Wed.Jul 02, 2025

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Surviving cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula: Sandy Tovey’s journey

The Stitch

Learn more about Sandy Tovey's battle with esophageal cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula, as well as her recovery after complications. The post Surviving cancer and tracheoesophageal fistula: Sandy Tovey’s journey appeared first on Baylor College of Medicine Blog Network.

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When Would I Need to See a Thoracic Surgeon?

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeons

If you’ve been diagnosed with a serious condition in your chest, your primary care doctor or specialist may refer you to a thoracic surgeon for expert evaluation and treatment. A thoracic surgeon is a doctor who performs surgery on the organs inside the chest including the lungs, esophagus, and airway. Thoracic surgeons are trained to operate on the chest area, also known as the thorax.