Thoracoscopy/Pleuroscopy is a procedure used to examine the chest cavity. In this procedure, the patient will be placed under general anesthesia. The doctor will make incisions into the side of the chest, insert a thoracoscope (device with camera/light) into the cavity to view the area, takes some tissue samples or performs some minor procedures if needed, and then close incisions upon removal of the thoracoscope.

Average Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy Cost

UAE	Starting from $2722
India	Starting from $4000

Frequently Asked Questions about Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy

Best Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy Surgeons

Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy surgeons and doctors have specialized and trained in the field of Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy. The doctors are fully qualified to deal with all kinds of medical issues in their area of specialization. The patients can be assured of safety and excellent standards of care with a trained specialist. However, finding a good doctor for the treatment is an important yet challenging task. The right surgeon ensures that the patient receives the right treatment and has minimal postoperative problems. One must consider various factors while choosing a doctor for the consultation and treatment of the medical condition. Some of these factors are:

Education background: The patients should look for Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy doctors and surgeons who are board-certified and have completed their medical education from recognized institutions. The top-tier hospitals employ a team of highly qualified and experienced doctors who provide reliable clinical services.
Specialized training and fellowships: Many doctors pursue further training and specialization in their field to gain expertise in advanced techniques. They take fellowships in reputed institutions and hospitals to acquire skills and hands-on experience in the latest technologies.
Years of relevant experience: The medical career indicates the doctor’s success rate, the number of surgeries they must have performed and the ability to handle complex cases.
Associated with the accredited hospital: The doctor will perform the treatment at a hospital or clinic, so the quality and standard of the hospital is an important factor. An accredited medical facility provides assurance of good quality patient care and healthcare services.
Patient feedback and reviews: A simple online research may show the feedback and reviews for the doctor by other patients. Their experience with the doctor can be a testament to the doctor’s behavior during the treatment. Many doctors also have patient testimonial videos.

Who are the best Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy doctors?

The list of the top Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy specialists/surgeons include:

S.NO	NAME	HOSPITAL
1	Dr. Sanjay Sachdeva	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
2	Dr. Surbhi Anand	Dental Bliss
3	Dr. Ashish Sabharwal	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals
4	Dr. Gagan Gautam	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
5	Dr. Aditya Gupta	Artemis Hospital
6	Dr. Sandeep Batra	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
7	Dr. Bipin S Walia	Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket
8	Dr. Amandeep Singh Dhillon	Dental Bliss
9	Dr. SKS Marya	Medanta The Medicity
10	Dr. Gaurav Kharya	Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals

What can an international patient expect from Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy doctors?

The Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy doctor typically first sees the results of the diagnostic tests to assess the medical condition and overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of each patient. The doctor will also discuss the treatment plan for Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy, alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the possible risks as well as complications to educate and help the patient make the decision. They provide a comprehensive evaluation report and discuss the treatment in-depth with the patient during their consultation. For internation patients, they offer teleconsultation services to educate them about their condition and treatment options. These consultations help the patients and their families understand the treatment better and provide them a chance to ask questions or clear their doubts. The doctors are involved in the entire treatment process, from the pre-treatment phase to post-treatment care.

Once the patient is ready for the treatment, the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy and set up a convenient date for the procedure with the patient’s approval. The team will provide the patient a few instructions and guidelines for the pre-treatment phase. Also, the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy hospital initiates the formalities and ensures the hospital stay is comfortable. The patient will have to submit documents for any insurance claim approval. They must also apply for a medical visa and arrange their travel and accommodation based on the scheduled date for the procedure.

Are the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy surgeons skilled in the latest treatment procedures?

The Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy surgeons are experts in their specialization field and have extensive experience in managing basic to complex cases. They are well-trained in the latest surgical procedures and medical treatments in their area of expertise. The surgeons are skilled in laparoscopy, endoscopy and other minimally invasive techniques of surgery. These procedures are associated with faster recovery with less post-operative pain and low rates of complication. The doctors also attend various workshops, seminars and participate in CMEs to remain updated with the recent trends and advancements in medicine and healthcare systems.

What is the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon works as the leader of the medical team who takes care of the patient.

Why choose Lyfboat?

