancer, lung nodules, encompassing their diagnosis, treatment and overall care. In Arizona, nearly 75% of eligible women are screened for breast cancer, and 63% of eligible patients are screened for colorectal cancer, but statistics show that less than 2% of Arizonans are screened appropriately for lung cancer. As healthcare providers, we have a critical opportunity to improve lung cancer outcomes through increased awareness and proactive screening initiatives. |
Make an Appointment
For the best thoracic surgical care in Tucson, Southern Arizona or the Southwest, make an appointment by calling
(520) 694-CURE (2873)
Contact Us
University of Arizona Department of Surgery
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
1501 N. Campbell Avenue
PO Box 245071
Tucson, AZ 85724-5071
Office Phone: (520) 626-7806
Fax: (520) 694-0833