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Prasha Tuladhar: From Miracle Patient to ECMO Ambassador

… device that provides oxygen to and removes carbon dioxide from the body, supporting her heart and lungs.  But the ECMO … After Dr. Bacchetta’s successful surgery, Prasha went from dying to being able to exercise while supported on ECMO. … before I got new lungs,” said Prasha, who was discharged from the hospital in April of 2016.  Since her discharge, …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 9/11/21

… Yesterday Tasnim Raza shared a simple, two-paragraph email from his brother Abbas, written on 9/12/2001 . It begins: As … and visited a patient of mine who is struggling to recover from a very difficult operation. On my commute I listened to … in your inbox. Previously: A Covid-19 Vaccine Update from Dr. Craig Smith: 7/29/21 New Year's Eve COVID-19 Update …

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

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/29/21

… very populations that experienced disproportionate impact from Covid previously will suffer the brunt of it again, not … vaccines are equally effective in protecting individuals from preventable catastrophe. My metaphor would be complete … NYP/CUIMC Previously: A Winter Solstice COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 12/20/20 A Thanksgiving Update from Dr. …

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

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 9/11/21

… Yesterday Tasnim Raza shared a simple, two-paragraph email from his brother Abbas,  written on 9/12/2001 . It begins: As … visited a patient of mine who is struggling to recover from a very difficult operation. On my commute I listened to … NYP/CUIMC Previously: Past COVID-19 Updates From Dr. Smith … COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 9/11/21 …

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

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 12/31/21

… that this SARS-CoV-2 is now only a mutation or two away from being pan-resistant to current antibodies…” As bad as … for redeployment volunteers in the Omicron wave went out from the Columbia FPO two days ago, and even more Department … NYP/CUIMC Previously: Past COVID-19 Updates From Dr. Smith … COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 12/31/21 …

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

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 12/21/21

… up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, No one wants to hear from me again about the Covid pandemic! A cheery, uplifting … NYP/CUIMC Previously: Past COVID-19 Updates From Dr. Smith … COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 12/21/21 …

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

Will Artificial Intelligence Transform Heart Care? Insights from Columbia Experts

… Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping everything from diagnostics to patient care and beyond. To delve into … Ajay Kirtane, MD , the conversation included insights from Pierre Elias, MD , a cardiologist and AI researcher, and … Artificial Intelligence Transform Heart Care? Insights from Columbia Experts …

Last Modified: 12/23/2024 - 17:51

Dr. Hiroo Takayama receives "Physician of the Year" award from NYP

… Dr. Hiroo Takayama receives "Physician of the Year" award from NYP …

Last Modified: 03/28/2025 - 09:43

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/17/20

… on, but the weekend ahead would be clearly distinguishable from today.  Now, not so much.  But enough self-pity!  The … shutdown has eliminated the admission revenue required to buy food.  For extra sting, they added that Vitus, Germany’s … Someday we will have more quantitative guidance derived from epidemiologic calculation of mortalities from all …

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

From NYP’s Health Matters: Fixing a Little Boy’s ‘Swiss Cheese’ Heart

… medical journey that ultimately led them 2,800 miles from their home to NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley … doctors advised that she give birth three hours away from their home at a larger hospital in Portland, Oregon, … been proposed for the boy had been palliative, a way to buy time. No one had said they could actually cure him, until …

Last Modified: 02/24/2023 - 14:14

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

… up to fill the void, comprised of resident-attending pairs from Urology, Radiation Oncology, Orthopedics, Dermatology, … updates in your inbox. Previously: COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/19/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/18/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: …

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

What to Expect From Your Surgery and Hospital Stay

… an Operation As with all major operations, recovering from pancreatic surgery takes time. Full recovery requires an … tubes and your surgical dressing before you are discharged from the hospital; both will be removed during one of your … call us at (212) 305-9467 or reach us through our online form . Related What to Expect at a GI Consultation …

Last Modified: 05/13/2025 - 12:49

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/05/20

… in voice, on piano and strings by faculty and staff from several Departments. One of our surgeons stole the most … Many weeks ago he appeared to be recovering well from Covid-19, then went rapidly from intubation to a harrowing ICU stay on ECMO. Even though …

Last Modified: 12/04/2024 - 14:17

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/08/20

… told that our ICU team receives a few requests each day from insiders wanting to transfer ventilated Covid family and friends from all over the place to CUIMC. The downside is that we are … The Trach Team has converted almost half of our patients from endotracheal tubes to tracheostomies, making it easier …

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

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