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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/15/20

… shedding non-essential parts of their missions, and that is exactly where we are. Many of you have been working … physicians in determining levels of urgency. This is a trust we must take very seriously. I have elaborated on … respect, at the most fundamental levels, your Department is already fighting back. Craig R. Smith, MD Chair, …

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

Vascular Outpatient Lab Now Open in Riverdale

… of Vascular Surgery and Endovascular Interventions is now providing comprehensive vascular services at … and aneurysmal disease. The vascular outpatient lab is directed by Richard Schutzer, MD, who has expertise in …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

A Phase Ib/II, multicenter, open label, study of LEE011 in combination with MEK162 in adult patients with NRAS mutant melanoma

… The purpose of this protocol is to evaluate the effects of the combination of two drugs, … blood samples will be collected during this study. This is a phase Ib/II study (a phase Ib dose escalation part …

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

Kazuki Sugahara, MD, PHD

… Kazuki N. Sugahara, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery. Dr. Sugahara studies … One of his peptides, the iRGD tumor-penetrating peptide, is now in a first-in-human Phase 1 clinical trial for …

Last Modified: 04/25/2026 - 00:15

Selim M. Arcasoy, MD, MPH

… of lung transplant recipients at Columbia University is 90%, 5-year survival 65%, and 10-year survival 42%. Dr. … the OPTN to develop Continuous Distribution of Lungs. He is currently the Associate Chair for Advanced Lung Failure …

Last Modified: 04/25/2026 - 00:15

Lauren's Law — One Girl's Story From Patient to Advocate to Legislator

… compared to the average organ donor rate of 42%, New York is significantly lower – with only 18% enrolled to be organ … "yes" or "skip this question." Currently, this question is optional. Lauren's Law will take effect next year and with …

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

Mesothelioma

… Mesothelioma is a cancer found in membranes lining the lungs or chest … cavity or the abdominal cavity. Key Info Mesothelioma is frequently caused by environmental exposure, namely by … Mesothelioma occurs mainly in men over the age of 50 and is frequently associated with prior environmental or …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:24

Daniel Geisler, MD, has joined the Division of Colorectal Surgery

… Daniel Geisler, MD, FASCRS, is an internationally recognized colon and rectal surgeon. … Dr. Geisler pioneered single-port colorectal surgery and is one of just a few surgeons in the country doing this … cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and diverticulitis. He is a member of several advisory boards in various societies …

Last Modified: 02/14/2024 - 16:54

How to Apply

… accepted through ERAS as early as September. Our deadline is November 1, 2020. Only complete applications will be … reference, USMLE results, CV and Personal Statement. What is the interview date? We will conduct interviews in January, …

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

Fighting for Their Lives

… been incredibly normal,” says Elizabeth, or Lizzie as she is known. “There was no harbinger of anything wrong. I had … weeks after her admission, the last thing Lizzie remembers is waiting for her husband to find the Knicks game on tv. The … baby are now doing well and improving daily. The couple is beyond grateful to the whole NYPH/Columbia staff but three …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

What We’re Reading: 05/15/20

… COVID-19 is still very much in front of mind. Here are a few … let’s emulate what we know has worked. ( From newyorker.com ) I’m Deaf and I Lip-Read. All Those Masks Are Presenting … reminder to exercise empathy and awareness. ( From slate.com ) Now for some letters that spark joy... The Show’s …

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