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State of the Union: Heart Failure and Transplant in 2021 (PART 2)

… say what the longest time that people can live on an LVAD is, but we can say that we have patients that live more than 15, 16 years on an LVAD. And that the technology is evolving all the time. What should we know about the … It was so successful and we finished our recruitment so fast that we opened what's called a continued access program …

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

Breathing Easy: How One Woman Got Back Her Future

… old, 5’4” tall, and weighs 120 pounds—which, for Nell, is a miracle. A few months ago, she was down to 80 pounds and … Dr. Bacchetta recalls, “We knew that if we didn’t act fast, the window would close quickly for Nell. If we could …

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

A randomized, parallel-group, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multi-center study of eculizumab for the prevention of delayed graft function after kidney transplantation in adult subjects at increased risk of delayed graft function.

… Purpose A trial to determine if eculizumab is safe and could be used to prevent Delayed Graft Function … transplantation. Description Delayed Graft Function (DGF) is an early complication of organ transplantation, which … The study will consist of a primary study period through 26 weeks and a follow-up period through 52 weeks. Transplant …

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

Will Artificial Intelligence Transform Heart Care? Insights from Columbia Experts

… Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping everything from diagnostics to patient …

Last Modified: 12/23/2024 - 17:51

Staying Healthy After Liver Transplant

… received a diagnosis of liver cancer―and learned that this is a silent illness, one that often goes unnoticed in … “The surgery was flawless and my recovery time was fast,” Beverly recalls. “I left the hospital five days later, … one. “Maintaining a healthy lifestyle after transplant is critical,” says Dr. Wattacheril. “Beverly’s big problem …

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

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 12/21/21

… in this wave. As we learned in early March of 2020, this is a very fluid phase in an outbreak, and specific data I … to develop testing protocols that return people to work as fast as possible consistent with safety. An NYP/CUIMC task force is already working on that. This afternoon President Biden …

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

Minimally Invasive Fix for a Complex Aneurysm

… Del Colliano, media executive, author, and disk jockey, is a member of the boomer generation who stays fit working … aneurysm would tear,” he said. “We knew I needed surgery fast. But we took the time to do our research, and came to … as well as from a much smaller access point. “Dr. Borger is not only a highly skilled surgeon,” Jerry said, “but a man …

Last Modified: 03/17/2025 - 14:01

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/9/20

… of normal. Anxiety associated with that state of affairs is buffered by our ability to contribute to the fight against … when will the risk to patients return to baseline? That is a critical question about which very little is known. It’s … from the Chair: 3/27/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 3/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 3/25/20 COVID-19 …

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

Pacemakers and Defibrillators

… A pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that helps the heart beat … in a regular rhythm. An implantable cardiac defibrillator is a device that monitors your heart rate and delivers a … heartbeat), but is less commonly used for tachycardia (fast heartbeat). Pacemakers can be permanent (internal) or …

Last Modified: 02/03/2026 - 11:09

What We’re Reading: 11/22/19

… Doctors What does leadership mean to you? ‘Leadership’ is a word thrown around so frequently it sometimes loses … thought we’d see an effect. We didn’t expect to see it so fast.” ( From nytimes.com ) Surgery for Blocked Arteries Is Often Unwarranted, …

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

What We’re Reading: 01/24/20

… this week. Why getting enough vitamin D in wintertime is so important Vitamin D is essential for good health. It’s … the importance of getting enough. ( From washingtonpost.com ) Everything you need to know about the new coronavirus … and globally, the rate of childhood obesity is climbing fast. With so much concern and awareness, why don’t …

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

Paraganglioma

… and amount of energy available to the body. Adrenaline is the most common and well-known catecholamine. The adrenal … the operation, a beta-blocker may be given to slow a fast heart rate. However, a fast heart rate may also be a sign that the patient needs to …

Last Modified: 09/25/2025 - 14:46

Can Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers Really Help Your Heart?

… , that's very helpful,” Dr. Haythe said. “This is an extension of us in some ways.” One theme rang true … but its value lies in watching how it changes. “The key is trends,” Dr. Yarmohammadi added. “If something … feel good, go to the doctor,” says Dr. Haythe. “Your watch is not the final authority. The goal isn’t to watch your …

Last Modified: 03/20/2026 - 10:32

Our Super Specialty: Outcomes Research at the Global Center

… The Global Center Outcomes Research Group (GCORG) is a world leader in Outcomes Research. The surgeons and … urinary function. Analysis of risk factors for surgical site infections and strategies for prevention in colorectal … Endoscopy. Gastroenterology. 2014 Aug;147(2):502-26. doi: 10.1053/j.gastro.2014.04.001. Guidelines on genetic …

Last Modified: 01/30/2025 - 12:55