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Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Infections
… contact with mycobacteria before in their lives, which is harmless for most people. Although NTM lung infections are … caused by breathing in mycobacteria. This type of bacteria is extremely common and can be found in the air, water, and … COPD, bronchiectasis Smoking Symptoms A range of symptoms is associated with NTM lung infections. Depending on each …
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ECMO Patient Survives Acute Respiratory Failure, Proposes to his Girlfriend in ICU
… On March 20, 2010, Chris Costa, a 26-year-old paramedic in Connecticut, was taking a quick ride … perform this vital function for them. The patient’s blood is run out of the body, through the ECMO machine, and back … as mechanical ventilation. According to Dr. Brodie, “It is a technique with the potential to save many lives.” On …
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Columbia Transplant Initiative Outcomes Research Fellowship Program
… Transplant Initiative Outcomes Research (CTOR) Fellowship is a one-year mentored research training program at Columbia … University Irving Medical Center. The research program is designed for motivated MD or DO trainees who are … 2027-2028 will open in July 2026. Program Overview This is a one-year research fellowship. Select fellows will have …
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Columbia Robotic Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery Program
… the most advanced surgical options available today. It is the only robotic program dedicated to congenital heart … Robotic cardiac surgery features a surgical robot that is fully controlled by an experienced cardiac surgeon. … dedicated to congenital heart disease in the US. Our team is committed to excellent safety and outcomes as well as …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/28/20
… about new-case rates prove correct. Surge capacity is also based on assumptions, but our baseline resources (ICU beds, ventilators) are not. It is possible we will be overwhelmed. If we are, choices must … 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: 5/10/20
… of two aides in the White House entourage. “The virus is in the White House,” gloated an Obama appointee, who … Does that undermine your confidence? We know coronavirus is everywhere, a fact that makes the adjective “Covid-free” … 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 …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/31/20
… challenges we faced two weeks ago are being reduced. PPE is clearly in better supply, enough that plans for resterilization of N95s is on hold. NYP is working towards a plan to provide … 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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Weight Loss Surgery a Boon for Teens Struggling with Obesity
… of the Center for Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Obesity is a national epidemic, and it’s affecting our children at an … The CDC reports that 1 in 5 children from age 2 to 19 is overweight. Today, some 2 million teenagers suffer from … of time coaching patients, walking them through the finer points of lifestyle change. It’s like learning to play a …
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State of the Union: Pancreatic Care in 2024
… deemed inoperable. We now have a vaccine, a clinical trial is available to treat people who have operable or resectable … Also, on the other side, as the preoperative chemotherapy is getting better, we're recognizing that sometimes the … pancreatic cancers. And we really think of these as choke points in the metabolism of the cell, and really, he's …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/1/20
… Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, March 2020 is now behind us. Most of us, and I include myself, started … worse than March. I hope I’m wrong. Come what may, there is no better place and there are no better people to take … 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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ColumbiaDoctors Midtown
… occupational therapy, and sports therapy facilities. On-site Imaging and Laboratory Services See your doctor, have … without having to come into the office. All you need is a smartphone or computer and an internet connection. … Northern New Jersey, Westchester, the Bronx, and other points north and west of Manhattan , come down the Henry …
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Fast-track Evaluation for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease
… ventricle, interfering with its function. The treatment is to replace the pulmonary valve before there is irreparable damage to the right ventricle. "A large … evaluation and timely intervention with valve replacement is highly effective in reducing the size of the right …
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Hepatitis C – New classes of medications signify a sea change in therapeutic options.
… Disease and Transplantation , the therapeutic landscape is shifting significantly due to the advent of several new … advance, according to Dr. Brown. Nevertheless, there is considerable room for improvement. Protease inhibitors … each class of patients, which includes consideration of cost, in order to cure everyone. Some patients may be able to …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/09/20
… Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, Today is May 9. 35F, 20 mph winds, and snow flurries! "Rough winds … do shake the darling buds of May.” Who approved this? Is this how Covid-19 herds us into a defile, setting us up … 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 …
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