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It’s Not All Doom and Gloom with a Disappearing Pancreas
… warned, “You’re still not out of the woods. Your pancreas is surrounded by fluid. If it gets infected, you’ll need … promised me I’d start feeling better soon.” Dr. Poneros is a specialist in minimally invasive techniques and was able … favorite foods and explore new dishes without worry. The best part? Tony is traveling again. He can comfortably voyage …
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Division of Pediatric Surgery
… and Congenital Diaphragm Program. If you or a loved one is interested in our services, learn more on our clinical care site: Pediatric Surgery Patient Care Site Appointments : … the knowledge and training they need to deliver the very best care. Our fellowship program gives young doctors the …
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Our Doctors
… Location: HIP, Fl. 5, Rm. 506 Ascherman, Jeffrey A. (MD) Site Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery Phone: 212.305.9612 · …
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Interventional Endocrinology
… What Is Interventional Endocrinology? Interventional endocrinology … of thyroid tissue has been performed since 2002 and is best used in cases of recurrent thyroid cancer where surgery … ultrasonographic skills allows her to offer the best and appropriate treatment for patients with thyroid …
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More Than Just A Diagnosis: Pancreatic Cancer Support Group
… to others for emotional support. Family and friends do the best they can, but sometimes people need to be with others who directly share the same experience. This is often true for patients facing diseases such as pancreatic … questions. Although the Pancreas Center doctors do their best to answer patients' questions and concerns, they must …
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Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian Named #1 Children’s Hospital in New York
… hospital in New York by U.S. News & World Report . This is the 17th year in a row that the Hospital has ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation. NewYork-Presbyterian … pediatric care in every area of medicine at two major sites: NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children’s …
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Thyroid Cancer: My Story
… first, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at my incision site. My scar is longer now, but already has faded so much it is virtually … and with a smile. With him, I truly have had the very best care! My fingers are crossed that this will be the end …
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Bariatric Patient Chooses Sleeve Gastrectomy and “Couldn’t Be Happier”
… afterwards; instead of looking bulb-shaped, the stomach is so much smaller and slimmer that it almost looks like a … eyes, at least — one of the procedure’s unique effects is to substantially reduce the body’s production of the … She remained convinced that sleeve gastrectomy was the best choice for her. On October 4, 2011, Gina had her …
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Our Aortic Programs & Services
… invasive and endovascular options . The Aortic Center is even trialling endovascular approaches for ascending and … Clinic Columbia’s Marfan Clinic is one of the premier sites in the New York metropolitan area providing genetic … with a team with a proven track record of providing the best outcomes. The Columbia Bicuspid Aortic Valve Program …
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Stories of Hope: Sarah Bennett
… Kluger I instantly knew I was in the right place with the best doctor. My parents, husband and I were more than … of this cancer called, Cholangiocarcinoma. Dr. Kluger is the doctor you want on your side. He has the traits everyone wants in a doctor. He is incredibly knowledgeable, honest, up front but kind and …
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Reconstructive Care at Columbia
… Reconstructive surgery is performed to correct abnormalities that may have been … training, experience, and expertise to ensure the best outcomes. Our plastic surgeons at Columbia have board … than two decades of experience, Dr. Jeffrey Ascherman, Site Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery, is a highly …
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Division of General Surgery
… Columbia’s Division of General Surgery is dedicated to leading the field through top-quality … Learn more about all of our services on our clinical care sites: Appendix, Gallbladder, Hernia, and Acute Care … a variety of procedures so that they can provide the very best patient care possible, allowing them to confidently …
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Celebrating a Surgery Milestone: 100 Robotic Heart Procedures at Columbia
… future of heart surgery for time to come. Robotic surgery is not entirely new to the medical field, but it has gained … Geirsson and his team, the goal is clear: to provide the best possible options for patients. “To me, only a net good … question to the AI chatbot, ChatGPT: What is the best way to treat severe mitral regurgitation due to mitral …
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Patient Stories
… Read more here » Stories of Hope: Ryan Finlay Ryan is a tough guy—a combat veteran and an NYPD cop. Once, on … be snatched from you in an instant. A more diabolical way is to be told by your doctor that you have cancer. Is it just … trial and both doctors invited me to join. This was the best decision I have made in my life other than asking Beth …
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Need a New Liver? Ask the In-Laws
… That man turned out to be Scott Perkins. Scott Perkins is the Assistant Vice President of policy advertising at … to help save his sister-in-law’s life. That he could do so is only possible because of a remarkable characteristic … day, Scott considers his decision to donate one of the best decisions he’s ever made. To potential future donors, he …
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