Heart, Lung, and Esophageal Surgery Institute
Experts at the Heart, Lung, and Esophageal Surgery Institute (HLESI) at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center are dedicated to caring for patients with diseases and disorders of the heart, lungs, and esophagus by using the latest diagnostic, surgical, and medical techniques available. HLESI surgeons are at the forefront of developing new minimally invasive surgical techniques and they share their expertise with surgeons from across the nation and around the world through special training conferences, which utilize UPMC’s state-of-the-art laparoscopic operating rooms.
As a national leader, UPMC was one of the first medical centers in the country to perform minimally invasive surgery for esophageal and lung cancers. In addition, UPMC continues to pioneer the field of artificial heart implantation and the development and use of artificial heart-assist devices. This expertise, coupled with the comprehensive range of diagnostic and treatment modalities offered, makes UPMC uniquely positioned to lead the way in treating diseases like congestive heart failure, esophageal cancer, and lung diseases.
With more than 25 cardiothoracic surgeons and more than 120 staff members, HLESI comprises two divisions: the Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery and the Division of Cardiac Surgery.
Contact Us
To make an appointment , refer a patient, or for additional information regarding the surgical services offered by HLESI, contact the institute at:
Heart, Lung, and Esophageal Surgery Institute
Division of Cardiac Surgery
UPMC Presbyterian, Suite C-700
200 Lothrop St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: 412-648-6200
Heart, Lung, and Esophageal Surgery Institute
Division of Thoracic Surgery
UPMC Presbyterian, Suite C-800
200 Lothrop St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: 412-647-7555
Locations
Cardiac surgery services are offered through HLESI at the following locations:
Esophageal and lung surgical services are offered through HLESI at the following locations: