Dr. Tisol specializes in surgery of the chest including the lungs, esophagus, mediastinum and chest wall. His clinical interests include the treatment of benign and malignant diseases of the lung, esophagus and mediastinum. He is also interested in minimally invasive surgical techniques for diseases of the chest including hyperhidrosis. He incorporates multidisciplinary evaluation and management for patients with lung and esophageal cancers and advocates compassionate patient centered care. His future goals include regional outreach to underserved areas and development of a center for thoracic diseases.

Credentials:

Patient Care Emphases:
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Surgery-repair of benign problems/motility disorders
Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema
Laser and Stenting Procedures in Bronchi, Trachea, and Esophagus
Thoracic Sympathectomy for Hyperhidrosis or Causalgia
Pleural Diseases (tumors, fluid collections, infections)
Chest Wall (rib cage) Reconstruction for Trauma and Tumors
Lung Surgery - Abscesses and Diagnostic Procedures
Lung Cancer
Lung Transplantation
Extrapleural Pneumonectomy for Malignant Mesothelioma
Mediastinal Masses
Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis
Thoracoscopy/Minimally Invasive Surgery for Lung Disorders
Thoracoscopy/Minimally Invasive Surgery for Esophageal Disorders

Board Certification:
General Surgery

Clinical Practice:
Patient Age: All
Joined MCW: 2004

Clinical Practice Locations:
Cardiothoracic Surgery Clinic at Froedtert & Medical College Clinics

Education:
Doctor of Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1997

Training:
Residency, General Surgery, University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, 1997-2002
Residency, Thoracic Surgery, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals, Milwaukee, 2002-2004