Thomas (TJ) Templin II, MD
Thomas (TJ) Templin II, MD, is a board-certified thoracic surgeon who specializes in cardiothoracic surgery for patients ages 15 and older. He has trained extensively in minimally invasive thoracic and foregut procedures, including minimally invasive lung and esophageal resections, sympathectomy, and anti-reflux revisions. He also has experience with advanced bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy, including EBUS, airway and esophageal stenting, and esophageal dilation.
Dr. Templin follows the Jesuit philosophy of cura personalis, which translates to care for the whole person; he treats individuals, not just diseases.
Specialties
- Thoracic Surgery
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophageal Cancer Surgery
- Lung Cancer
Credentials
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
Education
- Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
- Residency: Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE
- Fellowships: Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Madison, WI
Medical groups
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Franciscan Medical Group
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Puget Sound High Value Network
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Rainier Health Network
Languages
- English
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