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Columbia Orthoplastic Surgery Program

… experts in orthopedic and reconstructive plastic surgery for thoughtful, personalized treatment options. This … Coordinated Care We understand the impact surgery can have on your self-esteem and quality of life. Our … Roshan P. Shah, MD Plastic Surgeons Jarrod T. Bogue, MD Catherine L. Ly, MD Thomas A. …

Last Modified: 03/25/2026 - 16:07

A New Way of Approaching the Aorta: Bringing Cardiac and Vascular Surgeons Together

… in the body, often the groin, to access the blood vessels for repair. Cardiac surgeons specialize in open surgeries; … No one really thinks of it as a single organ but it [can be] diseased all the way throughout,” says Dr.Patel, … possible option. We can do things together that we couldn’t do individually.” Having trained and operated at many …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

State of the Union: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Endocrine Surgery in 2024

… nodule. Most of them are benign and most of them don't need much to be done except for follow-up with ultrasounds. … patients who have thyroid operations, probably 20 percent can actually have interventional endocrinology done with it. … . In contrast, with hyperthyroidism , we operate on a fair number of those patients in order to control their …

Last Modified: 10/13/2025 - 17:31

Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… a safe outcome. With so much that needs to happen, it can feel overwhelming for you and your loved ones. Knowing … and bring any imaging and reports, if you haven’t provided them in advance. We strongly recommend that you … Now it's time to meet your surgeon. This is your chance to ask questions, review your health history, and learn about …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:25

ColumbiaDoctors Eastern Vascular

… Services At our Eastern Vascular office, we provide care for all forms of vein and vascular disease, including: … of the Columbia/NewYork-Presbyterian health system, we can put the resources of one of the country’s top medical … hospitals behind you. For procedures that can’t be performed on-site, our surgeons will treat you at one of …

Last Modified: 04/08/2026 - 12:19

The 2022 Blakemore Prize Winner

… Prize winners . The Blakemore Prize is awarded annually for the best body of research performed by a graduating Chief … 1954. Blakemore was a surgical innovator also well known for the Blakemore tube, widely used in the past for the … Engineering Email Dr. Ferrari www.FerrarilabColumbia.com …

Last Modified: 01/03/2024 - 14:14

The 2024 Blakemore Prize Winner

… The winner of the Blakemore Prize for 2024, is Erin May Duggan, MD, MS, a graduate of the … Prize winners. The Blakemore Prize is awarded annually for the best body of research performed by a graduating Chief … 1954. Blakemore was a surgical innovator also well known for the Blakemore tube, widely used in the past for the …

Last Modified: 09/18/2024 - 13:13

Courage to Share: The Importance of Publishing Adverse Surgical Outcomes

… Kurlansky, MD , Associate Director of Columbia’s Center for Innovation and Outcomes Research , and a boarded … group honestly reporting negative experiences, which we can all learn from and improve on. Bravo.” What a great … from and improve on. Bravo ⁦ @ColumbiaSurgery ⁩ ! https://t.co/bZurWRST2t — T. Sloane Guy, MD, MBA (@sloaneguy) …

Last Modified: 04/02/2026 - 14:10

Mitral Valve Regurgitation

… the heart. This occurs when the heart's mitral valve doesn't close tightly. When the mitral valve doesn't work properly, blood can't move through the heart as efficiently as it should, … mild and progresses slowly. People may have no symptoms for decades and be unaware that they have this condition. …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:26

Research at Wu Lab

… Faculty Research Grant (PI) 2010-2011: Irving Center for Clinical Research (CTO/CTSA) Pilot Award (PI) 2010-2011: …

Last Modified: 10/31/2023 - 13:05

The 2023 Blakemore Prize Winner

… The winner of the Blakemore Prize for 2023, is Miguel M. Leiva Juárez, MD, MSE., a graduate of … Prize winners. The Blakemore Prize is awarded annually for the best body of research performed by a graduating Chief … 1954. Blakemore was a surgical innovator also well known for the Blakemore tube, widely used in the past for the …

Last Modified: 01/03/2024 - 14:23

“To Be or Not to Be”… an Organ Donor

… tell you that you should become an organ donor. I simply ask that you think for yourself and consider the following … donor. The truth could not be farther from this fear, I can assure you. Doctors and nurses involved in your emergency … I posed: What does it mean to YOU to be a donor? Don’t be put off by the myths and misconceptions surrounding …

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

Thyroid Surgery: Common Questions and Concerns

… may have a permanently low calcium level. We routinely ask patients to take calcium supplements for the first few … the surgical glue falls off, there are several steps you can take. First and foremost, protect it from the sun and use … that has worked for you in the past, as long as it doesn’t irritate the incision. Most patients do not put anything on …

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

What We’re Reading: 08/14/20

… Contact Tracing Data Public. Here's What They're Learning For contact tracing to be effective, programs need speed and … more focus is needed to curb the spread and how states can learn from each other. ( From npr.org ) What a Doctor … at home. Of course, physical exams and testing can’t be done over video, but what has emerged is newfound access …

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

The 2021 Blakemore Prize Winner

… View Past Winners The Blakemore Prize is awarded annually for the best body of research performed by a graduating Chief … 1954. Blakemore was a surgical innovator also well known for the Blakemore tube, widely used in the past for the treatment of bleeding esophageal varices. About The …

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