Expert thoracic surgery in London — when waiting isn’t an option.
Mr Marco Scarci is a consultant thoracic surgeon specialising in minimally invasive surgery for lung cancer, chest wall conditions, pneumothorax, and the full range of thoracic diseases. Most patients are seen within one week. No GP referral needed.
Why patients choose private thoracic surgery
Faster access. Specialist expertise. Better experience.
NHS waiting lists for thoracic surgery can stretch to 18 weeks or more. For conditions involving potential malignancies or progressive chest disease, that wait carries real risk. Private thoracic surgery offers a different path.
Seen within days, not months
Most patients are seen within one week of contact. Surgery is typically scheduled within 3–5 days of a confirmed plan. No GP referral required.
Subspecialty expertise
Mr Scarci performs over 5,000 minimally invasive thoracic procedures. VATS and robotic surgery for lung cancer, chest wall conditions, pleural disease, and more.
All major insurers accepted
Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, Cigna, WPA, and all major UK private health insurers. Self-pay with transparent fixed pricing also available.
Conditions treated
Lung cancer, benign chest conditions, and chest wall surgery in London
Lung Cancer
Diagnosis, staging, VATS lobectomy, segmentectomy, and robotic surgery. Outcomes consistently above national average.
PneumothoraxPneumothorax
Collapsed lung — first episode and recurrent. VATS bullectomy and pleurodesis. Same-week surgery available.
Pleural DiseasePleural Effusion & Pleurodesis
Fluid on the lung — diagnosis, drainage, biopsy, and definitive pleurodesis for recurrent effusions.
Pleural DiseaseEmpyema
Infected fluid in the chest cavity. VATS decortication and drainage. Urgent cases seen the same day.
Thoracic EndometriosisCatamenial Pneumothorax
Recurrent lung collapse timed to menstruation — thoracic endometriosis. VATS + hormonal MDT approach.
Lung CancerSecond Opinion for Lung Cancer
Told surgery isn’t possible? Mr Scarci reviews cases others have declined. Independent expert assessment.
Rib SurgeryRib Fractures
Surgical rib fixation (SSRF/ORIF) for multiple or displaced fractures. Significant pain reduction and faster recovery.
Rib SurgerySlipping Rib Syndrome
Chronic rib pain from unstable costal cartilage — frequently misdiagnosed for years. Surgical correction available.
Chest Wall SurgerySternal Fractures
Fractured breastbone — conservative and surgical management. Sternal fixation for displaced or non-healing fractures.
Chest Wall SurgeryUnexplained Chest & Rib Pain
Chronic chest or rib pain without a clear diagnosis. Specialist assessment to identify and treat the underlying cause.
Chest Wall DeformityPectus Excavatum
Sunken chest deformity — Nuss procedure and open repair. Both functional and cosmetic outcomes addressed.
Chest Wall DeformityRib Flare
Prominent lower ribs causing pain and deformity. Surgical correction for symptomatic cases.
Mediastinal SurgeryThymoma & Thymectomy
Thymus gland tumours and myasthenia gravis. Robotic and VATS thymectomy. >95% cure rate Stage I.
Thoracic OutletThoracic Outlet Syndrome
Nerve and vascular compression at the thoracic outlet. First rib resection and scalenectomy.
Diaphragm SurgeryDiaphragmatic Plication
Paralysed or elevated hemidiaphragm causing breathlessness. VATS plication restores normal breathing mechanics.
Hyperhidrosis & BlushingHyperhidrosis
Excessive sweating of the hands, face, or underarms. ETS surgery — minimally invasive, highly effective.
Hyperhidrosis & BlushingFacial Blushing
Involuntary facial blushing significantly impacting quality of life. ETS surgery when conservative measures fail.
Chest Wall SurgeryXiphoid Syndrome
Pain from the xiphisternum (lower breastbone). Diagnosis and surgical removal when conservative treatment fails.
Surgical approach
Minimally invasive surgery for faster recovery
The majority of thoracic procedures are performed using VATS (video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery) or robotic assistance — small incisions, no rib spreading, significantly reduced pain, and most patients home within 1–3 days.
VATS — Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery
2–3 small incisions. HD camera. Specialised instruments. No rib spreading. Reduced post-operative pain. Most patients walk the same day and go home within 24–48 hours.
Learn about VATS →Robotic-Assisted Thoracic Surgery
10x magnification. 540-degree instrument rotation. Elimination of hand tremor. Greater precision for complex procedures. Available for lobectomy, thymectomy, and chest wall surgery.
Learn about Robotic Surgery →“As a doctor myself, I can say with utmost confidence that you will simply not find a cardiothoracic surgeon with the same depth and breadth of knowledge as Mr Marco Scarci. He is the most brilliant and compassionate thoracic surgeon I have encountered. I am travelling to him from the United States despite being affiliated with Johns Hopkins. He deserves to be in the surgical hall of fame.”
Ready to take the next step?
A consultation gives you a clear diagnosis, a treatment plan, and direct access to one of London’s most experienced thoracic surgeons. Most patients are seen within one week.
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