Center for Thoracic Cancers

The Center for Thoracic Cancers at Smilow Cancer Hospital consists of a multidisciplinary team of experts dedicated to providing evaluation of and treatment for patients with a thoracic malignancy, including lung cancer, esophageal cancer, thymoma, or chest wall tumors. Patients in Connecticut and beyond have access to nationally recognized expert clinicians, who provide an organized, collaborative approach to cancer care, as well as the latest technologies and treatments. Our team consists of a collaboration of specialty physicians, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, thoracic surgery, pulmonary medicine, digestive diseases, pathology, diagnostic imaging, and nursing.

Fact Sheets

Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is a broad term for different types of cancers that begin in the lungs. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

Bronchoscopy

In this routine test, a physician slips a flexible device called a bronchoscope through your nose or mouth, down your throat and into your lungs.

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Smoking puts you at greater risk for developing non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This is the most common type of lung cancer. Early diagnosis is key.