A cardiac surgeon is a type of cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in operating on the heart, its valves and structures, and the important veins and arteries near it. General cardiothoracic ...

Imagine you have heartburn. For years you’ve managed with antacids, but one day you’re struggling to swallow steak without vomiting. Your gastroenterologist finds a large hiatal hernia, an enlarged ...

But once you have decided surgery is the way to go, you are best served by a surgeon, and a hospital, where the procedure is relatively common. All else equal, a surgeon who performs the procedure 10 ...

Getting nervous as the big day approaches? You'll feel more relaxed if you meet with your surgeon beforehand to get your questions answered. They can tell you what to expect and explain how to prepare ...