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Asthma
… breathing, and chest tightness. While there is no cure for asthma, a variety of treatments can help manage it and … sinus cavities, and other airways so that doctors can look for any abnormalities or infections that may be obstructing … asthma, its severity, and the unique needs of the patient. For most patients, however, treatment should begin with …
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Stomach Cancer Care (Gastric Cancer)
… Minimally invasive approach Prophylactic Total Gastrectomy for Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancer Medical Oncology … chemotherapy Hormone receptor therapy Clinical Trials For more information about the Gastric Cancer Care Program or … stomach cancer surgeries and over 300 robotic surgeries. For patients with gastric adenocarcinoma, Dr. Yoon’s average …
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More than 20 Columbia Surgeons Named New York’s Super Doctors
… the Legacy, physicians must have been named a Super Doctor for 15 years. Jeffrey Ascherman, MD | Plastic & … of Fame, physicians must have been named a Super Doctor for 10 years. Emile Bacha, MD | Pediatric Cardiac Surgery … Surgery Sign up for our mailing list for more health news and information from Columbia. …
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How to Talk to Kids About Surgery
… child, and, most importantly, will your child be ok? But for a kid going through such a big event, the person they … Find out about the Department of Pediatrics at Columbia Visit our pediatrics news page Subscribe to Healthpoints and never miss an update. …
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Pediatric Surgery Presentations and Research
… Arterial Switch Operation and Damus-Kaye-Stanzel. Bacha EA. How I Do It: Pulmonary Valve Preserving Strategies. Bacha … Therapies for Respiratory Failure Keystone CO, Feb 26, 2018 Ariela Zenilman Hybrid Mechanisms of Cardiac Support … Mattar SG, Michalsky M, Podkameni D, Reichard KW, Stanford FC, Zeller MH, Zitsman J. ASMBS Pediatric Metabolic and …
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Thyroid Nodules
… What Causes Thyroid Nodules? Thyroid nodules can develop for several reasons, including: Iodine deficiency – Low … incidentally during an imaging test being performed for another reason. During diagnosis, the most important … our team can help confirm your coverage. Related Programs Visit our Thyroid Biopsy Clinic Learn about all our programs …
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Spina Bifida/Myelomeningocele
… of nutritional, environmental, and genetic factors. For example, low levels of vitamin B-9 (folate or folic acid) … have been linked to an increased risk. Other risk factors for spina bifida include the following: Diabetes : Women with … the amniotic sac surrounding the baby, which they test for genetic and developmental abnormalities. Blood Tests : …
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Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (AWR)
… as a result of previous surgeries. Who is a Good Candidate for AWR? People who have a recurrent abdominal hernia, a … (seroma) Hernia recurrence How Do Patients Prepare For the Procedure? Follow all instructions provided by the … Advil, Motrin, or other aspirin-containing products for two weeks. If instructed, stop taking other medications …
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The Heart: A Love Story
… at the colony Cyrene in Libya were quick to adopt its use for another vital purpose: contraception. The heart-shaped … drug (without proven efficacy), it wasn’t long before news of its power spread. The Romans grew so obsessed with silphium that they stamped silver coins with the plant’s heart-shaped seedpod on one side and …
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Preparing for Hernia Surgery: Essential Supplies and Tips for a Smooth Recovery
… the right surgeon was the hard part. Setting yourself up for a comfortable recovery? That is something you can … advice on everything you need to know about getting ready for your surgery and creating the best environment for recovery. Before You Do Anything Else Create Your …
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Stories of Hope: Alyson's Story Update
… since I paddled down the Hudson River to raise awareness for Pancreatic Cancer. And this update is written in hopes of … been amazing. I am even more happy to say that on November 26, 2013, during Pancreatic Cancer awareness month I was able … Fund, please contact me at courage_and_strength@yahoo.com Courage, Strength & Hope, Alyson Peluso Read about …
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Our Vascular Programs & Services
… call (646) 317-8282 or use our appointment request form . For the Eastern Vascular team in the Bronx, call (914) … a group of dedicated vascular surgeons working with the latest technology and with the collaborative support of … to bring you the highest quality vein care available. Visit Vein Program Peripheral Artery Disease Care Peripheral …
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Vascular Surgery Presentations and Research
… Case Examples –Decision making and Treatment Selection for Patients With Complex Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms … General Hospital Vascular Symposium Boston, MA, April 26-28, 2018 Patel V: Open surgery should be primary … Journal link | PubMed link Klarin D, Cambria RP, Ergul EA, Silverman SB, Patel VI, LaMuraglia GM, Conrad MF, Clouse …
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One Living Donation Saves Three Lives: NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia Performs the First Domino Split-Liver Transplant in Adults in the U.S.
… complex transplant techniques and expanding the donor pool for recipients in need. On July 8, 2025, in the rare … whose original liver, which did not work properly for them because of a metabolic disorder but otherwise … patients getting a liver transplant and improving outcomes for both donors and recipients,” says Dr. Tomoaki Kato , …
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Columbia Hernia Center
… to say Who We Treat The Columbia Hernia Center offers care for those dealing with a new or recurrent hernia, no matter … Hernias Diaphragmatic Hernias For hiatal hernia care, visit our dedicated Reflux and Hiatal Hernia program … start. Today, we’re learning how to find a Hernia surgeon. Visit our 'I Need a… Hernia Surgeon' guide » Stories & …
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