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HeartMate 3™ Mechanical Assist Device FDA-Approved
… new left ventricular assist device, the Heartmate 3™ LVAD is now FDA approved. “We have received a Short Term … circulatory assist devices. “This is an important advance for patients struggling with advanced heart disease.” On August 28th, the day of FDA …
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Congratulations to Angie E. Heller, recipient of the Centers Health Care Patient Advocacy Award!
… their children … Her contributions provide a foundation for them and their families to develop and maintain healthy relationships throughout the cancer ordeal. … She is brave enough to accept intimacy and directly encounter … had taught her so much. “ The pancreas [support] group I facilitate … has had a profound effect on me. This is a …
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Latest News on COVID-19
… our top priority. We believe that taking this step now is in the best interest of all, and will help us to further … a dedicated hotline at 646-697-4000 . We apologize for the inconvenience this poses to you and your family, and … times, CUIMC & NewYork-Presbyterian have created a site with COVID-19 resources for all our patients, which is the …
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Sugahara Lab
… systems using peptides and nanomaterials. The goal is to accomplish tumor-specific drug delivery to obtain … the flagship tumor-penetrating peptide, is now in Phase I clinical trial as a co-injected enhancer of systemic combination chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer (NCT03517176). Dr. Sugahara has also …
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Weight Control in 12 Weeks Group Program
… Control Center at Columbia University Medical Center is offering an interactive, registered dietitian-led weight … healthier habits. Details This will be a 12-week group with up to 7 participants. Each session will last 60 minutes … format is intended to give everyone a voice and allow for individualized attention. Where The Weight Control Center …
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Thyroid Cancer
… | Diagnosis | Treatment | Prognosis/Outcomes What is Thyroid Cancer? Thyroid cancer is an overgrowth of cells … occur in women, people less than 55 years old, and those with Caucasians or Asian backgrounds. Anaplastic thyroid … it is one of the least deadly forms of cancer. For 2025, the American Cancer Society’s estimates for the …
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Fighting Peripheral Artery Disease One Step at a Time
… of Manalapan, New Jersey, decided to trade her cigarettes for a pair of running shoes. At age 51, she worked up slowly … severe, Jean went to a local hospital and was diagnosed with peripheral artery disease (PAD), a condition that had affected her father. PAD is a narrowing of the arteries carrying blood to the limbs. …
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Adult Congenital Heart Surgical Care
… Innovations have dramatically extended the lives of those with congenital heart disease. As a result, we now have a … body matures, we may need to revise childhood operations for septal defects (holes in the walls separating the upper … for Adult Congenital Heart Disease Care Our surgical team is part of the Schneeweiss Adult Congenital Heart Center , …
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Why Second Opinion?
… of those decisions may be enormous. What if this is the first time you have heard of the condition? According … patient will help you arrive at the decision that is right for you. Examples of healthcare decisions that may be … facility than was originally recommended; choosing to work with a different doctor; opting for one procedure over …
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The Heart-Growth Project: An Innovative Approach to Congenital Heart Disease
… a device would benefit neonates, children and young adults with congenital heart disease, reducing the need for multiple surgeries and greatly improving their quality of … activities. “Heart valve biological tissue-engineering is a promising avenue of research but this still has some …
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Jai Radhakrishnan, MD
… Dr. Jai Radhakrishnan, MD, MS is a Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Irving … Hospital. He provides comprehensive care for patients with complex kidney disease, with particular expertise in …
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Bile Duct Cancer (Cholangiocarcinoma)
… Cholangiocarcinoma is a type of cancer located in the liver’s bile ducts, which … will assess the patient’s general health, check for any signs of cancer, and review past treatments and … rates for bile duct cancer based on both location (i.e., inside or outside the liver) and severity (i.e., the …
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Diagnosing Pancreatitis
… may be performed to determine how well the pancreas is functioning. Laboratory Tests Blood testing may be done … that helps to digest proteins. Radiology CT scan to check for complications such as infection or fluid around the … Next Steps If you or someone you care for is dealing with pancreatitis, the Pancreas Center is here for you. …
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