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How Close Is Xenotransplantation, Really?
… By Natalie Chang “Xenotransplantation is the future, and always will be.” The quote is attributed to the late Stanford surgeon and heart … he passed away about two months later. But Dr. Sykes points out that this does not mean that the … How Close Is Xenotransplantation, Really? …
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What We’re Reading: 07/10/20
… we promise it will be both cathartic and informative: Is Your State Doing Enough Coronavirus Testing? Only twelve … the confusion about testing in the media. ( From nytimes.com ) America Is Refusing to Learn How to Fight the … healthaffairs.org ) Also check out: What We’re Reading: 06/26/20 What We’re Reading: 06/19/20 What We’re Reading: …
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State of the Union: Lung Transplant
… for 2024 shows our numbers are on a steeper rise, which is great. We hope that we can sustain those numbers and … top ranks nationally, then fine by me. But the goal is to do what's best for patients. To me, it's actually not … at transplantation, and in pushing boundaries of what is currently possible with complex conditions. What is one …
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Alive at 65: Three-time Transplant Recipient Jerry Cahill Appreciates Every Day
… to empowering others to succeed. Now 65 years old, Jerry is decades beyond the median survival rate for CF patients. … could be approved for the transplant list. Infectious risk is one of the biggest challenges in a case like Jerry’s. … unique physical strength and positive attitude. “[Jerry is] such an extraordinary guy,” says Dr. Weiner. Not only did …
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Pectus Excavatum and Tyler’s Road to Finding Breath and Balance
… him to seek medical care. "He said, ‘I think this is something you should get checked out,’" Tyler says. This … move forward with it." While the decision to have surgery is never easy, Dr. Gorenstein quickly earned Tyler's … In March of this year, he had the metal bars removed and is now enjoying life without the constant breathlessness that …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/18/20
… Serologic testing for antibody to the SARS-CoV-2 virus is now available for health care personnel. Those eligible … for the NYP ELISA assay to be expanded in scope. It is ~99% specific and > 80% sensitive 3-4 weeks after … 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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Alcohol Abuse And Acute Pancreatitis
… But another common though less talked about problem is pancreatitis. Pancreatitis is a condition in which digestive enzymes that are typically … the root cause of the pancreatitis. If alcohol abuse is the underlying cause (the other common cause is …
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Is Childhood Obesity Linked to Pancreatic Cancer?
… of obesity and increases in pancreatic cancer mortality is consistent with a long latency period, implying that … Is Childhood Obesity Linked to Pancreatic Cancer? …
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Cancer Conversations: What to Say to Someone Who Has Cancer
… Heller, Oncology Social Worker at NYP/Columbia Cancer is frightening experience for everyone involved. Illness and … patient to cope when facing these challenging times. It is normal to feel sorrow, fear, awkwardness, or even guilt at … No matter how tempting it may be to share those reference points, remember that your loved one’s situation is unique, …
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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 …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/20/20
… the clinical enterprise began in earnest this morning. It is too soon to report details, but several themes are clear, … an inpatient stay. Thankfully, that includes much of what is done in our Department, and in many others, such as … 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: 4/21/20
… confusion surrounding how the reproduction rate of a virus is measured. R 0 indicates how many other people one person … Mumps (R 0 = 10) are worse; anti-vaxxers take note. R 0 is also related to the percent of immunity required in the … 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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What We’re Reading: 09/04/20
… our communities. While the brokenness of our health system is of urgent focus, this article packs some encouragement … our healthcare system is dysfunctional." ( From newyorker.com ) Jacob Blake's police shooting highlights the hidden … 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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What We’re Reading: 09/11/20
… paused AstraZeneca vaccine trial, my immediate reaction is comfort. That they are pausing for a single adverse event … the preventative care checks you need. ( From nytimes.com ) Sewers Are Now a COVID-19 Early-Warning System A slew … 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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Thin Bones on Thin Ice: What to know about Osteoporosis this winter (and beyond)
… people, the risk of slipping on ice and breaking a bone is one that everyone should consider. This discussion with … using the idea of slipping on ice as a jumping off point. Is slipping on ice something that is potentially risky for some people? Slipping on ice is a …
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