Why Choose Stanford Medicine?
Pectus Excavatum Care at Stanford Health Care
As you and your family prepare for your first visit to Stanford Health Care, you’ll likely have many questions about your care journey with us. This overview helps you understand what to expect as you go through the early steps of your care.
At Stanford’s Adult Pectus Program, part of the Stanford Health Care Chest Wall Surgery Program, you'll find world-class care. We are among the top in the nation, according to U.S. News & World Report. Our specialists work with you to determine the most appropriate treatment plan so we can help you feel better.
Our compassionate team understands that pectus excavatum can significantly affect your quality of life. We offer extensive resources to assist you with each facet of your care. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Connect to Care
Let us help find personalized care options for you and your family.
Your Circle of Care
Our signature Circle of Care approach is here to guide you and your caregivers. We listen carefully to understand your situation and bring together doctors, specialists, nurses, and care coordinators to create a plan just for you.
With a team on your side and a wide range of support services, you receive a complete, coordinated experience. Learn what to expect and see how we put you at the center of care.
Access That Empowers
We make access to care as simple as possible. We anticipate what you need and provide support when you need it. Our network of locations puts our services within your reach. User-friendly digital health tools help you stay connected with your care team.
We accept most insurance plans and offer discounted transportation, short-stay options, and international travel and translation services. We help make sense of the details, so you can make decisions that are right for you.
Innovation Through
Clinical Research
As a leading academic and research institution, we are always striving to find new techniques and apply the latest and best technology to your treatment. Specialists at the Stanford Thoracic Surgery Clinical Research Program work across medical disciplines to spark groundbreaking research on thoracic (chest) surgical care. We are committed to assessing the effectiveness of thoracic surgery to improve outcomes and quality of care for our patients.
Each patient's experience is unique, which is why we provide you with individualized care. Our doctors, nurses, technicians, and staff are here to support you throughout your journey with treatment plans tailored to your needs.
Your Doctors
Thoracic surgeons specialize in the surgical treatment of the chest, chest wall, lungs, airways, and esophagus.
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Pulmonologists specialize in diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions, which affect the structures that help you breathe, including the lungs, airways, blood vessels, and muscles that assist the lungs.
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Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease, which affects the heart and blood vessels.
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Plastic surgeons repair areas of the body affected by disease, congenital abnormalities, traumatic injuries, and aging. They help correct and restore a person’s appearance and function.
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Chest radiologists specialize in chest imaging, including CT and MRI, to help diagnose and treat heart, lung, and chest wall conditions.
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Our skilled nurse practitioners and physician assistants (PAs) specialize in diagnosing and treating chest wall conditions. They see patients independently and occasionally alongside your doctor. APPs can give you a thorough exam, write prescriptions, and help prevent or treat any issues. Our APPs meet weekly to discuss patient needs.
»Your Extended Care Team
Nurses, patient care coordinators, patient access representatives, and medical assistants coordinate your care with your care team. They guide you from your first contact through follow-up care to help you find counseling, financial, and other support services.
If you qualify for a clinical trial, our research coordinators guide you through the process. They educate you about what to expect during the study, answer your questions, and schedule your appointments.
Nutrition
We offer nutrition assessment, screening, counseling, and intervention for all adult patients at Stanford Health Care.
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Health Library
Access free, reliable information about chest wall conditions and other health topics.
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Our Clinics
You can access Stanford Health Care’s expertise and compassionate care for any condition affecting the chest wall. We always accept new patients, and we take many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medi-Cal.
875 Blake Wilbur Drive
875 Blake Wilbur DrivePalo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-498-6000 Getting Here »