First, my impression is you're in a good place given that the tumor cells are localized and you have both surgery and chemo/radiation as options. I would highly recommend you ask these detailed questions to your surgeon. Is the surgery endoscopic or will they perform an esophogectomy? Big difference between the two. The good thing is you potentially could go the non-surgical route first, monitor and surgery later if warranted. Again, I'm not a Doctor so get some more clarity for your plan from the medical team. Best of luck... you've got this!