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History of Medicine: The Galling Gallbladder

… most common surgical procedures performed each year. It is the treatment of choice for inflammation of the gall … caused by gall stones. But removing the gallbladder is a relatively recent development. Prior to the late 1800s, … future. With chole-cyst-ostomy procedures given the official back seat, open chole-cyst-ectomy became the gold …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (P&S)

… solicit customers with offers of transportation; use official taxi stands whenever possible, especially at … airports. By Car The most direct way from most locations is to follow directions leading to the George Washington …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:09

Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:09

What We're Reading: 05/09/2025

… week. My Brain Finally Broke Jia Tolentino's latest essay is a poignant exploration of how digital overstimulation has … a question worth pondering for us all. (from newyorker.com) Medicine of the Soul In this powerful essay, Columbia … and robust public health infrastructure. (from nytimes.com) Related: “Dr. AI” Video Series: Can ChatGPT Step Up …

Last Modified: 05/09/2025 - 14:16

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/6/20

… fluid density x force of gravity x height of the dam). It is popular to conceptualize our enterprise as a pyramid. NYP/CU leadership is perched at the top, with doctors just below, then … 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

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/8/20

… all the rest of us are holding our breath in hope that NYC is peaking. At NYP, today and yesterday there were more … for those who might not know: serious viral pneumonia is customarily treated by pulmonologists and … 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

Courage to Share: The Importance of Publishing Adverse Surgical Outcomes

… This is a conversation with Paul Kurlansky, MD , Associate … you talk a little about why publishing a study like this is so important? I had the pleasure and honor of working with … him for his courage. The classic paradigm in surgery is, "We did X many cases, had great results," or "Our …

Last Modified: 01/30/2025 - 15:13

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

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/11/20

… all the bickering over whether epidemiologic modeling is a pragmatic tool or the devil’s work. In parallel, for …

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

Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery at Columbia

… for open surgery. The Thoracic Surgery Program at Columbia is a world leader in minimally invasive surgery, even for the … of Innovation The Thoracic Surgery Program at Columbia is at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery. Thanks to … many benefits for patients, the skill of the surgeon is still the most important factor to consider. Columbia is …

Last Modified: 03/27/2026 - 11:43

Nonsurgical Lung Treatments

… condition and its severity, will determine which treatment is most effective. Key Facts While surgery is considered the most effective way to treat many lung … Medications In most cases, the purpose of medication is to reduce the symptoms of lung disease, such as coughing …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:48

Center for Acute Respiratory Failure and ECMO Program

… ability to deliver oxygen directly to the blood. What is the goal of ECMO? The main goal of ECMO is to support the body when the lungs and sometimes the heart … and the Center for Acute Resipratory Failure at the site of our hospital partner, NewYork-Presbyterian: …

Last Modified: 03/06/2026 - 00:03

Bill Gillmore's Story

… For that gift, I will be eternally grateful. My recovery is complete. I am active—I began working stained glass, … Center staff. Thank you, thank you so very much. The world is a better place because of all of you. Your compassion, … surgery at Columbia University's Pancreas Center and is now cancer free. Bill and I both have a new lease on life. …

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

Nutrition Counseling

… Nutrition counseling is a free service offered to all patients of The Pancreas …

Last Modified: 01/20/2026 - 18:38

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/10/20

… people—have died. The overall mortality rate for COVID-19 is similar. Almost all of my patients meet me beforehand, … make a brief visit to show respect. None of this routine is unique to me. Contrast that with what happens to COVID-19 … 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