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Our compassionate team of experts will help you every step of the way after a cancer diagnosis.

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If you’re a physician, we’re ready to work with you to provide care for your patients with cancer.

Our Approach

At Lynn Cancer Institute, our approach to cancer care is unique. We have over 30 oncologists, a full team of cancer professionals, and a staff of research nurses who provide compassionate, comprehensive cancer care and access to clinical trials that investigate the latest treatments.

We work closely with specialists in genetics, surgery, radiation oncology, medical oncology, pathology and imaging to deliver multimodality care. Each multimodality team specializes in a specific site of cancer. They use the most advanced technologies and available treatments to develop standards of care for your site of cancer.

By partnering, our renowned cancer professionals simplify the cancer care process for our patients. From advanced cancer screening, diagnosis and personalized treatment to Wellness and Survivorship programs, we help you focus on one thing — recovery. We’re ready to provide the individualized care you need.

The Advantage of Multimodality Care

The Advantage of Multimodality Care

At the Institute, we understand the importance of great care. Our multimodal approach to care brings together a team of physicians and healthcare professionals who specialize in a specific site of cancer. We are ready to care for you.

Nathaniel R. McElhaney, M.D., FACS

Thoracic Surgeon
Nathaniel R. McElhaney, M.D., FACS

Physician Spotlight

Nathaniel R. McElhaney, M.D., FACS, is a double board-certified thoracic surgeon with the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. He is certified in general surgery and thoracic surgery and specializes in treating conditions of the chest cavity and lungs, such as lung cancer.

Prior to joining Lynn Cancer Institute, Dr. McElhaney was a thoracic surgeon at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and Guthrie Corning Hospital, both located in Pennsylvania.

Dr. McElhaney earned his medical degree at Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. He completed a general surgery internship at Western Pennsylvania Hospital and a general surgery residency at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Md., where he served as chief resident. He also completed a cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

Dr. McElhaney collaborates with the multidisciplinary cancer team to provide each patient with comprehensive care. He strives to bring the most innovative techniques to lung cancer surgery, often performing minimally invasive surgery such as lobectomy and segmentectomy, which decrease patient morbidity. His clinical research focuses on ways to improve outcomes for patients with complex thoracic disease.

The patient-physician relationship is important to Dr. McElhaney. He spends time educating patients and families and addressing the questions and concerns they may have when dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Since cancer care does not end after surgery, he follows up with patients throughout their treatment journey. He also joins patients in celebrating positive outcomes and helps them find strength and resilience during challenging times.

In his free time, Dr. McElhaney enjoys hunting and listening to live music and his eclectic vinyl record collection. He is interested in classic cars, motorcycles and various motor sports. He also enjoys spending time with his wife and two children.

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