Michael F. Reed

Michael F. Reed, MD serves as Professor in the Department of Surgery and Chief of the Division of Thoracic Surgery at Penn State College of Medicine. He holds dual appointments at the Penn State Heart and Vascular Institute and Penn State Cancer Institute, where he leads Next-Generation Therapies initiatives. His clinical focus encompasses complex thoracic surgical procedures and innovative respiratory interventions.

Dr. Reed's research spans thoracic surgery, lung cancer management, and minimally invasive techniques, with significant contributions to endobronchial valve therapy and chest tube management protocols. His fingerprint analysis reveals dominant expertise in lobectomy (100%), lung cancer (74%), video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (47%), and endobronchial valves (45%). Current work emphasizes quality improvement in postoperative care and novel treatments for severe emphysema.

Key scientific recognition includes the 2024 Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching, highlighting his dual commitment to clinical innovation and medical education. Recent publications demonstrate focus on:

• Optimizing chest tube removal protocols
• Long-term outcomes of valve-based emphysema treatments
• Comparative oncologic surgical approaches

Dr. Reed maintains active clinical leadership through the Division of Thoracic Surgery, directing research initiatives that bridge the Heart and Vascular Institute with Cancer Institute therapeutic programs. His collaborative network spans respiratory medicine, surgical oncology, and interventional pulmonology disciplines.