The Department of Surgery is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Katherine Fischkoff as the new Chief of the Division of General Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. As a distinguished general and acute care surgeon with a keen interest in medical ethics, Dr. Fischkoff brings a wealth of expertise to her leadership role.
Minimally-invasive surgery to repair the mitral valve has evolved a lot over the years. Dr. Arnar Geirsson shares how robotic surgery works and why it’s a great option for most people who need surgical intervention for mitral valve disease.
The groundbreaking I-SPY trials for neoadjuvant breast cancer treatment show there is no difference in recurrence rates between those who undergo mastectomy versus those who undergo lumpectomy. A surprising discovery for researchers and clinicians alike.
Are you at risk for developing deep vein thrombosis on your next flight? Columbia Vascular surgeon Dr. Danielle Bajakian breaks down the myths and facts surrounding vein health and flying.
We spoke with Dr. Craig Smith about his new memoir, Nobility in Small Things: A Surgeon’s Path. An intimate portrait replete with the wisdom of experience and contemplation. In this expansive interview, Dr. Smith discusses the many themes of his book and the nuance therein.
Dr. Jason Hawksworth is one of the few surgeons in the U.S. doing complex liver surgery entirely on the robot. In this interview, he shares his passion for robotic surgery and plans for the future.
