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Gluten avoidance: hype or for health?
… By Deborah Gerszberg, RD, CNSC, CDN Clinical Nutritionist, The Pancreas Center Increasing numbers of Americans are avoiding gluten (a protein found in wheat, … barley, rye, and many processed foods), a trend that is fueling a great rise in the sale of gluten free products …
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John C Ausiello, MD
… Dr. Ausiello is instructor in Medicine at the College of Physicians and …
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Mesothelioma
… Mesothelioma is a cancer found in membranes lining the lungs or chest … exposure, namely by asbestos. It can cause shortness of breath and difficulty breathing. Treatment involves …
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Giovanni Ferrari, PhD
… Giovanni Ferrari, PhD, is Associate Professor of Surgical Sciences and Scientific Director of the Cardiothoracic Research Program at Columbia University. …
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General Surgery
… The Center for Advanced Surgery performs both elective as well as emergency surgery to treat the full spectrum of conditions affecting the esophagus, stomach, gallbladder, … spleen, and intestines. Minimally invasive surgery is our standard of care for both inpatient and outpatient …
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What We’re Reading: 05/15/20
… COVID-19 is still very much in front of mind. Here are a few highlights from the week that we recommend you check out— Daily COVID-19 …
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How to Apply
… How do I apply? The Program only accepts applications through the Electronic … September. In addition, we participate in the Main Match of the National Residency Matching Program . When should I … accepted through ERAS as early as September. Our deadline is November 1, 2020. Only complete applications will be …
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Cyclosporines (Neoral®, Gengraf®, Sandimmune®)
… Purpose Neoral® is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ rejection. Dosage The dose we prescribe for you is based on your lab values. … nausea/vomiting, hair growth, gum swelling, increased risk of infection, joint discomfort, leg cramping, low magnesium …
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Azathioprine (Imuran®)
… Purpose Imuran® is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ rejection. Dosage The dose we prescribe for you is based on your weight and … in the same 50mg tablet form, or in a liquid formulation of 10mg/cc. When At bedtime with your other nighttime …
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What to Expect at First Appointment
… During your first appointment at the Division of Colorectal Surgery you will meet with several members of … with you, the team will determine a care plan that is designed specifically for you. The first part of your …
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Geoffrey K Dube, MD
… Dr. Geoffrey Dube is an Associate Professor of Medicine in the Division of …
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Palliative Care Presentations and Research
… This quarterly report is a summary of the monthly Faculty Research Newsletter. …
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Understanding GERD
… Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is is a digestive disorder that affects the ring of muscle between the esophagus and stomach. Many people, …
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