Bob O'Mara
Bob O’Mara is both a current patient and volunteer at the Cancer Center. When applying to volunteer, he knew exactly what he wanted to do: "Snack cart guy."
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal cancer is cancer that develops in the esophagus, the muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach.
Featured Treatment Areas
Center for Thoracic Cancers
The Center for Thoracic Cancers offers patients and families access to one of New England's most experienced programs for the care of lung, esophageal and other thoracic cancers.
Esophageal Cancer Treatment Program
The Center for Thoracic Cancers offers patients and families access to one of New England's most experienced programs for esophageal cancer treatment.
Esophageal Program
The Esophageal Program in Massachusetts General Hospital's Division of Thoracic Surgery provides surgical treatment for esophageal cancer and a variety of benign esophageal disorders.
Gastroesophageal Surgery Program
The Gastroesophageal Surgery Program offers advanced surgical options to treat the complete range of gastroesophageal conditions, including gastric and esophageal cancers and benign esophageal disease.
Swallowing, Heartburn and Esophageal Disease Center
The Swallowing, Heartburn and Esophageal Disease Center provides both primary treatment and second opinion evaluations for benign throat, esophagus and stomach disorders.
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used by the Massachusetts General Hospital Digestive Healthcare Center to diagnose conditions in the esophagus, stomach and beginning of the small intestine.
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Patient Gateway
The Patient Gateway provides secure online access to your health information whenever you need it. Check upcoming appointments, communicate with your doctor’s office, review medications and pay medical bills—all seamlessly online 24/7.