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Columbia Adrenal Center
… of specialists. The mission of the Columbia Adrenal Center is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care by … with one purpose: to help you with your adrenal disorder. For each patient we see, our team of endocrinologists, … MD | Radiologist Looking for an Endocrine Surgeon? Our “I need a” series is a helpful guide to finding the care you …
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Columbia Thyroid Center
… We offer unique services like our Thyroid Biopsy Clinic for same-day biopsies and evaluations, our Interventional … and forth to the doctor's office for multiple appointments is a burden, which is why we work with you to coordinate … in the country to earn the National Cancer Institute’s official “comprehensive cancer center” designation . As we …
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Thyroid, Parathyroid, & Endocrine Surgery at Columbia
… problem can be managed with medication, but often surgery is the only true cure for thyroid, parathyroid, and other endocrine diseases. Our … your care Looking for an even more in-depth guide? Our “I need a” series is a helpful guide to finding the care you …
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Resuming Life After Lung Transplantation
… to return to your normal routine. However, the key is moderation and understanding your limits. Initially, you … less energy than you did before surgery. It takes time for your body to heal and adjust to your new medications. … from exposure to UV radiation. Avoid the midday sun (10:00 am-3:00 pm) when ultraviolet rays are strongest. The window …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/01/20
… with us. Dear Colleagues, On what many consider to be the official first day of Spring, I can barely see the New Jersey … can work on converting them back to functional ORs, which is not as simple as brooming them clean. Some construction … gas machines that have been serving as ventilators for COVID patients must be terminally cleaned or replaced. …
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Diaphragmatic Pacing
… Diaphragmatic pacing , also called phrenic nerve pacing, is a treatment that postpones or eliminates the need for machine-assisted breathing in people with diaphragm injury, weakness or paralysis . Key info …
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Chef Rocco DiSpirito Cooks for Columbia Pre-College Students in CU-HERE Program
… program in 2022. Because a wide variety of professionals is needed in health care, “students meet physician … the greatest impact on the students,” Wiechmann said. “And I think that's the best way to get people interested in … and research. As he whipped up a batch of cacio e pepe for the students, DiSpirito, a James Beard award-winning …
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“The Sacrament of Utility” Dr. Craig Smith’s 2025 Commencement Address at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
… setting. This will be the last commencement ceremony for most of you, as it was for me in 1977. My task today is simplified by the fact that each of you has endured at … made an error, but that leads me back to the healing sports. If you remember nothing else, remember this: it’s …
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What We’re Reading: 01/10/20
… A worthwhile exploratory read. ( From washingtonpost.com ) A.I. Comes to the Operating Room An exciting pilot study … to diagnose brain cancer faster. The goal of this A.I. is not to replace work by humans, but to develop a new method …
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Heart Tumor Care
… medical condition which requires a specialized care center for optimal patient outcomes. As part of the Cardiac Tumor Program, our surgeons are proud to be affiliated with one of the few centers worldwide dedicated to caring for … at a specialized care center. Our Cardiac Tumor Program is one of the only centers in the world dedicated to caring …
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Welcome to Esophageal Atresia Care
… Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) is a rare birth defect occurring in 1 in 2,500-4,000 … your child’s school. For school districts without pre-made official forms or to help you get started, a sample letter …
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What We’re Reading: 08/28/20
… Coronavirus Pandemic? A deep dive on pangolins? It sure is. While the scientific quest to find the source of … wildlife. Truly, a fantastic read. ( From newyorker.com ) How Many Coronavirus Cases Are Happening In Schools? … What We’re Reading: 07/10/20 What We’re Reading: 06/26/20 What We’re Reading: 06/19/20 What We’re Reading: …
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Understanding Rectus Diastasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
… posture, and often your confidence. The good news is that effective treatments exist, ranging from targeted … can be tricky because rectus diastasis is often mistaken for a hernia. Both can cause bulging in the abdominal area. … care needs. Related: The Truth About Hernia Mesh What Do I Buy for Hernia Surgery? Robotic Hernia Surgery: The Future …
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One Gift, Three Futures: Inside the 15-Hour Dance of the First Living-Donor Domino Split-Liver Transplant in Adults
… A split-liver transplant (a procedure where a donor liver is split into two parts, with each part transplanted into a … prep teams — more than 30 people in motion. 6:30 AM: Lights Up Two operating rooms begin simultaneously: The … domino/split room , where the first recipient is prepped for their transplant. Meanwhile, the two other recipient …
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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 … are now doubling every 7 days, after doubling every 3 days for much of the month, but what about the month ahead of us? … 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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