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Lung Cancer Screening Program
… complications. The core of this comprehensive program is a 10-minute imaging exam with low-dose computed tomography … using a very small amount of radiation. The screening tool is very effective at finding lung cancer before it causes symptoms, when it is still treatable. Studies have shown that when used …
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Adult Cardiac Surgery Section
… the Division of Cardiac, Thoracic, and Vascular Surgery, is dedicated to leading the field of heart surgery through … hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. If you or someone you know is interested in getting help from our team, learn more on our clinical care site: Adult Cardiac Surgery Patient Site Aortic Center …
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Bicuspid Aortic Valve Program at Columbia
… Aortic Valve Program, please call (212) 305-6936 . What is a Bicuspid Aortic Valve? The aortic valve usually has … bicuspid valves allows us to define when and if surgery is necessary. Columbia is one of the few institutions in the world specializing in …
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Isaac George, MD
… and a fellowship in interventional cardiology in 2012. He is a Professor of Surgery and Medicine, the Surgical Director … Co-Director of the Mitral and Tricuspid Center. Dr. George is board certified in thoracic (cardiac) surgery. His … He performs 150 to 200 open heart surgeries each year and is the highest-volume heart surgeon in New York State. His …
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Heart Attacks & Cardiovascular Care
… be equipped to handle. The Latest Technologies Columbia is a proven leader for surgical innovation. We offer access … Michael Argenziano, MD | (212) 305-5888 Dr. Argenziano is a cardiac surgeon with decades of experience as a leader … Adham Elmously, MD | (212) 305-4980 Dr. Adham Elmously is a dual-trained cardiac and vascular surgeon at …
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Pancreatic Cancer: Family History and Genetics
… and family history in pancreatic cancer. What follows is the first in a three-part series of the most popular … are the main causes of developing pancreatic cancer? What is the average person’s risk of developing pancreatic cancer … In these “sporadic” cases of pancreatic cancer, there is no identifiable inherited gene involved and in an average …
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Faculty Spotlight: Fay Kastrinos, MD – Gastroenterologist
… Program , where she sees patients every Friday. What is your role at the Pancreas Center and the Muzzi Mirza Program? Dr. Kastrinos: My role is to help patients assess their risk for pancreatic cancer based on their personal and family history. This is a very important part of patients’ care at the Pancreas …
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Teach Them Young: Lemonade Stand Raises Money for Sick Kids at NYP/Columbia
… thinking about while planning the lemonade stand. “Giving is an art form, and we try to teach our children that anyone … can give back.” says their dad, William Villafranco. “This is something we live. Our entire family does too.” Luisa, … daughters from my previous marriage. They range from age 26 to 31. And we always instilled in them the importance of …
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ColumbiaDoctors Bronxville | 1 Pondfield Road
… without having to come into the office. All you need is a smartphone or computer and an internet connection. … By Public Transportation ColumbiaDoctors Bronxvile is within reasonable transit distance with the use of …
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Stories of Hope: Jan Hilgeman's Story
… I never asked "why" I was the one with this diagnosis; it is a question without an answer. Getting the best treatment … the last treatment in mid-July 2013, I had become an official member of the one-year survivorship club. I … has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. My advice is always the same: call Dr. Chabot and don't stop living. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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Your Aortic Aneurysm Surgery: What To Expect and FAQs
… a balloon, the larger the aneurysm, the more likely it is to rupture. Surgery can remove the aneurysm and prevent … Surgery: We’re here for our patients for life. Our goal is to build trust and establish a long-term relationship with … either during or after, risk of infection at the incision site, stroke (particularly during surgery on the ascending …
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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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