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What Does an OR Nurse Do?
… perform surgery. But who else is part of the process? In our What Do They Do? series, we explore some of the … surgery, you may not remember much about what happens in the operating room—but there's someone there the entire … So, what exactly does an OR Nurse do? A Patient's Advocate in the OR Operating Room nurses—also known as perioperative …
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Cosmetic Ear Surgery (Otoplasty)
… of the ear. It may be right for you if you have a defect in the ear structure that was present at birth that became … macrotia Protruding ears occurring on one or both sides in varying degrees (not associated with hearing loss) Adult … natural shape. This procedure is performed quite commonly in both children and adults. Anesthesia Otoplasty can be …
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Columbia Orthoplastic Surgery Program
… Surgery Program brings together leading experts in orthopedic and reconstructive plastic surgery for … wound complication rates and higher patient satisfaction in recovery. To learn more about our personalized approach … our surgeons to tackle a wide variety of complex problems in a way that best supports each patient. Data shows that …
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Michael’s Journey Underscores the Importance of Specialized Hernia Care
… Michael Brennock was first diagnosed with prostate cancer in October 2022, he knew he was in for some struggle. By February 2023, he had undergone … follow-up, Michael noticed something unusual—a bulge in his abdomen. "I think I have a hernia," he told his …
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Can Data Help You Find the Best Heart Surgeon?
… one of the first open heart surgeries on a 5-year-old girl in 1952 to correct a birth defect that left a hole in the wall of the upper chamber in her heart. Today, cardiac … have and base the conversation of outcomes around those points. “Our job is to know our own data, but tailor our …
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By Letting Patients Lead, We Can Advance Medicine
… By Natalie Chang Key Takeaways: Letting patients lead in medical consultations fosters trust and understanding. Dr. … to just direct them to lose weight. As Dr. Wattacheril points out, obesity is highly associated with adverse … that point,” she says. Participating in those studies, she points out, can also teach patients invaluable things about …
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Columbia Lung and Esophageal Center of New Jersey
… esophageal cancer, and reflux. We have special expertise in complex lung conditions like interstitial lung disease … outcomes right to your neighborhood. Our experts in lung, chest, and esophageal care are available every … the same quality care you’ve come to expect from an in-person visit, without having to come into the office. All …
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Dr. Sheldon Marc Feldman at 2012 New York Reiki Conference, Part 1
… who was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was only in her 30’s, an event that impacted the course of his life. … a breast cancer surgeon instead of continuing his studies in thoracic surgery. He passionately expressed how his sister … option to create that better way forward. The environment in which Dr. Feldman was speaking so openly on that beautiful …
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Overcoming Parathyroid Cancer
… your mom. My name is Greer Dawes. I am a Math teacher in a middle school, but before I became a teacher, I was a medical microbiologist, for many years — working in a medical laboratory, studying microorganisms like … “Do you know that your mother’s calcium levels are 13 points up?” And I said, “No, and yes.” I related to him the …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/30/20
… of viral nucleic acid by PCR. A positive test will result in cancellation unless the urgency of the operation outweighs the additional risk of operating in a COVID-infected patient. Unfortunately, there is almost … patients having simple procedures, visitors help at key points like drop-off, pick-up, and receipt of discharge …
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Following Life-Changing Facial Surgery, 16-Year-Old Jade Returns to Dance and to Herself (From People Magazine)
… Magazine , published 8/20/25. Original story featured in NYP's Health Matters Jade Metivier was 14 years old when … speak and breathe more easily. Following the procedure in May 2023, her eyes were sewn shut and she was intubated. … Taylor Swift song. A video of the sweet moment shows Jade in a hospital bed at New York-Presbyterian, in New York City, …
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Endocrine Neoplasia Clinic at Columbia
… tumors that form within the endocrine system, including in the thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, and adrenal glands. … offers everything you need for your care on one team and in one center. Unmatched Surgical Expertise Our skilled …
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Columbia Colorectal Care in Westchester
… for colorectal conditions. Columbia is a recognized leader in colorectal care, combining personalized treatment with the latest evidence-based advancements in medical and surgical technology. If you would like to find … get the care you need. We have multiple practice locations in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. We also offer virtual …
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Bicuspid Aortic Valve Program at Columbia
… that control blood flow to the aorta, the largest artery in the body. A bicuspid aortic valve has two leaflets, which … is necessary. Columbia is one of the few institutions in the world specializing in complex operations like the Ross procedure and David …
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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
… syndrome (ARDS) occurs when the millions of tiny air sacs in the lungs, called alveoli, fill with excess fluid. This can be the result of any kind of injury to or illness in the lung. Key Info ARDS occurs when the air sacs in the lungs, the alveoli, fill with fluid. This prevents …
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