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Second Opinion Services
… of Surgery Please call to request a consultation with the appropriate division. The Department of Surgery … same-day or next-day appointments. In some situations, it is possible to have a surgeon review your medical records for a fee. This will be determined on a case by case basis. …
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What We’re Reading: 05/22/20
… COVID-19 is still very much in front of mind. Here are a few … could have been prevented. This article is worth a read for the graphs alone, serving as a dire reminder of our … distance, wear masks, and be vigilant. ( From nytimes.com ) ‘How Could the CDC Make That Mistake?’ Viral tests, …
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NYP/Columbia Joins National Pulmonary Embolism Response Team (PERT)
… of the PERT Consortium, inaugurated in 2015, NYP/Columbia is in the vanguard of treating pulmonary embolism with a rapid response, multidisciplinary team led by Philip … Program Director at Columbia. A silent killer, PE is the third most common cause of death from cardiovascular …
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What We’re Reading: 05/01/20
… Mysteries are plentiful, and illuminating the struggle is an important step in getting answers. ( From newyorker.com ) The Coronavirus Could Cause a Child Abuse Epidemic We … evaluating the traumas collected from this era of pandemic for time to come. Households confined, dysfunction …
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What We’re Reading: 04/17/20
… Racial and socioeconomic factors are playing a role in who is most affected by COVID-19, with a disparate impact on … we already seem to know.” A must-read. ( From theatlantic.com ) The Coronavirus Pandemic Peaks in New York Hospitals If … up to date with essential details. ( From ny.gov ) Now for some related yet unrelated reading to inject a bit of …
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Columbia Colorectal Welcomes Two New Surgeons
… Surgery at Columbia offers wide-ranging surgical care for colon and rectal disease across 11 locations in the New … area. In 2019, the Division welcomed two new surgeons with expertise in advanced surgical treatment of inflammatory … of Chicago. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Zoccali is also an avid researcher. He has published more than 40 …
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Support Services After Lung Transplantation
… insurance during the pre-transplantation and work closely with you to ensure that all possible expenses, including … food and preparation requirements. A delicious recipe is highlighted in every issue of the heart and lung … TransWeb http://www.transweb.org United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) http://www.unos.org Keep Reading Our …
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Calculate your BMI
… Check your BMI with this easy-to-use calculator. Gender: Male Female Height … Your Excess Weight: pounds Your BMI: Estimated Weight Loss For: Patients who are morbidly or severely obese are at … problems and tend to have a shortened life span. There is also added potential risk from continued weight increase. …
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About Colorectal Conditions & Treatments
… The first step in making an effective treatment plan for a colorectal issue is fully understanding your condition and knowing all of your … Surgery Colonoscopy Pouch Surgery Can we help you with one of these colorectal conditions or treatments? Call …
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Thyroid Awareness Month - Introduction
… September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. Thyroid cancer is one of the most common cancers and is the fastest growing … Thyroid cancer affects women 3 times as often as men. With a timely diagnosis and appropriate treatment, we can …
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What We’re Reading: 02/21/20
… of awake craniotomies, surgeries that require alertness for in-the-moment feedback as doctors resect tumors and … of the brain responsible for vital functions. More special is what makes the personalized aspects of this particular … to our collective global health. ( From foreignpolicy.com ) How Common Mental Shortcuts Can Cause Major Physician …
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State of the Union: Aortic Surgery Today
… of these operations are planning. Maybe 10 or 20 percent is execution." Over the last several years, aortic surgery … to repair or reinforce the aorta without open surgery. I think we’re more aggressive about endovascular now. It’s … are faster, and they’re less physiologically stressful for patients. Historically, endovascular had a higher risk of …
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Gender Affirmation Surgery: A Discussion About MTF, FTM and N Top Surgery Techniques
… surgical component of gender affirmation care. Top surgery is a very individualized procedure whether having Male to … other way around. Let’s start with what Columbia offers for those seeking gender-affirming surgical procedures. Do we … something you plan to provide in the future? Yes. What I'd like to do is hire someone who specializes in gender …
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State of the Union: Weight Loss Surgery in 2025
… care in treating obesity. New Medications for Weight Loss What do you see as the most impactful … and another 30 percent are considered overweight. Obesity is also associated with many medical problems, such as … these medications. Availability and cost are big issues. I recently participated as a discussant at ASMBS , where Dr. …
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How You Can Help Us Make A Difference
… of medicine, and transform the established expectations for pancreatic cancer. To make this vision a reality, The Pancreas Center is launching a strategic philanthropic campaign to raise $10 … over the next five years. This is an ambitious goal. With your support, the Hope Ahead Campaign will help us …
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