About
Dr. McCarthy is a cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in lung transplantation. He is involved in all areas of thoracic surgery, with emphasis on surgery in patients with advanced lung disease. His interests include lung transplant, ECMO, lung volume reduction surgery, parenchymal-sparing lung cancer resections and antireflux surgery for patients with chronic lung disease. His research is focused on efficient healthcare delivery and medical device development in academic medical centers. He is the co-founder of a medical device startup company and holds several patents.
Languages spoken
- English
University affiliation
Education & credentials
Board certifications
- Surgery
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Medical School
- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL
Fellowships
Thoracic Surgery, University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, Seattle, WA
Residencies
- McGaw Medical Center, Chicago, IL