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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

Body Contouring After Weight Loss

… in tightening some areas, often times it is not enough. For those people who are struggling with excess skin and … Each person is different, and as such the target areas for a body lift vary. Depending on your body type and your … can reshape one’s figure to achieve their aesthetic goals for their body. Body lifts can be done in conjunction with …

Last Modified: 03/20/2026 - 10:14

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

Your Aortic Aneurysm Surgery: What To Expect and FAQs

… aging. Columbia’s Approach to Aortic Surgery: We’re here for our patients for life. Our goal is to build trust and establish a … syndrome and other connective tissue disorders. Your first visit may take 1-2 hours to allow us to carefully review your …

Last Modified: 05/21/2026 - 13:56

Nonsurgical Lung Treatments

… There are a variety of nonsurgical methods for treating lung conditions: medications, lifestyle changes, … way to treat many lung conditions, it may not be an option for some patients due to their health or personal preferences. Nonsurgical treatment methods for lung conditions can be broadly organized into three …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:48

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

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

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

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