Comprehensive Thoracic Surgery at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) is a leading healthcare institution in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) that offers a wide range of thoracic surgery services. The Thoracic Surgery Division at SSMC is the only unit in the UAE that provides a complete spectrum of thoracic surgical care, including treatment for trauma, infections, pleural diseases, and various types of cancer
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Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services
SSMC's Thoracic Surgery Division offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic, staging, and therapeutic services for all thoracic oncology cases, including those affecting the lungs, pleura, esophagus, chest wall, and mediastinum
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Specialized Treatments
The Thoracic Surgery Division at SSMC specializes in treating a variety of conditions, including:
- Lung cancer
- Mesothelioma
- Esophageal cancer
- Chest wall tumors
- Mediastinal masses
National Specialist Surgical Service
SSMC's Thoracic Surgery Division is the only unit within the SEHA network that routinely provides the National Specialist Surgical Service for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and the Northern Emirates
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Multidisciplinary Approach
The Thoracic Surgery Division at SSMC takes a collaborative, patient-centered approach to cancer treatment. The team consists of renowned oncologists who work closely with experts from other departments to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and integrated care to achieve the best outcomes for patients
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Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City's Thoracic Surgery Division offers world-class thoracic surgical care, making it a leading healthcare institution in the UAE. With its specialized treatments, multidisciplinary approach, and status as the only provider of the National Specialist Surgical Service in the region, SSMC is at the forefront of thoracic surgery in the UAE.
