Patient Information about Major Thoracic & Esophageal Surgery
It is natural to have many concerns and questions about "major surgery". We feel that the more you know about the process, the less you will worry about the steps necessary to return you to a state of good health. The following are some general guidelines which we hope will help you understand the steps in this process.
Preparing for your first clinic visit
Preparing for your surgery & hospital stay
Surgery
Important Information about Nutritional & Herbal Supplements
Contact Information
Swedish Thoracic Surgery / First Hill
1101 Madison StreetSuite 850
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206-215-6800
Fax: 206-215-6801
Map & Directions
Becoming a Patient
Your clinic visit, what to expect before, during and after surgery
What to Expect
Patient Stories of Strength
“I want people to know what happened to me so it will encourage them to quit smoking and get tested for lung cancer because it’s so important to find this early.” Patient Stories
Quit Smoking
Swedish offers smoking-cessation resources including nicotine-replacement therapy, individualized eight-week smoking secessation class, vidoes, brochures and materials. Download a brochure
