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Quality, Full-Service Cosmetic Surgery
… Board-Certified Surgical Excellence Plastic surgery is a nuanced specialty that requires extensive training, … to patient safety and continuing education, which is essential in such a field that evolves rapidly. Latest … than two decades of experience, Dr. Jeffrey Ascherman, Site Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery, is a highly …
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Fixing the Gap in Breast Cancer Care in African American Communities
… By Michelle Azu, MD Cancer is a major public health problem worldwide. In the United States, it is the second leading cause of death, and it is estimated … breast health education, can help ease this disparity, but official action needs to be taken at the state level to help …
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Renal (Kidney) Transplantation
… pioneers in kidney transplantation procedures. Our goal is to get patients off the transplant list and able to live … procedures . Next Steps If you or someone you care about is in need of a kidney transplant, we can help. Call us at …
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Thyroid Nodules
… the neck Difficulty swallowing or breathing if the nodule is large Hoarseness or voice changes Overproduction of … During diagnosis, the most important questions to ask are: Is the nodule cancerous? Does the patient have too much … levels. Radioactive iodine scan – Shows whether a nodule is "hot" (producing excess hormone) or "cold" (not producing …
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Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancers
… Hereditary diffuse gastric cancer is a rare syndrome that can be caused by inheriting a … a mutation in the CDH1 gene from his/her mother or father is at significantly increased risk of developing diffuse … gastrectomy, esophageal anastomotic leak rates between 8-26% have been reported. Anastomotic stricture rates of up to …
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Our Super Specialty: Enterocutaneous and Intestinal Fistula
… Highlights A Focus on Quality of Life The Global Center is focused on delivering treatment for colorectal conditions … We understand your priorities—including how important it is to avoid the need for an ostomy bag. We have developed and … Global Center for consultations, procedures, and surgery is readily available. Our Team Colorectal Surgeons Pokala …
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Pediatric Surgery at Columbia
… across all specialties. Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital is proud of our tradition of innovation, and we continue to … & Services The pediatric surgical team at Columbia is trained in the full range of pediatric procedures and has … to teens, from the routine to the highly complex, our team is here to help your child. As part of Columbia/NYP's Morgan …
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Heart Rate & Rhythm (Arrhythmia) Care
… Michael Argenziano, MD | (212) 305-5888 Dr. Argenziano is a cardiac surgeon with decades of experience as a leader … aortic aneurysm surgery, and coronary bypass grafting. He is a specialist in all forms of transcatheter valve therapies and is the Surgical Director of the Structural Heart & Valve …
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Center for Acute Respiratory Failure Opens at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia
… cardiac failure in adults, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia is expanding further due to its new ECMO program. … critically ill patients to the Center. While ECMO is used at other centers, very few hospitals in the world … treats about 70 a year, and that number is growing. More unusual in the U.S. is the team's ability to …
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Rules, Regulations & Suggestions
… Some of these cases are not performed at the Allen, so it is necessary that those students in the Allen come down to … same work hours rules governing interns, as dictated by official P&S policy at … per week averaged over four weeks. Continuous (daily) on-site duty must not exceed 16 hours. Adequate time for rest …
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Uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS)
… Uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS) is a minimally invasive surgery that involves accessing the … thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS)? Because Uni-VATS is less invasive than traditional open thoracotomies, … or spleen can occur due to their proximity to the surgical site. There is also the possibility that the surgeon may …
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Cystic Fibrosis and Lung Disease
… Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a severe, genetically-determined disease involving the … tract, and other organs. Key info Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease causing the build up of thick, sticky … can be treated, but not cured medically Lung transplant is recommended in severe cases among those who are eligible …
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Aortic Valve Repair and the Ross Procedure
… blood thinners or early reoperation. One such procedure is known as the David procedure , in which the aortic valve … regurgitation in appropriate patients. The Ross Procedure is a surgical option for children and young adults with … aortic valve operation, a diseased aortic valve (which is either leaking or stenotic) is removed and the patient’s …
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Breast Reduction (Mammoplasty)
… The act of reducing the size of a woman’s breasts is known as reduction mammoplasty , or breast reduction … also have a difficult time with physical activities. This is another reason many women with large, pendulous breasts … result. Anesthesia for Breast Reduction Breast reduction is performed under general anesthesia. Before Breast …
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I Need a… Transplant Surgeon
… Our "I need a" series is a helpful guide to finding the care you need when you … failure, choosing your surgeon and transplant program is a big decision. So, before you start your search, let's … Performs Transplants? The label “transplant surgeon” is most often used to refer to liver and kidney surgeons that …
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