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Spleen Disorders

… The spleen is an organ located in the left upper part of the abdomen. It is part of the body's immune system, helping to fight … rectal bleeding, and vaginal bleeding. The spleen is also susceptible to injury from trauma, such as falling or …

Last Modified: 09/12/2025 - 10:30

Elizabeth C. Verna, MD

… Dr. Elizabeth Verna is the Frank Cardile Associate Professor of Medicine in the … in end-stage liver disease and liver transplantation and is the Director of Clinical Research for the Columbia …

Last Modified: 02/21/2026 - 11:39

Our Breast Surgery Team & Locations

… , NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital Dr. Rao is a world-renown breast cancer surgeon and researcher. She … Center , NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Dr. Arith Reyes is a board-certified surgeon specializing in breast cancer … Medical Center , NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Dr. Sun is a board-certified breast surgeon trained in minimal …

Last Modified: 10/30/2025 - 14:09

What We’re Reading: 05/22/20

… COVID-19 is still very much in front of mind. Here are a few … distance, wear masks, and be vigilant. ( From nytimes.com ) ‘How Could the CDC Make That Mistake?’ Viral tests, … has improved. An important read. ( From theatlantic.com ) ‘It’s something I have never seen’: How the Covid-19 …

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

Advances in Treating Biliary Atresia

… this operation back to the United States." The operation is not only technically demanding, it doesn’t have standard … problems of liver failure, from such an early age. This is a huge benefit for families.” Dr. Jean Emond , Director … detection of the patients in whom the Kasai procedure is insufficient permits early transplantation with the best …

Last Modified: 12/02/2024 - 10:48

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/25/20

… Colleagues, It may be obvious that writing these Updates is a daily struggle to balance terror with reassurance. Today … me that I risk becoming the Jaws of doomsurfing. But this is a day I’m mostly astonished by the explosion of energy and … dealing with difficult peripheral access. POCUS and more is on the near horizon. Anesthesiology donated two …

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

Guide to Outpatient Surgery

… and Rectal Surgery will strive to ensure your experience is as comfortable for you as possible when you are here. … by calling the surgical nursing unit at 212.305.7000. Here is a summary of how your day will go: Arrive and Register 1 … you from feeling any physical discomfort. An alternative is for the procedure to be performed completely under a short …

Last Modified: 02/06/2026 - 10:54

Schedule an Appointment with Columbia Pediatric Surgeons in White Plains

… North Broadway in White Plains. William Middlesworth, MD , is a board-certified pediatric and general surgeon. He … Dr. Middlesworth in White Plains. Jeffrey Zitsman, MD , is board-certified in both pediatric and general surgery. Dr. Zitsman is the director of the Center for Adolescent Bariatric …

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

Advanced Detection and Treatment of Thyroid Cancer

… The Columbia Thyroid Biopsy Program is a leader in addressing multinodular thyroid disease and … step,” says Dr. Kuo. “Another advantage of our program is that we offer patients the full spectrum of care in a … under one roof and have an expedited path to surgery which is better for the patient psychologically.” Read more about …

Last Modified: 04/03/2024 - 12:59

Anna J. Varghese, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CNOR

… Anna Varghese is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner in the … evaluation and management of Pelvic Floor Disorders and is experienced in Anorectal Manometry, Biofeedback, and … Therapy. With her experience in the operating room, she is uniquely able to coordinate and optimize pre-operative and …

Last Modified: 03/15/2024 - 10:31

A Phase I/II Dose Escalation and Cohort Expansion Study of the Safety, Tolerability and Efficacy of Anti-CD27 Antibody (Varlilumab) Administered in Combination with Anti-PD-1 (Nivolumab) in Advanced Refractory Solid Tumors

… The primary purpose of this research study is to test the effectiveness (how well the drug works), … the body’s immune system to work against tumor cells. This is the first time varlilumab and nivolumab have been tested …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06

Stories of Hope: David Paffenroth

… and uncle, David James, was born in Tennessee. He truly is a blessing in our lives. We travelled to see him after he … us the CT was good — he was encouraging. The next scan is scheduled for Sept. 21st. We are truly blessed. So many … held onto HOPE and know that every day we are together is a gift to cherish. We continue to try to fight the good …

Last Modified: 01/13/2025 - 12:10

Surgical Instrumentation

… LTF Type VP Camera The VISERA laparoscopic video camera is 5mm in diameter. Once inside the patient's abdomen, the device is capable of angling 100 degrees in four directions, … Surgery The EndoSurgical Operating System™ (EOS), is used to perform EROS and GERD surgeries. The EOS includes …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

What to Expect at a Consultation

… with you, the team will determine a care plan that is designed specifically for you. After registering at the … performed, such as an Ultrasound, MRI or CT scan, it is critical to bring a copy of the images as well as the … you have had a biopsy performed at an outside facility, it is important to bring a copy of the report. The team may ask …

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

Resident Education: Simulation

… skills outside the OR, prior to working with a patient, is imperative for surgeons at all levels of training. The centerpiece for this shift in surgical education is simulation. As such, the Columbia Department of surgery … program. Surgical Skills Lab The Surgical Skills lab is available to residents 24 hours a day. It houses seven …

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