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Overcoming Parathyroid Cancer
… full recovery, but the lessons from her story are crucial for all of us to understand. Jump to a Section: Background … her hearing. If you speak slowly, even over Facetime, she can read lips. She doesn’t distinguish voices. She can hear environmental sounds. So …
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Understanding Lung Cancer Screening: A Conversation with Desireé Darrisaw, NP
… are eligible for screening are never offered it or aren’t sure whether they qualify. At Columbia, our Lung Cancer … a concerning nodule, the beauty of this program is that we can usher patients right into evaluation with the thoracic … we can help you find out. You don’t need a referral to ask questions. Call the Lung Screening Program: (212) …
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Finding a Thyroid, Parathyroid, or Endocrine Surgeon
… Now, selecting a new and vital part of your medical team can pile on yet additional stressors. The aim of this post is … number of procedures they have done. Do not be afraid to ask your potential surgeon: How many thyroid, parathyroid, or … you will be responsible after your treatment. (If you don’t yet have health insurance, it is beyond wise to immediately …
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For Thyroid Nodules, New Non-Surgical Techniques in Thermal Ablation Are Taking Center Stage
… the program for radiofrequency ablation (RFA) at Columbia. Can you give us an overview of the latest in RFA treatment … space, we’ve also been a place for a lot of international folks to come and get trained. The US is doing pretty well in … done. With RF and microwave in thyroid nodules, you don't do that. You're constantly moving all the time. It’s called …
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Dr. AI: Who Is a Candidate for Non-Mesh Groin Hernia Repair?
… down when a non-mesh approach makes sense, when it doesn’t, and why surgeon experience matters more than the material itself. According to Dr. George, non-mesh repairs can be a great option for patients who want to avoid … recurrent, or complex hernias, mesh remains the more reliable choice. His biggest takeaway? The best repair isn’t …
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From NYP Advances — Transplant Team Performs New York’s First Heart-Lung-Liver Transplant
… From NYP Advances , a resource for medical professionals by NewYork-Presbyterian. A … everything had to align. If the patient is too well, you can’t send them for transplant. If they’re too sick, they can’t …
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State of the Union: Kidney Transplantation Today
… Dr. Ratner reflects on these changes and what they mean for transplant today and in the future. Policy, Access, and … Have these changes improved access? It certainly hasn’t improved access. I was on the OPTN board–vice president, … from referral to placement on the list to transplant. You can’t fix what you don’t measure. Xenotransplantation: A …
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What We’re Reading: 12/05/25
… systems that keep children safe. (from statnews.com) Now for some fiction that provides a rather haunting counterpoint … asking what we inherit, what we survive, and what we can’t outrun. (from newyorker.com) Related: What We're Reading: …
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What We’re Reading: 12/04/20
… a nice job laying out hard truths in a practical way. Pods can be dangerous when a virus is spreading out of control, … pod. But podding still has benefits. Be smart, and don’t lose hope. ( From theatlantic.com ) C.D.C. Officials … Her advice is simple and manageable yet specific—you can’t ask for more than that. ( From wellandgood.com ) Last but …
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Transplant Waiting List
… Wait-Listed: The Organ Procurement Process Waiting for a suitable donor organ to become available may take one … reactions during this period of uncertainty. Because this can be a frustrating and difficult time, we urge candidates … the limited supply of organs and give all patients a fair chance at receiving the organ they need, regardless of …
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Surgical Preferences Benefit Patients: New Study From NYP/CUIMC Breast Surgeons Compares Effectiveness of Lumpectomy Techniques
… also called lumpectomy, is one of the primary treatments for breast cancer . Lumpectomy allows for removal of … breast tissue as possible intact (unlike mastectomy, which can require removing all of the breast tissue, underlying … for all tumors,” says Dr. Ugras. Surgical Techniques Can’t Stand Still One of the most important parts of a breast …
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I Need a…Hernia Surgeon
… a helpful guide to finding the care you need when you don't know where to start. Today, we're learning how to find a … in the abdominal wall, and either fat or other organs can push through an opening in the muscle or tissue that … When making the appointment, their care team will ask what you're looking for, so be ready to explain your …
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Patient Stories
… A friend of mine had suffered from Crohn's Disease for 29 years, and it was getting worse. His weight was at an … results, so when his doctor said the only option was yet more surgery, my friend said "no thanks." Instead, he … them? In deciding whether to go for a second opinion, ask yourself the following kinds of questions. Then ask a …
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The Living Donor Advocate Team
… those most in need. But it is also a large decision that can come with life-altering risks. The purpose of the Living … performed? What are the risks? Financial: Who will pay for the surgery? What kind of financial assistance is … to handle out-of-pocket expenses and that they have reliable modes of transportation to make their visits. They …
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Hereditary Colorectal Cancer
… US are hereditary Hereditary colorectal cancer syndromes can affect organs beyond the colon and rectum Screening tests … DNA molecules. The genes in our DNA work like a cookbook for the body—they contain the recipes for all the body’s … a brake. If the accelerator gets stuck or the brake doesn’t work, the car goes out of control. Cells growing out of …
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