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Routine Procedures: Dr. Jason Hawksworth on Multiple Snoozes, Robot Days, and Leaving the Hospital Satisfied
… A surgeon’s life is defined by long hours, exacting focus, and countless … a big talker in the OR; I’m pretty much all business. But for the robot days, I take my shoes off because the robot has … usually wear fun socks on robot days—tropical, palm trees, sports teams, NASA, pink flamingos. Honestly, I have so many …
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From NYP’s Health Matters: New York’s First Heart-Lung-Liver Transplant Recipient Reflects on Her Second Chance at Life
… liver cirrhosis , she was hospitalized as she waited for a triple-organ transplant. On April 30, 2024, just nine … “It was not an easy road,” Nadine says. “Even when I didn’t believe in myself, my nurses, doctors, and the whole … another chance.” “What makes NewYork-Presbyterian special is that you can’t have a successful triple transplant unless …
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Pediatric Surgery at Columbia
… provide. We offer advanced minimally invasive procedures for a variety of pediatric diseases, and we are the only … across all specialties. Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital is proud of our tradition of innovation, and we continue to … Atresia Care Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula (EA/TEF) is a rare birth defect where the esophagus fails to …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/10/20
… of two aides in the White House entourage. “The virus is in the White House,” gloated an Obama appointee, who … evolving data, unpublished, probably around 5%). Testing for antibody by NY State found 12.2% positive healthcare … 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 …
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Spotlight on Graduating Chief Resident Dr. Simon Lavotshkin
… what their experience was like and what their plans were for the future. Here is the story of Simon Lavotshkin, MD and his advice for young … Dr. Lavotshkin: My situation is a little unusual as I came to Columbia as a senior resident. I began my residency …
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State of the Union: Lung Transplant
… director of the Lung Transplantation Program at the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Transplantation , about the … for 2024 shows our numbers are on a steeper rise, which is great. We hope that we can sustain those numbers and potentially rank number one nationally. But I don't think that the numbers are the goal in itself; If we …
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Interview with Patrick Coty, PA
… The NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia Pancreas Center cares for patients with various diseases of the pancreas including … . As a Physicians Assistant, Patrick Coty's role is to support and assist the surgeon to evaluate and treat … of the most common questions he addresses every day. Will I need surgery? Patients come to the Pancreas Center to …
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Our Super Specialty: Clinical Trials
… our field in developing new and better treatment options for all colorectal patients. In an effort to offer … of the early feasibility phase, the Boom-IBD trial is gearing up for a pivotal study. Trial website Watch a … Abscesses in Crohn’s Disease. Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2022;32(4):733-746. doi:10.1016/j.giec.2022.05.006 …
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A Winter Solstice COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 12/20/20
… be avoided, at least outside the Canton of Cuomo. Columbia is hedging its bets, and signaling loss of faith in the honor system, by requiring “gateway” testing for everyone after January 4, whether they admit to travel or … Previously: A Thanksgiving Update from Dr. Smith: 11/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/2/20 A Memorial Day …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/4/20
… Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, This morning I extended my rounds to include several ICUs. This included … of operations over the years. That was then, this is now. The new now, in “my" room, consists of several … 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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Outcomes: Mortality, Morbidity, and Quality of Life
… to normal life, however, does come with certain limits. For example, weightlifters can resume weight-training up to … aortic disease, you may have to be careful with contact sports, as you are at a higher risk of joint problems. Follow-up monitoring is necessary for all those undergoing surgery. In those with …
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Colorectal Cancer (Colon Cancer & Rectal Cancer)
… Colorectal Surgery Team , March 2024 Colorectal cancer is a term used to describe cancers of the lower part of the … cancer (also known as Lynch syndrome) Symptoms Don’t wait for symptoms to develop as colorectal cancers often do not … Colon and Rectal Surgery Once it has been determined that I have a growth in my colon or rectum, will I need additional …
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Our Super Specialty: Outcomes Research at the Global Center
… The Global Center Outcomes Research Group (GCORG) is a world leader in Outcomes Research. The surgeons and … and established techniques to identify the best procedure for a particular condition that allows high-quality results … Endoscopy. Gastroenterology. 2014 Aug;147(2):502-26. doi: 10.1053/j.gastro.2014.04.001. Guidelines on genetic …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/28/20
… I couldn’t disguise the fact that yesterday tried my soul, for reasons I won’t revisit. I could continue in that vein by … about new-case rates prove correct. Surge capacity is also based on assumptions, but our baseline resources (ICU … 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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