Dr. Seims is a board-certified pediatric surgeon with an extensive background in research. He is the author of a number of articles and has presented research at national and international meetings. His professional interests include minimal access surgery, pediatric surgical oncology and congenital malformations.
The survival rate for esophageal atresia has improved significantly, due to advancements in surgical techniques and medical care, with most survivors living full and active lives. Still, the rare condition requires a well-trained surgical team and a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.
Aaron D. Seims, M.D., FACS, said he was drawn to surgery because of his experience growing up with a condition called pectus excavatum, a chest wall malformation. “Ultimately, I wanted to do for others what my surgeon was able to do for me,” he said.
