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Endoscopic Treatment for Pancreatic Disease

… it works : EUS is one of the most useful imaging studies for diagnosing pancreatic cancer. An outpatient procedure, it … be given IV antibiotics and asked to take oral antibiotics for a few days at home after the procedure. The EUS procedure … drive yourself home after the procedure and should arrange for someone to pick you up. Complications with EUS procedures …

Last Modified: 05/16/2025 - 11:16

Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery

… Columbia, offers advice on how patients can best prepare for weight loss surgery. … Preparing for Weight Loss Surgery …

Last Modified: 06/24/2024 - 11:14

Healthy Snacking for Weight Gain

… following video, Deborah offers up some quick snack ideas for anybody looking to gain weight in a healthy and … Healthy Snacking for Weight Gain …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:04

Thank You For Contacting Us

… Thank you for using the Department of Surgery’s online service. Our … Thank You For Contacting Us …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Pancreas Transplantation: A Guide for Patients

… easy-to-understand overview of pancreatic transplantation for prospective patients. He discusses how pancreas … Pancreas Transplantation: A Guide for Patients …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:04

Preparing for your First Appointment

… them with you to your appointment. Authorization Form For Release Medical Records Registration Form ( English | … Preparing for your First Appointment …

Last Modified: 03/03/2026 - 11:50

Latest news about one of our JJSS alums — Dr. Bashir Zikria, General Surgery Residency 1958-1962, Professor Emeritus at Columbia University Medical Center, Special Lecturer at Harlem Hospital Center.

… Latest news about one of our JJSS alums — Dr. Bashir Zikria, General …

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

Gluten avoidance: hype or for health?

… a trend that is fueling a great rise in the sale of gluten free products in grocery stores. This is great for those with celiac disease or a diagnosed wheat allergy. But is a gluten free (GF) diet healthier for everyone? If you think … Gluten avoidance: hype or for health? …

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

How to Prepare for an Operation

… operation. This precaution is to prepare your body for the anesthesia. You may take your usual asthma, heart, … Insurance Information Please make sure that we have your latest insurance information including the name of your … sofa and bathroom In these rooms, family and friends can visit with patients for longer, and sometimes even spend the …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:07

Thank You for Requesting Nutrition Appointment

… Thank you for using the Pancreas Center’s online service. Our staff … will respond promptly to your request. Please also feel free to call the office directly at 212.305.9467 with any … Thank You for Requesting Nutrition Appointment …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:10

Miralax And Dulcolax Bowel Prep For Colonoscopy

… The cleanout we recommend is written below. Please prepare for your colonoscopy as follows: Patients taking … care doctor or Cardiologist that they agree with the plan. For Anticoagulants : If the decision is made to stop, this … containing Olestra (a fat substitute found in some fat free and low-fat foods) for one week. A few examples of foods …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:24

World’s Most Comprehensive Care for IBD

… just the right time, to just the right degree, using the latest techniques to improve the patient’s condition and … can greatly improve patients’ quality of life. Renowned for his approach to inflammatory bowel disease and complex … World’s Most Comprehensive Care for IBD …

Last Modified: 03/03/2026 - 11:37

Miralax And Antibiotics Preparation For Surgery

… of Miralax and oral antibiotics. Please prepare for your surgery as follows: Patients taking anticoagulants … Internist or Cardiologist that they agree with the plan.  For Coumadin (Warfarin) : If the decision is made to stop … containing Olestra (a fat substitute found in some fat-free and low-fat foods) for one week. A few examples of foods …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:36

Gastric Cancer: A Concern for Baby Boomers

… refrigeration and antibiotics, it remains a concern for baby boomers. At 69, Vera Weinstein was planning a leisurely cross-country trip to visit her daughter in California. She was due for a … stomach cancer patient, so it was a shock to get this news.” Fortunately, the Weinsteins had a strong connection to …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Seeing the Liver for the Trees

… of deceased donors. While living liver transplants account for only 5-7% in the U.S., the procedure thrives worldwide, … and natural adaptability developed to keep us toxin-free. Even more special, Dr. Emond assures me, is they both … Kidney Disorders Offers Big Hope Don’t miss an update on news and content from Healthpoints, the blog from the …

Last Modified: 02/14/2024 - 13:15

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