Advanced thoracic surgery at Genesis

Expert care for lung cancer, esophageal cancer and complex thoracic conditions

If needed, your patients have access to advanced thoracic surgery close to home at Genesis. Edmund Kassis, M.D., Fellowship-trained, Board-certified Thoracic Surgeon with Genesis Heart & Vascular Group, specializes in surgical treatment for lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors and other complex thoracic conditions.

Meet Dr. Edmund Kassis

Dr. Kassis is committed to providing innovative surgical care and expanding access to advanced thoracic procedures for our community. He works closely with referring providers to ensure coordinated care and a seamless patient experience.

Training and expertise

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
General Surgery Residency, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, National Cancer Institute

Areas of focus

Lung cancer
Esophageal cancer
Mediastinal tumors
Robotic-assisted thoracic surgery

Educational resources for referring providers

To support referring providers, Genesis offers a series of educational videos featuring Dr. Kassis. Learn more about our approach to lung cancer surgery, esophageal cancer surgery and robotic-assisted thoracic procedures.