Thoracic Oncology & Surgery
Dr. Thamer Qaqish performs a ION Lung Biopsy Robotic Surgery at ECMC in Buffalo on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. (Photo by Mark Mulville)
Led by our Director of Thoracic Surgery, Dr. T. Robert Qaqish, is a highly skilled service in the Center that features many state-of-the-art cancer-related technologies, including the Ion endoluminal system, which is a robotic-assisted platform for minimally invasive biopsy in the lung that has broadened our capability at early detection and treatment of lung cancer, providing a much safer and faster way in diagnosing early-stage lung cancer.
Ion is made by Intuitive, the company that makes the da Vinci surgical system, and is built on more than two decades of leadership in robotic-assisted technology. We are truly thrilled to be a leader in this field and look forward to continuing to bring Western New York state-of-the-art healthcare services like minimally invasive lung nodule biopsy.
Conditions & Diseases
- Esophageal Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Mediastinal Masses (including Thymoma and Thymic Cancer)
- Mesothelioma
- Other aspects of thoracic surgery
Treatments & Procedures
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS)
- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)
Additional Info
LOCATION
The Barry & Deanna Snyder Dialysis
and Medical Office Building
Cancer Care, 2nd Floor
462 Grider Street
Buffalo, NY 14215
CONTACT
Patient Info & Concerns
(716) 898-3073
Our Doctors
Additional Cancer Care Services
Breast Oncology
Directed by Dr. Vivian Lindfield, founder and director of Western New York Breast Health, the Center’s multi-specialty team delivers comprehensive, cutting-edge, and compassionate care to patients who have breast cancer—any type and stage—or are at risk of developing it.
Head & Neck Oncology
Our head and neck specialists, including surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, and dental oncologists, are committed to delivering expert care in a compassionate manner.
Medical Oncology & Chemotherapy
The Jonah Center is a part of the Center for Cancer Care where cancer specialists offer expert chemotherapy, hematology, and other treatments that emphasize a comprehensive approach to cancer care.
Oral Oncology & Maxillofacial Prosthetics
Our team specializes in diagnosing, treating, and managing oral cancers. We provide a range of services such as oral cancer screening, oral and maxillofacial surgery, cancer care side effect management, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and maxillofacial prosthetics.
Plastic Surgery & Reconstructive Surgery
For patients facing either abnormal function or appearance after trauma or illness, the Center offers specialty plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery to restore a sense of normalcy and wellness.
Speech & Swallowing Therapy
The speech and swallowing therapy services at the Center for Cancer Care are designed to provide diagnosis, treatment, and management of swallowing and voice disorders.