Dr. Daniel is a thoracic surgeon specializing in the treatment of lung cancer, esophageal cancer, mediastinal tumors and other diseases arising in the chest. His specific area of expertise is in robotic-assisted surgery procedures, as well as in other types of minimally invasive procedures for the surgical treatment of these diseases. Dr. Daniel uses advanced, minimally invasive technology that includes VATS (video-assisted thoracic surgery) and RATS (robotic-assisted thoracic surgery). His expertise additionally includes cutting-edge treatment of thoracic malignancies. He also has significant experience in the treatment of rare types of tracheal diseases, such as tracheal stenosis, tracheal tumors and tracheomalacia. He is a member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the American College of Surgeons. He has received multiple teaching, clinical and scientific awards and honors, and routinely serves as a reviewer of numerous scientific journals. Dr. Daniel is passionate about the implementation and benefits of robotic-assisted surgery in the treatment of thoracic cancers.
Philosophy of Care: OhioHealth Heart & Vascular physicians and surgeons work closely with their patients to help them understand their conditions and treatment plans. They explain findings and recommendations in terms patients and family members can understand. They offer a personal, compassionate approach, caring for patients as if they were family.