At the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center, we lead the region in scientific discoveries and embrace a spirit of purpose – offering our patients and their families something beyond everyday healthcare. At the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center, we offer hope.
Esophageal Disease
Offering comprehensive, innovative and compassionate care to patients with diseases of the esophagus and esophageal cancer.
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The UC Esophageal Disease Center is the region’s only team of experts that subspecialize in the treatment of esophageal diseases and esophageal cancer. World-class care is delivered by subspecialists from thoracic surgery, surgical oncology, gastroenterology, medical oncology and radiation oncology as well as a full support team of nurses and ancillary professionals. We promise our expertise in esophageal disorders, delivering hope right here in Cincinnati.
Research
ACTIVE AND VIBRANT RESEARCH
We Are Committed To Advancing Medical Options.
The best medical programs in the world are part of leading-edge research aimed at improving public health and developing new medical treatments. As the Region’s only adult academic medical center, we house vibrant research programs that include ongoing clinical trials, actively initiating studies to bring new therapies and diagnostic tests to patients in Greater Cincinnati and around the world.
We Actively Seek Medical Discoveries.
Nationally and internationally recognized for its research efforts, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and UC Health has a long and distinguished history of medical discoveries. Our premier surgeon-scientists and postdoctoral researchers pursue innovative and exciting research, focused on applying their discoveries directly to the bedside to advance patient care.
Referrals
REFERRING A PATIENT
Our Teams Build Strong Collaborative Partnerships With Referring Providers.
We are committed to providing optimal care to your patient and open communication with you. As a referring physician, we understand that you need to be kept informed of your patient’s progress. That’s why we set up a toolbox to share detailed information about your patient’s health with you.
To refer a patient, call 513-585-UCCC.
Conditions We Treat
With research and experience, we’re helping patients like you overcome esophageal diseases and cancers every day.
- Achalasia
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Esophageal Cancer
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Motility Disorders
Leading-Edge Treatments for Esophageal Disease
From advanced diagnostics to one of the region’s only proton radiation therapy centers, we have the technology needed to treat your esophageal disease.
Advanced Diagnostics & Treatments
Barium Swallow X-ray
Computed Tomography Scan (CT Scan)
Cryotherapy
Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR)
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
Esophageal Stent
Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD)
Ivor-Lewis Esophagectomy
Laparoscopy
LINX Reflux Management System
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy
Positron Emission Tomography Scan (PET/CT Scan)
Radiation Therapy
Radiofrequency Ablation
Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Three-Hole Esophagectomy
Thoracoscopy
Trans-hiatal Esophagectomy
Your Care Team at Work
Coordinated care and clinical research transform medicine.
Our multidisciplinary team includes surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, and more — all working together to deliver only the best treatment available.
One convenient location, 8 specialists
Over 300 patients treated annually
Board-certified oncology nutrition specialist
75% of patients treated with minimally invasive techniques
AUTHORING BREAKTHROUGHS
We offer leading-edge care for only the best results.
Expert Team
The UC Esophageal Disease Center performs the most esophageal surgeries in the region. Our surgeons, oncologists and board-certified oncology nutritionists are highly trained to care for you.
Comprehensive, Convenient Care
Our team offers comprehensive, world-class care in a convenient location with contemporary radiation treatments, nonsurgical endoscopic treatments, advanced diagnostics and clinical trials.
Minimally Invasive Options
We are the region’s only adult provider of minimally invasive esophagectomy. We make only a few small incisions through laparoscopy, video-assisted thoracoscopic, and robotic-assited techniques.
Our Providers
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HOW YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE
Donations from people like you make the difference.
By advancing medicine, our life-changing research and treatments help countless patients here and around the world. Please donate today.