Background
Dr. Robert Cameron earned his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at UCLA as well. He went on to complete a surgical oncology fellowship at the National Cancer Institute and a thoracic surgery fellowship at New York Hospital – Cornell University Medical Center.
Dr. Cameron practices as a thoracic surgeon at UCLA, where he also serves as Professor of cardiothoracic surgery and surgical oncology, and Founding Chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Cameron also serves as Chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center. His special areas of interest include asbestos-related cancers such as lung cancer and mesothelioma.
Dr. Robert Cameron is skilled in the full range of thoracic surgery techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, laser surgery, and radical surgery such as extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP).
Surgical Technique
Dr. Cameron is skilled in the full range of thoracic surgery techniques, including minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, laser surgery, and radical surgery such as extrapleural pneumonectomy (EPP). However, in an effort to preserve quality of life for his patients, Dr. Cameron avoids performing EPP unless absolutely necessary. He prefers to perform minimally invasive surgery because it has fewer risks, is less invasive, and has a shorter recovery time.
When facing a diagnosis of an asbestos-related cancer, it is crucial to find the right treatment right away. Dr. Robert Cameron will apply his surgical skill to best suit your needs. Contact Dr. Cameron today.
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