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The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery is a recognized leader in heart, lung and esophagus surgery. Our experience with complex cardiothoracic issues and knowledge of the latest advances have helped to establish NewYork-Presbyterian|Weill Cornell Medicine as a major referral center for cardiovascular and thoracic patients from around the world.

Cardiac Surgery

The Division of Cardiac Surgery provides expert care to patients who need:

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Valve repair/replacement
Aortic Aneurysm & Dissection Repair
Minimally Invasive & Robotic Heart Surgery
Ventricular Assist Device & Heart Transplant

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Thoracic Surgery

The Division of Thoracic Surgery offers the most advanced surgical care for:

Lung & Esophageal cancers
Thymoma
Achalasia
Hyperhidrosis
Hiatal Hernia
Lung Volume Reduction for Emphysema
Tracheobronchomalacia (TBM)

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Cardiac Surgery

Adult & Pediatric

Thoracic Surgery

Lung & Esophagus

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New Advances

WCM Achieves Mitral Valve Repair Milestone for the Fourth Consecutive Year

Mitral Valve Repair Reference Cent Award 2026

We are honored to be recognized by the Mitral Foundation as a Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center for the fourth consecutive year

"We are honored to once again receive this prestigious recognition," said Dr. Stephanie L. Mick, director of robotic and minimally invasive cardiac surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and the Carrie and David Landew Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. "This award reflects the expertise and dedication of our entire multidisciplinary team and our shared commitment to providing patients with mitral valve disease the highest quality of care.”

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Celebrating a Milestone: Over 2,000 Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopic Procedures

Congratulations to Dr. Eugene Shostak and Dr. Muhammad Sajawal Ali on the remarkable achievement of performing more than 2,000 robotic-assisted bronchoscopic lung biopsies. This milestone reflects a commitment to innovation and excellence in pulmonary care. Robotic bronchoscopy allows physicians to accurately access and biopsy very small lung nodules, improving the ability to detect and diagnose lung cancer at its earliest stages. Through expertise and dedication, Dr. Shostak and Dr. Ali have helped advance minimally invasive lung cancer diagnosis and improve opportunities for earlier treatment and better patient outcomes.

2000 robotic broncoscopy photo

Breakthrough in Thoracic Surgery: First Single-Port Robotic Ivor-Lewis Esophagectomy in U.S.

Dr. Villena-Vargas at OR

Dr. Jonathan Villena-Vargas has achieved a significant surgical milestone by performing the first Single-Port (SP) Robotic Ivor-Lewis esophagectomy in the United States. This groundbreaking procedure represents a major advancement in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, utilizing a single incision to enhance precision while reducing patient trauma. The accomplishment highlights Weill Cornell Medicine’s leadership in surgical innovation and its commitment to improving outcomes for patients undergoing complex esophageal cancer treatment.

Non-Smoker Lung Cancer Survivor Shares Important Message

At TODAY's show, Dr. Jeffrey Port highlights the critical role of early detection in improving lung cancer outcomes and calls for expanded screening efforts that better encompass nonsmokers and other groups currently excluded from existing screening guidelines.

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Clinical Trials

The Cardiothoracic Surgery Department conducts a robust clinical trials program to evaluate the effectiveness of new treatments and medications that have the potential to improve the management of patients with heart, lung, and esophageal disease. The outcomes of heart, lung, and esophageal operations can be improved with technical innovations.