by Dr. Amol Bhanushali | Jul 8, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery
Medically reviewed by Dr Amol Bhanushali, thoracic and chest surgeon. Summary: Pleurisy is inflammation of the membranes lining your lungs and chest, causing sharp chest pain that worsens when you breathe or cough. It is most often caused by a viral infection and...
by Surbhi Khatri | Jun 20, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery, thoracic surgery center
Key Highlights A thoracic surgeon treats surgical conditions affecting organs and structures inside the chest. This includes the lungs, oesophagus, trachea, diaphragm, chest wall, and mediastinum. Lung cancer is one of the most common reasons patients are referred to...
by Surbhi Khatri | May 12, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery
Lung and chest problems can move quickly from fear to urgency. According to the World Health Organization, lung cancer caused about 1.8 million deaths in 2022, which is why early specialist care matters. Many people start with a chest physician. That is sensible for...
by Dr. Amol Bhanushali | Apr 17, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery
Summary Recovery time depends on the exact thoracic procedure. Many patients go home within days, not weeks. Minimally invasive surgery usually recovers faster than open surgery. Most patients feel better in three weeks. Full recovery can still take few months....
by Dr. Amol Bhanushali | Mar 28, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery
Summary Lung cancer treatment includes several approaches such as surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy. The best treatment depends on cancer stage, tumour type, genetic markers, and overall health. With expert guidance from a...
by Surbhi Khatri | Feb 10, 2026 | Thoracic Surgery
When it comes to chest diseases, the quality of treatment administered is not only restricted to the doctor, but also the ecosystem in which the patient receives the treatment. Thoracic conditions tend to be complicated because the organs involved, such as lungs,...
