As a thoracic surgeon in Hawaii, Dr. Shane Yamane is trained to perform complicated surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, heart and other parts of the chest.
Dr. Shane Yamane graduated from University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine in 1998.
Dr. Yamane has one office in Hawaii where he specializes in Thoracic Surgery and Vascular Surgery.
Dr. Yamane works with one doctor, Dr. Russell Harada.
Following rigorous and lengthy training, thoracic surgeons are uniquely qualified to perform complex surgeries on the chest, or thorax as it is sometimes called. Their focus is usually on the lungs, esophagus, and other areas of the chest, and may also include the heart. As such, Dr. Yamane may see patients in Hawaii for a wide range of surgeries, for example removing cancer causing tumors from the esophagus and chest wall, or even a lung transplant.
Vascular surgeons are trained to evaluate and treat complications and diseases of the circulatory system including arteries, veins, and blood vessels. Dr. Yamane may offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments, including the removal of plaque from arteries, treatment of varicose veins, and surgery to prevent aneurysms, heart attacks or coronary artery disease, among others.