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Alyson N Fox, M.D.

… Dr. Alyson Fox earned her BA in Public Health at the Johns Hopkins University prior to attending the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine … by the Department of Medicine. Dr. Fox's clinical practice is focused on the management of patients with a variety of …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

Breast Augmentation (Mammoplasty)

… and/or fuller breasts. Key Facts Breast augmentation is among the most sought-after cosmetic procedures available. The … reasons for having a breast augmentation procedure. Some of the most common reasons are: Increase the size of small …

Last Modified: 03/20/2026 - 10:11

Policy and Guideline Library [DRAFT]

… Background In May 2015, a group of selected key Division Administrators, Directors, and staff met as part of the newly formed Business Intelligence and Process Enhancement Committee (BIPEC). The goal of BIPEC is to enhance the current processes governed by University …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:10

Thyroid Cancer Prognosis

… | Diagnosis | Treatment | Prognosis/Outcomes What Is The Thyroid Cancer Survival Rate? For people with … thyroid cancer , age is not as important a predictor of outcome. In general, those with medullary thyroid cancer …

Last Modified: 09/26/2025 - 11:40

Reducing Colorectal Cancer Risk: Nutritional Insights and a Fiber-Rich Recipe

… seeds, fruits, and vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of colorectal cancer. Reducing your intake of processed meats … cancer. National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month is a good time to remember all we can do to reduce our risk …

Last Modified: 05/03/2024 - 10:35

Jeffrey L. Zitsman, MD

… in Boston, and completed his Pediatric Surgery training at the Babies & Children's Hospital of New York. He is Board-Certified in General Surgery and Pediatric Surgery, …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 08:37

Disclaimer

… The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only, and is … health care provider for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical or health condition. Columbia University and …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:07

What We’re Reading: 10/18/19

… A few highlights from around the web that made it into our feeds this week. Childhood Obesity Is Rising 'Shockingly Fast' — Even In Poor Countries … epidemic. UNICEF released its most comprehensive report of child malnutrition in two decades and found that 1 in 3 …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

Christine H. Rohde, MD, MPH

… Dr. Christine Rohde is the Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery at Columbia. …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

Jennifer R. DeFazio, MD

… Jennifer DeFazio, MD, is a board-certified pediatric surgeon. She treats a broad range of pediatric conditions and is especially interested in the surgical management of neonatal and congenital diseases, …

Last Modified: 02/20/2026 - 10:38

Bariatric Surgery for Adolescents

… This article was originally published in 2017 In the spotlight this month: new data on the damaging long-term consequences of childhood obesity. A recent study from England shows that obesity in teens is a predictor of cardiovascular problems and diabetes later …

Last Modified: 05/06/2024 - 14:25

Gastric Cancer: A Concern for Baby Boomers

… Generally found after the age of 69, it's more likely to strike men than women According to … are diagnosed with stomach cancer every year. This cancer is generally found after the age of 69, and is more likely to …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Abraham Krikhely, MD

… Dr. Abraham Krikhely is the Chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatric …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)

… A tummy tuck ( abdominoplasty ) is a surgical procedure in which excess fat and skin are … particularly women who have had children. A growing number of men are also seeking tummy tuck procedures. The results are considered permanent, but are easier to …

Last Modified: 03/26/2026 - 13:56