Katy A. Marino, M.D. Thoracic Surgeon
Primary Appointment Location
Surgical Oncology Clinic
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8211
Returning Patients
Overview
- Areas of Expertise
- Cancer Care
- Lung Cancer Care
- Accepting New Patients
- Yes
- Provides Second Opinion
- Yes
- Patient Type
- Adults
- Language
- English
About Dr. Marino
Clinical Biography
Katy A. Marino, M.D., is a thoracic surgeon specializing in minimally invasive surgery of the chest. Thoracic surgeons have specialized training in both benign and malignant diseases in the thorax, the cavity between the neck and abdomen. This includes the lungs, esophagus, thymus and chest wall.
Dr. Marino has a passion for her patients, their problems, and the solutions that minimally invasive thoracic surgery can offer them. Her goal is to provide each patient a safe and individualized approach by utilizing advanced technology and multidisciplinary teamwork.
Outside of work, Dr. Marino enjoys playing with her dog and working in the yard.
Dr. Marino's Academic Background
Faculty Appointments
- Department of Surgery — Division of Surgical Oncology
- Associate Professor
Education and Training
- Residency
- University of Tennessee Health Science Center
General Surgery - Fellowship
- University of Louisville School of Medicine
Thoracic Surgery - Medical School
- Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport
Professional Certifications
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery — Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Marino
UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.
Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Marino
UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.
- Cancer Surgery
- Chest Wall Resection and Reconstruction
- Diaphragm Repair
- Endoscopic Surgery
- Esophagectomy
- Heller Myotomy
- Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Lobectomy
- Nissen Fundoplication
- Pneumonectomy
- Rib Plating
- Robotic Assisted Thoracic Surgery (RATS)
- Thymectomy
- Tracheal Resection
- Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS)
Dr. Marino's Areas of Expertise
Cancer Care
The UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is Arkansas’ most comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility.
Lung Cancer Care (Part of Cancer Care)
Research is providing new hope for patients to overcome Lung Cancer and live long healthy lives.
Locations Where Dr. Marino Practices
Surgical Oncology Clinic , Primary Location
449 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Numbers
- 501-296-1200
New Patients - 501-686-8211
Returning Patients
Baptist Health / UAMS Thoracic Surgery Clinic (Part of UAMS Baptist Health Cancer Clinic — Little Rock)
9500 Kanis Road
Hickingbotham Outpatient Center
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72205
- Appointment Phone Number
- 501-202-4715
New and Returning Patients
Comment
Dr Marino and staff were personable and excellent
Date
Oct 29, 2025Comment
Very professional and knowledgeable but also patient and kind.
Date
Oct 09, 2025Comment
Dr Marino was fantastic
Date
Oct 08, 2025Comment
Exceptional
Date
Sep 26, 2025Comment
Attentive care received.
Date
Sep 26, 2025Comment
Almost text book normal
Date
Sep 26, 2025Comment
Dr.Morino was great. She was very helpful and informative
Date
Sep 03, 2025Comment
Dr. Marino has my upmost respect. Great doctor
Date
Sep 03, 2025Comment
Very pleased with everyone!
Date
Aug 23, 2025Comment
So far I'm very pleased with my experience with Dr Marino and he nurse
Date
Aug 07, 2025