Private Thoracic Surgery · London · NHS & Private
Consultant Thoracic Surgeon in London — seen this week, with answers at your first appointment.
If you’re facing a lung diagnosis, recurring chest pain, or an NHS waiting list — Mr Scarci offers same-week consultations, no GP referral needed, and a clear plan from day one. All major insurers accepted. Self-pay welcome.
What Is Thoracic Surgery?
Lung, chest wall, diaphragm — everything except the heart.
Before we discuss treatment, it is helpful to understand what a consultant thoracic surgeon actually does. Many people confuse this speciality with cardiothoracic surgery or cardiac surgery.
While cardiothoracic surgery encompasses both heart and chest operations (including coronary artery bypass surgery, heart transplant, and treatment for coronary artery disease or heart failure), thoracic surgery focuses exclusively on your lungs, chest wall, diaphragm, and chest cavity — everything except the heart and blood vessels.
This distinction matters enormously. A thoracic surgeon dedicates their entire practice to conditions affecting your respiratory system. When you’re struggling to breathe or facing a lung cancer diagnosis, you want someone whose medical school training, speciality training, and daily practice revolve around conditions exactly like yours.
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Seen within days. No referral needed. Mr Scarci reviews your scans before you arrive.
Call 020 7459 4367
Why Mr Marco Scarci?
Expertise, compassion, and outcomes that speak for themselves.
Mr Scarci has served on the governing council of most learned thoracic societies worldwide. He holds professional memberships with the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, the American College of Chest Physicians, the European Board of Thoracic Surgery, and the American College of Surgeons.
A Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons with over 200 publications in leading medical journals, his resection rates and clinical outcomes are consistently over 25% better than the national average. He is an honorary senior lecturer at the National Heart and Lung Institute, part of Imperial College London.
But credentials alone don’t tell the whole story. What sets Mr Scarci apart is his ability to combine cutting-edge surgical techniques with genuine compassion.
“He made me feel like I was his only patient that day.”
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How Mr Scarci Can Help You
Lung conditions, chest wall surgery, and complex thoracic cases.
Mr Scarci treats both malignant and benign thoracic conditions. If you recognise yourself in any of these, a consultation can clarify your options and reduce uncertainty.
🫁 Lung Conditions
- Lung cancer & tumours — wedge resection to pneumonectomy
- Pleural effusion (fluid on the lung)
- Pneumothorax (collapsed lung)
- Progressive lung disease
- Empyema (chest infection)
- Catamenial pneumothorax
🦴 Chest Wall & Rib Conditions
- Pectus excavatum & pectus carinatum
- Rib fractures & flail chest
- Slipping rib syndrome
- Sternal fractures
- Xiphoid syndrome
- Unexplained chest & rib pain
⚕️ Other Complex Conditions
- Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)
- Facial blushing
- Mediastinal masses & thymoma
- Myasthenia gravis (thymectomy)
- Diaphragmatic paralysis & plication
- Thoracic outlet syndrome
Private Thoracic Surgery in London — locations and access to expert care.
Mr Scarci operates at London’s finest private hospitals and outpatient clinics across North, Central, South, and West London. These institutions feature state-of-the-art surgical units, advanced imaging technology, and comfortable recovery environments, all staffed by experienced nursing teams.
His NHS base is at Hammersmith Hospital. The network of outpatient clinics allows you to access convenient follow-up care close to home during recovery.
From first contact to full recovery — what to expect.
For patients unfamiliar with private care, here is exactly what happens.
Initial Consultation
Your first appointment centres on understanding your symptoms, concerns, and what matters most to you. Mr Scarci reviews your test results, thoroughly examines you, and explains your condition in clear language. You’ll have time to ask questions, explore treatment options, and comprehend different approaches.
Thoracic Surgery
Whether you’re undergoing keyhole surgery, robotic surgery, or another minimally invasive approach, you’ll be cared for in advanced surgical units by teams experienced in thoracic procedures. The use of minimally invasive techniques means less disruption to your body while maintaining surgical precision.
Recovery & Aftercare
Your hospital stay depends on your specific procedure, but many patients are surprised by how quickly they feel ready to go home. Specialist nurses provide detailed instructions about wound care and activity levels. Follow-up appointments ensure your recovery progresses well, with careful monitoring of your lung function.
Mr Scarci is transparent: he doesn’t claim to be the cheapest thoracic surgeon in London. What he offers is expertise gained over decades, access to the most advanced surgical techniques and minimally invasive approaches, and personalised care focused on achieving the best possible clinical outcomes.
He deeply respects that healthcare decisions involve both medical and financial considerations.
What matters most is that you find a thoracic surgeon you trust completely, whose approach aligns with your values, and whose expertise gives you confidence in your treatment plan.
What patients say
Choosing a surgeon is about confidence, clarity, and trust.
“As a Doctor, 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. I am travelling to him from the United States despite being affiliated with Johns Hopkins — and my husband is a pulmonary and critical care physician at Brown. He deserves to be in the surgical hall of fame.”
Frequently asked questions about thoracic surgery.
The first step takes less than two minutes.
Book online, call, or send a WhatsApp message. Urgent cases seen the same day. Routine new patients within 24–48 hours. No GP referral needed. No waiting list.
