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Apples!
… By Sabrina Oliver , RD, CSO, CDN Fall is officially here, which means the start of apple season. We … the proverb “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”… but is it true? The answer is: yes! Apples are definitely a healthy fruit – nutritious, delicious and cost effective! Health Benefits One of the many great …
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Are New OR Barrier Mandates Effective?
… lower infection risk may not significantly impact surgical site infection (SSI), hospital readmission, or reoperation, … the investigators. Although this study did not examine cost of implementing the new attire mandate, Dr. Kuritzkes … any clothing, Dr. Kuritzkes did emphasize that there is no evidence that this specific mandate reduces harm to the …
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Innovations and Outcomes (CIOR) Presentations and Research
… This quarterly report is a summary of the monthly Faculty Research Newsletter. … on Pharmacoepidemiology Montreal, Quebec, Canada, August 26-30, 2017 Ogbomo A, Keshishian A, Xie L, Lin Y, Baser O. A … O, Xie L, Patel MI. Real world treatment outcomes and cost among newly-diagnosed multiple myeloma patients treated …
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Chemotherapy for Pancreatic Cancer: State of the Union
… advances in chemotherapy for pancreatic cancer and why he is optimistic. What is your role at the Pancreas Center? Dr. Oberstein: I am part … of our patients in The Pancreas Center. How significant is this improvement for patients? Dr. Oberstein: …
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Liver Transplantation Presentations and Research
… This quarterly report is a summary of the monthly Faculty Research Newsletter. …
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Obesity Kills More Americans Than Previously Thought
… Most Americans are well aware that obesity is a serious health concern. We have learned that obesity can … medication and even surgery must be weighed against the cost of obesity in mortality, quality of life and health cost dollars. While prevention efforts can help prevent …
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Antonio Tito Fojo, MD
… to target such cancers more precisely. The ultimate goal is to develop novel therapies for these often very refractory … Related to this he has also written extensively about the cost of cancer therapeutics, the magnitude of the problem and …
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Stories of Hope: Jan Hilgeman's Story
… I never asked "why" I was the one with this diagnosis; it is a question without an answer. Getting the best treatment … the last treatment in mid-July 2013, I had become an official member of the one-year survivorship club. I … has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. My advice is always the same: call Dr. Chabot and don't stop living. …
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Our Super Specialty: Advanced and Recurrent Intestinal, Colon and Rectal Cancer
… while avoiding a permanent ostomy. Our Mission Our mission is to provide a patient-centered, multidisciplinary approach … Murray AC, Pasam R, Estrada D, Kiran RP. Risk of Surgical Site Infection Varies Based on Location of Disease and … Aug;4(3):226-31. doi: 10.1093/gastro/gov007. Epub 2015 Feb 26. PMID: 25725040; PMCID: PMC4976675. 23: Sanaka MR, Gohel …
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Editorial by Dr. Kurlansky Sheds Light on Risks of Heart Procedures in Patients with Diabetes
… editorial commentary, Diabetes: To graft or not to graft is no longer the question , was published together with three … than interventional procedures. Dr. Kurlansky says this is due in large part to the aggressive, systemic nature of … and shorter life-span.” Dr. Kurlansky cautions that cost analysis of treatment options must take into account …
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Six year-old Heart Patient Does Mini-Triathlon
… NYP/Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital is the largest referral center in New York for infants with … a champ throughout all three operations.” Now aged 6, Jack is an active boy who plays roller and ice hockey and has just … bases at a baseball diamond in Long Beach, New York. Jack is exceeding all milestones for physical development and is a …
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ColumbiaDoctors Bronxville | 1 Pondfield Road
… without having to come into the office. All you need is a smartphone or computer and an internet connection. … By Public Transportation ColumbiaDoctors Bronxvile is within reasonable transit distance with the use of … 511 or visiting MTA.info . By Car From Manhattan and other points south of the Bronx , get on the NY-9A N. To avoid …
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Weight Loss: Medical and Surgical Treatments
… States and this incision-less, non-surgical procedure is now being offered at our comprehensive obesity management … about 15% of starting weight, over 30lb on average (5+ BMI points) over a period of 6 months. The Orbera gastric balloon … about 15% of starting weight, over 30lb on average (5+ BMI points) over a period of 3-6 months. Weight loss may continue …
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Freezing Eggs: Fertility Planning and Preservation, in Practice
… from fertility evaluation to egg freezing. Dr. Brady is an Assistant Professor of OB-GYN at Columbia, and is … process. And studies have evaluated the most effective or cost-effective time to freeze eggs. One study suggested age … 30s. And it's really a conversation about balancing the cost and effort of freezing eggs, against what is the …
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Heart Disease Is Getting More Complex — But So Is Our Toolbox
… By Natalie Chang Key Takeaways: Heart disease is becoming more complex as people live longer, making way … would be a good fit for hybrid treatment, Dr. George points out, so clearly the team is doing something right. … is that surgical procedures provide durability at the cost of invasiveness,” says Dr. George. “In contrast, …
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