Mercy Clinic Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery - Joplin

The Mercy Clinic Cardiovascular Surgery- Joplin, treats the entire spectrum of cardiothoracic disease including disorders of the heart, lungs, esophagus and aorta in the chest. Our expertise and experience allows state-of-the-art care for chest problems from the most routine to the most complex. Our treatment philosophy encompasses the whole patient with a personal approach, utilizing the expertise of the cardiothoracic surgery care team.

We strive to remain on the cutting edge of cardiothoracic surgery, constantly reassessing and updating our techniques and approaches to patient care. Whether as a primary or secondary opinion, Mercy Clinic Cardiovascular Surgery's surgeons would like the opportunity to review your case and offer our expertise and advice.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery for the Lung

If your doctor recommends surgery for a condition affecting your lungs, you may be a candidate for robotic-assisted surgery. This form of surgery is performed through a few small incisions between your ribs, rather than making a long incision through the chest wall. Robotic-assisted surgery of the chest cavity offers patients potential benefits over traditional approaches, including: