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Neurosurgery's Lead NP Shares Her Breast Cancer Story
… for its Cerebrovascular Division . Working with patients is something that suited Gaby’s inquisitive and caring … Gaby has just finished her preoperative chemotherapy and is preparing for surgery. As a dedicated neurosurgery nurse … age of 40 being diagnosed with breast and colon cancer. It is so important to stay up to date on your annual screenings …
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Our Heart Surgery Team
… for Cardiac, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery Dr. Takayama is Vice Chair for Cardiac, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery. … 305-8312 Chief, Division of Cardiac Surgery Dr. Geirsson is Chief, Division of Cardiac Surgery, the Director of the … of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery Dr. Argenziano is a cardiac surgeon with decades of experience as a leader …
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Pectus Excavatum
… Pectus excavatum is a condition in which the chest wall is sunken in, creating a caved-in appearance. Key Info Pectus excavatum is a relatively common congenital deformity. Severe cases of …
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Follow-Up Care After Lung Transplantation
… tests and checkups. The purpose of these important visits is to track your recovery progress and detect any potential … at the discretion of your transplant team if your recovery is proceeding without any complications. After three months, … shortness of breath, redness or draining pus at the site of your incision, a sore throat, pain during urination, …
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What Does an OR Nurse Do?
… We know that surgeons perform surgery. But who else is part of the process? In our What Do They Do? series, we … sure you're safe, cared for, and protected. That person is your OR nurse. So, what exactly does an OR Nurse do? A … procedure. They verify your name, procedure, and surgical site—part of a process called the surgical safety checklist. …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/11/20
… Shy Birds flying at a great distance seldom reached by the best of Guns” (James Audubon). Hope may be overhead! It was … all the bickering over whether epidemiologic modeling is a pragmatic tool or the devil’s work. In parallel, for …
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Bronchiectasis
… Bronchiectasis is a respiratory condition that causes the lung’s bronchial … bacterial infections, and difficulty breathing. There is no cure, but treatments are available that can help manage … possible causes of bronchiectasis. One of the most common is cystic fibrosis, but other causes include chronic …
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Sarcoma Care Program
… have the experience and expertise to bring you the best quality care, as safely as possible. To make a surgical … century, we posed a simple question to our doctors: "What is the single most futuristic thing we're doing in surgery … an extremely confusing group of tumors to treat, and it is best that those with sarcomas are cared for by a dedicated …
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Welcome to Esophageal Atresia Care
… Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) is a rare birth defect occurring in 1 in 2,500-4,000 babies … multidisciplinary approaches to ensure delivery of the best possible care and outcome. As children get older, we … your child’s school. For school districts without pre-made official forms or to help you get started, a sample letter …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/4/20
… of operations over the years. That was then, this is now. The new now, in “my" room, consists of several … to the front lines last week. Another of our partners is recovering, and will return next week. The scene in OR 22 … 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 …
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Nutrition Counseling
… Nutrition counseling is a free service offered to all patients of The Pancreas …
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The Columbia Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Center
… The mission of our Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Center is to prevent death from cancer and to maintain quality of … of experience navigating these challenges, and our team is committed to partnering closely with patients to provide the very best results for them and their entire families. The surgeons …
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Understanding Rectus Diastasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
… posture, and often your confidence. The good news is that effective treatments exist, ranging from targeted … specific core strengthening exercises. This approach works best for mild to moderate separations and for patients who … or complex cases, traditional open surgery may be the best approach. Your surgeon will recommend the approach that …
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