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Pediatric Surgery at Columbia

… provide. We offer advanced minimally invasive procedures for a variety of pediatric diseases, and we are the only … to making your child's entire surgical journey as easy as possible, for them and for you. From taking the time … cerebrospinal fluid shunting and improving motor function. Visit Spina Bifida/Myelomeningocele Care Congenital …

Last Modified: 04/03/2026 - 12:28

Gerthy Michel, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC

… as an Outpatient Ambulatory care Nurse at NYP/Columbia for 13 years. Gerthy works closely with Dr. Pokala Ravi …

Last Modified: 04/04/2025 - 10:01

Colorectal Programs & Services

… a common mission : to provide ready access to expert care for those afflicted with diseases of the bowel to be a place … complete care for this common and difficult condition. Visit Anal Fistula Center Inflammatory Bowel Disease Care … colorectal care, combining personalized treatment with the latest evidence-based advancements in medical and surgical …

Last Modified: 02/10/2026 - 13:34

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/10/20

… few hundred people—have died. The overall mortality rate for COVID-19 is similar. Almost all of my patients meet me … around the bed to say goodbye. I try to make a brief visit to show respect. None of this routine is unique to me. … 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 …

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

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

… some protection, even though far short of the requirements for true herd immunity. I may have been half-right, since our … Smith: 12/20/20 A Thanksgiving Update from Dr. Smith: 11/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/2/20 A Memorial Day … 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 …

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

A COVID-19 Vaccine Update from Dr. Craig Smith: 7/29/21

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

New Year's Eve COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 12/31/20

… be reactivated to handle communication. More importantly for our Department, we were asked to reduce by 50% the volume … beginning Monday, January 4. This was deeply unwelcome news. Nonetheless, once again our Division leadership … Smith: 12/20/20 A Thanksgiving Update from Dr. Smith: 11/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/2/20 A Memorial Day …

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

Adult Congenital Heart Surgical Care

… body matures, we may need to revise childhood operations for septal defects (holes in the walls separating the upper … adult congenital heart programs in the world. The Latest Treatments Columbia is a proven leader for surgical … & Directions » Appointments Call us at 212-305-6936 or visit Schneeweiss Adult Congenital Heart Center *For children …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 12:17

Colorectal Cancer Care at Columbia

… program offers the most up-to-date treatment options for colorectal cancer, including advanced and complex cases. … colon and rectal cancer available—including access to the latest clinical trials. Minimally Invasive Care That Helps … treat potential problems before they develop into cancers. Visit the Columbia Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Center Early …

Last Modified: 03/03/2026 - 11:31

Surgery for Aortic Stenosis: PARTNER Trial Update

… stenosis who are unable to undergo traditional surgery for technical reasons fared better with transcatheter aortic … Department of Surgery, is Principal Investigator of the 26-center PARTNER trial, which began in 2007 and is … open heart surgery. In an article published in NewsDaily.com, Dr. Ajay Kirtane, an interventional cardiologist at …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Metabolic syndrome in 40s linked to TV, lack of exercise, at age 16

… show per week or less at age 16. When evaluated at age 43, 26.9% of participants had metabolic syndrome and 55% were … according to Marc Bessler, MD, Chief of the Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery. Yet as Dr. Bessler … these questions, but it does raise awareness, and argues for increased activity during childhood in order to have a …

Last Modified: 06/24/2024 - 13:55

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/7/20

… one prestigious cancer hospital, and in the initial plans for the Javits Center and USNS Comfort here at home. Javits … Best of 2020, and it won’t be matched until May 26, 2021, when all of this will be a distant memory. Craig R. … 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 …

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

End Stage Renal Disease (Kidney Failure)

… Renal Disease Treatments There are two accepted treatments for ESRD: Dialysis , which substitutes for the kidneys in filtering body waste, and Transplantation … a failed kidney is replaced with a healthy donor kidney. For eligible patients, kidney transplantation offers freedom …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 14:46