At Twin Cities Heart and Lung, we want you to feel as comfortable as possible with your procedure, and the first step in that process is learning exactly what will take place. While we recommend that you have a personal consultation with your surgeon, we hope that the information we've provided will be helpful if you're beginning the process of investigating your options for surgery.

To make the information easier to sort through, we've divided it into the three main categories of surgery that we perform: heart, lung, and vascular. You'll find basic descriptions of each procedure, which give you a working understanding, and be helpful in discussions with family and friends. We've also included a glossary of both general medical terms, and specific ones that you would likely encounter when talking about your case with your surgeon or referring physician. And as always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us to set up an appointment.