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State of the Union Conversation: The Columbia Global Center for Integrated Colorectal Surgery & IBD Interventional Endoscopy

… Our center manages all types of complex situations; it is our bread and butter. I think we could be called the last … Dr. Kiran I think what's wonderful about the Center is what we bring together: we take what's unique about what … I'll just tell a story. Some time ago, I looked after a 26-year-old lady who was pregnant and was thought to have …

Last Modified: 01/23/2026 - 17:36

Risks and Rewards of Obesity Surgery

… blood clotting which could lead to an embolism. There is a 1% chance of blood clots occurring in the legs after surgery. This is usually prevented by giving the patient a blood thinner … the legs and keep the blood flowing faster in the veins, is another way of preventing clotting. Keeping the operation …

Last Modified: 11/03/2025 - 15:30

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH)

… Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a complex condition that occurs when the diaphragm—the … and heart and impede their development. Key Facts CDH is one of the most common congenital abnormalities, affecting approximately one in 3,000 to 5,000 babies. CDH is potentially life-threatening and can have significant …

Last Modified: 06/30/2025 - 12:29

Thyroiditis

… terms, the suffix -itis means inflammation; thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid gland which may be associated … similar. In the case of thyroiditis, the thyroid gland is damaged by an inflammatory process. When thyroid cells are … they stop functioning. Without thyroid cells, the thyroid is no longer able to produce enough thyroid hormone to …

Last Modified: 09/25/2025 - 15:29

Appendicitis & Appendectomy

… Appendicitis is the inflammation of the appendix, a pouch-like organ in … lower right side of the abdomen. Surgery for appendicitis is called an appendectomy . Key Info About 7% of Americans … will get appendicitis in their lifetimes. Laparoscopy is the surgical method of choice, which involves making small …

Last Modified: 09/12/2025 - 10:30

When to Consider Aortic Surgery

… being seen in a Center of Excellence early in the process is that it begins a relationship with your medical/surgical … process by which the need for non-emergency surgery is determined. The decision to monitor a patient instead of performing an operation is made on an individual basis, but is guided by factors …

Last Modified: 02/03/2026 - 11:04

At-Home Thyroid Testing Kits: What We Know...and What We Don’t. An Interview with Dr. Hyesoo Lowe

… some questions to help clarify some pros and cons. What is your view on at-home thyroid testing kits? It depends on … laboratory parameters are part of a technology that is rapidly developing. We're currently comfortable with these … for home lab testing could really change how medical care is accessed as this information is obtained. Do you have a …

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

Guide to Aortic Valve Disease

… What is the Aortic Valve? The aortic valve is one of the valves of the heart. It is normally tricuspid … the aortic valve, trauma (damage to the aorta near the site of aortic valve), and enlargement of the aorta because …

Last Modified: 03/17/2025 - 15:33

Primary Hyperaldosteronism (Conn's Syndrome)

… salt increases the blood pressure. Hyperaldosteronism is a disease in which the adrenal gland(s) make too much … disease) or both (bilateral disease). Unilateral disease is usually caused by an aldosterone producing adenoma (benign … by adrenal cancer or hyperplasia (when the whole gland is hyperactive). Bilateral disease is usually caused by …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:47

When the Adrenal Gland Causes Hypertension

… podcast Conversations and Curbsides . The following is a transcription of the discussion, and is loosely edited for context and clarity. Jump to a Section: … & High Blood Pressure Too Much Aldosterone How Commonly Is the Adrenal Gland the Main Cause Of Hypertension? Signs …

Last Modified: 03/26/2026 - 14:28

Carotid Artery Disease

… a stroke or a "mini" stroke (TIA). Carotid artery disease is the cause of more than half of all strokes. Stroke, in turn, is the third highest cause of death and the leading cause of … Why carotid stenosis occurs in some people but not others is unknown. However, certain risk factors, such as family …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 14:28

Golden Rules of Aortic Surgery

… has an aneurysm of the aortic root, a primary question is whether the valve can be repaired, and if so, we then ask, … " Should the valve be repaired?" This crucial decision is determined by golden rule number one. This rule holds that … be performed instead of replacement. A second golden rule is that no leaking of the valve (aortic insufficiency) is …

Last Modified: 03/17/2025 - 12:14

Colonoscopy

… of Columbia’s Colorectal Surgery Team , March 2024 What is a colonoscopy? Colonoscopy is a safe, effective method of examining the full lining of the colon and rectum. While the patient is under mild sedation or monitored anesthesia if deeper …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:33

Weight Loss Surgery: The Benefits of a Sleeve Gastrectomy

… invasive surgery to reduce the size of the stomach—is now the most popular weight loss surgery at our Center and … both their health and quality of life. What is a sleeve gastrectomy? In a sleeve gastrectomy, a portion of the stomach is removed to make the stomach smaller – roughly the size and …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Thyroid Cancer Treatment

… | Diagnosis | Treatment | Prognosis/Outcomes What Is The Treatment For Thyroid Cancer? There are three main … Radioactive Iodine Treatment Other Treatment Options How Is Thyroid Cancer Treated With Surgery? Thyroid cancer surgery is the preferred treatment option for all forms of thyroid …

Last Modified: 09/26/2025 - 11:38