Lyfboat is a NABH accredited platform that guarantees quality medical for international patients seeking expert healthcare services in other countries. We aim to make advanced healthcare accessible to all patients around the world within a reasonable budget. Our team will help you get expert medical opinions from the specialist and find the best doctors and hospitals for Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy at affordable prices. It is a free-to-use platform, and we do not charge any fees from patients. In fact, we negotiate on your behalf and provide a reliable price from the hospitals. In some cases, we are able to reduce the cost of the Thoracoscopy / Pleuroscopy by up to 20% of what the hospitals generally offer.

Lyfboat makes the Travel to Treatment process hassle-free

We understand the concerns of international patients and their families while planning to travel to another country for treatment. Lyfboat’s vision is to make quality healthcare services accessible to patients of all kinds of socio-economic backgrounds at an affordable price. Our team works around-the-clock to ensure our patients receive quick responses and feel comfortable throughout the process.

All you have to do is - share your reports with us and claim your preferred location, and we will manage everything for you. Our team will:

Send a detailed response with the quotations for the treatment package and the profiles of the best hospitals and doctors
Connect you to the specialist for teleconsultation
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Ensure your airport pick-up after arrival
Personal assistance at the hospital by our coordinators - they help manage appointments, billing and other formalities with the administration
Provide local SIM card for communication and language translators, if needed
Other services such as local transportation for sight-seeing and commute to other places
Follow-up care after the procedure

Dr. Ankit Parakh

Pulmonologist | Consultant

MBBS,MD (Pediatrics),DNB (Pediatrics),MNAMS

Works at BLK Super Speciality Hospital

New Delhi, India

Presently working as a Consultant - Pulmonologist in Paediatric department at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

Awards

K. Sridharan gold Medal and merit award for standing first in Anatomy in the first MBBS Examination,Merit award for standing second in pharmacology in the college, University College of Medical Sciences in Second M.B.B.S examination
Dr. L.V. Phatak gold Medal and merit award for highest marks in Obstetrics& Gynecology in Final M.B.B.S examination,Merit award for standing second in Medicine in the college, University College of Medical Sciences in Final M.B.B.S examination

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Dr. Sherif Fayed

Pulmonologist | Specialist Internal Medicine & Pulmonologist

M.B.Ch.B., Msc, M.D., MRCP (UK), FCCP

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

After graduation from faculty of medicine, he continued to work in the field of pulmonary medicine after doing clinical attachments in USA and UK. Dr Fayed has obtained more than 12 years of experience in the field of Pulmonology in addition to earning a Master and a Doctorate degree in Respiratory medicine. He also has the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians in the UK and Fellowship of the American College of Chest Physicians.

Clinical Focus

Bronchocopy
Thoracoscopy
Pulmonary function testing
Sleep disorders
Allergy and Immunology
Cardiopulmonary exercise

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Dr. Mohammad Fayaz

Pulmonologist | Consultant

MBBS (Peshawar University), FRCP (London), MRCP (UK), Dual CCT (JRCPTB UK)

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Mohammad Fayaz is a consultant respiratory physician with the British Training Board dually certified in Respiratory medicine and Internal medicine. He has vast experience of working for over 20 years in teaching hospitals in the United Kingdom. During the service he had gained extensive knowledge and clinical skills of managing general and specialist respiratory diseases in the UK.

Clinical Focus

The management of Asthma/COPD,
Pleural diseases
Sleep disordered breathing (Sleep Apnoea)
Respiratory infections including tuberculosis (TB)
Interstitial lung diseases and Lung cancer

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Dr. Yasser Menaissy

Adults and Paediatrics Cardiac Surgeries | Consultant

MBBch, MSc, Medical Doctorate in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Works at Zulekha Hospital Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Yasser Menaissy is an expert in Adults and Paediatric Cardiac Surgery and has more than 30 years of experience in this field. He has a keen interest in a wide range of cardiac procedures including open-heart surgery for coronary artery diseases, off-pump and on-pump CABG, arterial revascularization and minimal invasive heart surgery. He also has expertise in Aortic aneurysm surgery, Bentall procedure, and heart valve procedures such as Mitral and Aortic Valve repair and replacement using biological as well as mechanical valves. Dr. Yasser is skilled in Paediatric Cardiac Surgeries such as Arterial Switch operation for TGA, Ross Procedure, Fontan, VSD and ASD closures, and many others.

