Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates

Understanding why you have a nagging cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain is important for your lung health. Our specialists at Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates in Saginaw, Michigan, include thoracic surgeons who provide advanced surgical care for lung, heart and chest conditions. We listen to understand you and your health concerns. Then, we work with you to create a care plan that’s right for you. 

Specialty care for esophageal and lung cancers

Our thoracic oncology surgeons work with cardiologists, pulmonologists, oncologists, gastroenterologists and your primary care doctor to deliver compassionate, personalized cancer care. We offer esophageal and lung cancer screening tests. And our doctors are also involved in clinical cancer trials. To learn more about how to participate in a clinical trial, talk to your surgeon and cancer clinical trial coordinator. 

Advanced surgical care for lung disease, including COPD 

Symptoms of lung disease often include difficulty breathing and a persistent, unproductive cough. If you are experiencing these symptoms, talk with a lung specialist. 

To help diagnose and treat lung conditions, thoracic surgeons perform minimally invasive lung biopsy and remove tumors and airway obstructions affecting your lungs, esophagus and chest. Your thoracic surgeon is also part of our multispecialty heart, cancer care, and trauma injury care teams specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of many conditions, including: 

• Chest wall deformity
• Chronic heartburn (GERD)
• Esophageal and lung cancers
• Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)
• Hiatal hernia
• Lung masses and nodules
• Pulmonary conditions, including COPD and emphysema
• Trouble swallowing
• Tumors, mediastinal and thymus gland
• Vascular disorders, such as aortic aneurysm

Minimally invasive lung and airway tests are available using robotic-assisted, image-guided technology and include:

• Bronchoscopy
• Endobronchial ultrasound biopsy
• Robotic-assisted thoracic surgery
• Video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS)

When heart surgery is recommended as part of you or your loved one’s care, experienced cardiovascular surgeons at Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates - Saginaw in Saginaw, Michigan, deliver highly specialized surgical treatments to help improve heart function and the symptoms of your condition. As part of Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates, we deliver advanced treatment options for common and complex conditions that affect your heart and vascular health. At your first consultation and every appointment, your surgeon starts by listening to understand you and your health concerns. Then, we work with you to create a surgical care plan that’s customized for your needs.

Cardiothoracic surgeons, interventional cardiologists and vascular surgeons and care teams at  Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates-Saginaw specialize in repairing damage to the heart and arteries, with the goal of improving your heart function. Surgery may be a treatment option for other heart conditions, including: 

• Coronary artery blockage
• Heart valve disease
• Irregular heartbeat (heart arrhythmia)
• Vascular disorders, such as aortic aneurysm

Whenever possible, your surgeon may recommend minimally invasive techniques and robotic surgery. With minimally invasive surgery, your doctor uses smaller incisions. Less invasive surgery can help shorten your recovery, may reduce scarring and may lower your risk of complications. We have surgeons who specialize in:

• Atrial fibrillation WATCHMAN™ procedure
• Heart valve repair

Get a second opinion from a heart surgeon

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your surgeon and care plan are right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension Medical Group Cardiothoracic Surgical Associates. We review your medical records and healthcare history to answer your questions and discuss options. Talk with one of our doctors about a personalized care plan that's right for you.

When you are facing a new diagnosis, or when surgery is recommended as part of your care plan, there’s a lot to think about. We can discuss surgical treatment plans. Our team of highly experienced surgeons provide you with a second opinion based on experience and as part of a national team of heart specialists.
 
Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records from your doctor on your behalf, so that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

Refer a patient to a heart surgeon

Your patients can expect compassionate, personalized care from the moment our specialists connect with them. Our specialists start by listening to fully understand their needs and develop an individualized care plan. For more information, call 989-907-4382.

Getting a second opinion from a thoracic surgeon

There’s a lot to think about when you’re dealing with a cancer diagnosis or chest disorder and you’re deciding on a treatment plan. Getting a second opinion not only provides more information about your condition, but it may also increase your confidence in your care plan. Call our office for more information

Financial assistance and support is available

If you and your family need help with financial assistance, we can connect you with resources and programs that may be able to help. Our financial counseling team is here to listen to your concerns and work with you to help find options that meet your needs.

If you are experiencing chest pain, especially in combination with jaw or arm pain, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting or difficulty breathing, you might be having a heart attack. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.


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