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AdventHealth Medical Group Thoracic Surgical Oncology at Porter
To request an appointment, please call 303-765-6777.
About Our Practice
At AdventHealth Medical Group Thoracic Surgical Oncology at Porter, we know how important every breath is to living a full and active life. Our Lung Program brings together expert specialists dedicated to diagnosing and treating conditions that affect your lungs and chest with compassion and advanced care. From early detection and minimally invasive procedures to personalized treatment plans and recovery support, we’re here to help you breathe easier, heal confidently, and feel whole again.
Our Expert Team, Dedicated to You
Andrew Helms, MD, FACS, FCCP
Surgical Oncology
Thoracic Oncology Surgery Services for You
- Surgical Resection of Thoracic Tumors
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- Lung resections (lobectomy, pneumonectomy, segmentectomy)
- Esophagectomy for esophageal cancer
- Mediastinal tumor excision
- Chest wall tumor resection and reconstruction
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
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- Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)
- Robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS)
- Endoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment
- Diagnostic Procedures
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- Bronchoscopy (including robotic bronchoscopy)
- Mediastinoscopy
- Thoracoscopy
- Biopsies (lung, lymph nodes, pleura)
- Multidisciplinary Cancer Care
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- Collaboration with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, and pathology
- Tumor molecular profiling and staging
- Personalized treatment planning
- Preoperative and Postoperative Management
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- Risk assessment and optimization for surgery
- Pain management and recovery planning
- Follow-up care and surveillance
Conditions We Treat
- Lung cancer (including early-stage and complex cases)
- Esophageal cancer
- Thymic tumors
- Mesothelioma
- Chest wall tumors
- Mediastinal tumors
- Pancoast tumors
- Pleural masses and effusions
- Malignant pleural effusions
- Barrett’s esophagus
- Endobronchial tumors
- Esophageal strictures
- Tracheal stenosis
- Tracheoesophageal fistulas
- Congenital lung malformations
- COPD and emphysema (surgical management like lung volume reduction)
- Hyperhidrosis (surgical sympathectomy)
- Achalasia and dysphagia
- Pericardial effusions/pericardial windows
- Empyemas/decortications
- Pleurex catheter placement
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AdventHealth Medical Group Thoracic Surgical Oncology at Porter
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