Clinical Focus

Adult Cardiac Surgeries - Open Heart Surgery for ischemic coronary artery diseases - off-pump and on-pump CABG Arterial revascularization Minimal invasive cardiac surgery Mitral and Aortic Valve surgeries including repair and replacement with biological/mechanical valves. Aortic aneurysm surgeries Bentall procedure and Ross procedure. Paediatric Cardiac Surgeries - Arterial Switch operation for TGA Fontan, VSD and ASD closure. Fallots tetralogy repair CAVC repair and Coarctation of the Aorta repair. Modified BT shunts, Glenn shunts PDA closure Thoracic Surgeries - Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) Pleural and lung biopsy. Segmental resection, lobectomy and pneumonectomy.

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Dr. Manoj Kumar Goel

Pulmonologist |

Works at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Gurgaon, India

One of the eminent Pulmonologists and Critical Care Specialists , having rich experience of latest treatment of respiratory diseases like Asthma, COPD, Bronchitis, Chronic Cough, Respiratory Allergy and Infections, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Fibrosis, Environmental disorders. Not only is he well versed with most modern procedures in Pulmonology but also excels in Advanced Therapeutic Pulmonary Interventions to treat blocked airways. He is also an expert in Sleep Medicine.

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Dr. Nikhil Malhotra

Pulmonologist | Associate Consultant

Works at Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

New Delhi, India

Over 9 years of experience in the field respiratory medicine,Worked at various reputed tertiary care centers in departments of respiratory medicine and critical care

Awards

One of the very few Pulmonologists worldwide who were awarded as HERMES diplomat in 2012
Mentor to the EDRM examination held every year in Eurprope

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Dr. Hassan Hassan Eliwa Hassan Razein

Respiratory Medicine | Specialist

MBchB, Master in Pulmonology, MRCP (UK)

Works at Zulekha Hospital Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Hassan comes with more than 19 years of experience in the field of respiratory medicines dealing with different respiratory diseases including Asthma, COPD, and Tuberculous. He did his graduation from Faculty of Medicine - Alexandria University Egypt in 1995 and completed his Master's Degree in Pulmonology from Faculty of Medicine - Alexandria University Egypt in 2001. Dr. Hassan had worked with Alexandria University and Military Hospitals soon after his graduation and he also worked as a Chest Specialist at MOH Alexandria Egypt after his Post Graduation. Prior to joining Zulekha Hospital Dubai Dr. Hassan was working as a Chest Disease Physician at Chest Hospital under MOH Kuwait.

Clinical Focus

Asthma and other chronic respiratory disease
Pleural effursion
Sleep disorders and respiratory emergencies

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Dr. Nevin Kishore

Pulmonologist | Head of Bronchology & Senior Consultant of Respiratory Medicine

MBBS, FRCP, MRCP

Works at Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

New Delhi, India

Dr. Nevin Kishore qualified from the prestigious AIIMS, New Delhi and attained his postgraduate and specialist training at various centers in the UK before returning to India to join Max Healthcare as one of the founder doctors.He has a special interest in diagnostic and Interventional Bronchoscopy and has received special training in France and Singapore. He has been awarded the prestigious Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh in 2009.He is a member of various national and international organizations and was instrumental in setting up the Department of Respiratory Medicine in Max Healthcare.

Clinical Focus

Diagnostic and Interventional Bronchoscopy including EBUS ( End bronchial Ultrasound )
Management of Asthma and early diagnosis and Management of MDR TB

Awards

Awarded the Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh
Organized Personal Asthma Management Plans, the first kind of its kind program in New Delhi for the management of asthma

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Dr. Neetu Talwar

Pulmonologist |

Works at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Gurgaon, India

Dr. Neetu Talwar is a Paediatric Pulmonologist with more than 6 years of experience in the field of Pediatric Pulmonology. She holds the distinction of giving scientific presentations at national and international conferences and has various publications to her credit.

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Dr. Ajay Kumar

Pulmonologist | Senior Consultant

Works at Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Gurgaon, India

Dr Ajay Kumar is Senior Consultant, Department of Pulmonology, Pulmonary Critical Care and Sleep Medicine at Fortis Memorial Research Institute. He is MD from Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras.He was Organizing Secretary, Symposium and Workshop on Sleep related Disorders, 2008, Organizing Secretary, ICU Infections Update, 2008, and Oragnanizing Secretary, ABC CON EXPERT MEET 2014 on Anemia, Blood and Coagulation in Critical Care.

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