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6 Grilling Tips to Avoid Carcinogens
… Summer is officially here , and it's time to kick back and relax as … and they don’t get HCAs! For smarter grilling, it is never too late to try some delicious, nutritious grilled … squash, peppers, or sweet potatoes grilled pineapple is a tasty dessert. …
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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 …
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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 …
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Vivian and Seymour Milstein Family Heart Center
… 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 …
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COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/2/20
… of Antelope Valley wildflowers. In her own words: “It is truly amazing what has been done in the ORICU - I am … from the Chair: 4/27/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/25/20 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 …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/30/20
… in armed conflicts and in natural disasters. Yes, it is getting that serious. Triage is a fundamental operating principle in field hospitals. … 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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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/2/20
… a welcome surprise. Today Steve Corwin announced that NYP is providing a $1250 bonus for everyone who has worked in or … for bonuses. True and admirable, but everyone in the world is looking for ways to show appreciation for what our people … 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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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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Waiting for a Lung Transplant
… depending on their blood type. During your wait, it is critical for you to maintain good nutrition and keep up … several hours of receiving notice that your new organ is available. Your transplant coordinator will have helped … in Touch Once you have been registered with UNOS, it is vital that you stay in touch with the lung transplant …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/29/20
… with us. Dear Colleagues, The slope of the new-case curve is steady. As long as that remains true, and for some period … relatively unfamiliar, demanding, and stressful roles. It is possible that everyone will have been redeployed by the … 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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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/5/20
… The steadily positive slope we’ve watched for a month is grinding and relentless. Scanning the daily statistics for … How are we performing, here in the epicenter? Mortality is 2.9% in New York State, derived from incidence and death … 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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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 …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/3/20
… ~2,000 COVID+ inpatients. The number of patients in ICUs is hovering stubbornly at ~25%. At CUIMC that figure is ~30%, 98% of whom are on ventilators. More distressing … 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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The Culture Consult: Dr. Abraham Kirkhely on What He’s Been Reading Lately
… and less severe COVID infection. One would predict this is related to the fact that bariatric surgery leads to … into account the potential for saving lives? ( From forbes.com / jamanetwork.com ) “Essentialism: The Disciplined … What We’re Reading: 03/12/21 What We’re Reading: 02/26/21 What We’re Reading: 02/12/21 What We’re Reading: …
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What We’re Reading: 03/27/20
… Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery This one is from us—Every evening we share Dr. Smith’s daily COVID-19 … for drop-off locations and information. ( From nytimes.com ) How Does The Coronavirus Behave Inside The Patient A … and what it will take to get them. ( From newyorker.com ) Now for some related yet unrelated reading to inject a …
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