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Swallowing Disorders/Dysphagia
… abnormal spasms of the esophagus keep swallowed food from reaching the stomach. Nutcracker Esophagus In nutcracker … for you. Call us now at (212) 305-1909 or fill out our online form to get started today. Related Topics Achalasia …
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Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Infections
… cause serious lung disease. Treatment options range from antibiotics to surgery for severe cases. Key Facts … conditions or weakened immune systems. Symptoms can range from a chronic cough with sputum and trouble breathing to … for you. Call (212) 305-3408 or request an appointment online to get started today. Related Services The Center for …
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Robotic Cardiac Surgery at Columbia
… heart. The surgeon then controls the machine’s movements from a console. The most common robotic procedure our team … started with our team by calling (212) 305-8312 or use our online request form . Stories & Perspectives “Dr. AI” Video …
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Carotid Artery Disease
… speech a sudden episode of memory loss difficulty seeing from either one or both eyes disorientation or disturbance in … endarterectomy is a surgical procedure for removing plaque from the carotid arteries to allow an unobstructed flow of … for you. Call us now at (646) 317-8282 or fill out our online form to get started today. Related Topics Aortic …
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Guide to Aortic Aneurysm
… and elastic in order to withstand the stress of blood flow from the heart, begin to weaken. Over time, the aortic walls … do not directly cause death, complications arising from an aneurysm – such as dissection or rupture – cause … for you. Call us now at (212) 305-6380 or fill out our online form to get started today. Related Topics All About …
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Lung Transplantation
… that replaces a person’s damaged lung with a healthier one from a donor. Key Info Lung Transplants can be used to treat … must be transplanted within six hours after being removed from the donor. As soon as the new lung(s) arrives in the … for you. Call (212) 305-7771 or request an appointment online to get started today. Related Services The Center for …
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Vascular Resources & More
… Information Call us at (646) 317-8282 or fill out our online appointment request form For the Eastern Vascular team …
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Thyroid, Parathyroid, & Endocrine Surgery at Columbia
… care, call (212) 305-0444 or request an appointment online today. Comprehensive Care Centers Our endocrine … conditions, call (212) 305-0444 or request an appointment online today. Thyroid vs Parathyroid: What’s the Difference? … of Scar does Thyroid Surgery Leave? Know what to expect from our minimally-invasive procedures by browsing through …
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Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
… underneath the skin by removing or moving cartilage from the nose. Depending on the patient's specific needs, the surgeon may add an implant or cartilage from the ear or other area. The septum (the inner wall that … help. Call us at (212) 305-3103 or request an appointment online . We accept a number of insurance plans, and our team …
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Myasthenia Gravis
… and strengthen muscles; other drugs prevent the body from producing abnormal antibodies. Anticholinesterase agents … is cut, and the surgeon can see the thymus gland directly from the neck without opening the chest. Benefits include … gravis. Call (212) 305-3408 or request an appointment online to get started today. Related Topics The Thymus …
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The Art of Matching Kidneys Is Saving More Lives
… can live with just one of their two kidneys, transplants from living donors are also an option. Living-donor … find matches with individuals outside their orbit. Kidneys from perfectly matched donors can function for more than 30 … Interested in becoming a living donor? You can register online today. Subscribe to Healthpoints and never miss an …
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Umbilical Hernias: Guide to Symptoms & Treatment
… Umbilical hernias develop through the defect left behind from the umbilical cord. Most times the hernia closes after … but can open back up for many reasons. This can occur from repeated stress and “wear and tear” on the abdominal … consultation, please call us at (212) 305-5947 or use our online appointment request form . We look forward to …
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Hernia Types, Causes, and Treatments
… groin pain or pressure without an obvious bulge, arising from muscle or tendon injury or weakness in the groin. These are caused by repetitive or quick motions from hip or pelvis twisting which can occur after playing … consultation, please call us at (212) 305-5947 or use our online appointment request form . We look forward to …
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Pediatric Surgery at Columbia
… journey as easy as possible, for them and for you. From taking the time to answer your every question before the … program, call (212) 342-8585 or request an appointment online . Best Children's Hospitals in New York When you … at Columbia, call (212) 342-8585 or request an appointment online . We accept a number of insurance plans, and our team …
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Immunosuppressant Medications
… immune system recognizes and attacks anything different from the substances normally present in your body, even those … your transplant team if you are experiencing side effects from your medications, or are having vomiting or diarrhea. … 305-6469 to get started today, or sign up with one of our online forms: I Need A Transplant » | I Want to Donate My …
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