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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/28/20
… month. Cold, rainy, windy, and gray has been the standard for April, as if acting out “cruelest” in charades. A … flowers and odors and breezes and sunshine of spring. I can write it but can’t quite feel it. As if I wear invisible PPE, donned against …
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I Need a… Surgeon
… a helpful guide to finding the care you need when you don't know where to start. Today, we're learning about surgery … your options. Those options may include something that can be pretty unnerving: surgery . And that means finding the … understanding of what to look for, what questions to ask, and what matters most to you can reduce anxiety and help …
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To Scan or Not to Scan?
… The risks and benefits of CT scans — and what you can do to protect your children Anyone who has brought a … the 1970’s. But as use of CT has increased, so has concern for cancer risk associated with the corresponding radiation … CT scanning, using the lowest dose possible. Parents can ask several questions to help ensure their children’s doctors …
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Columbia Creates New Surgical Oncology Division Under Dr. S. Sunghyun Yoon
… and Vice-Chair of Surgical Oncology Research and Education for the department. Dr. Yoon is an expert in the treatment … the surgical oncology care and cancer care at Columbia more comprehensive and diverse,” said Dr. Yoon. “I’m here to … to over 150 original research articles, book chapters, and reviews. “We are thrilled to have a leader like Dr. Yoon to …
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Lung Cancer
… lung cancer Minimally invasive surgery may be an option for some cases of lung cancer Lung cancer is one of the most … cancer usually begins in one lung. If left untreated, it can spread to lymph nodes or other parts of the chest, … its physical mass. The fused PET/CT image provides a more reliable alternative to the traditional side-by-side visual …
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On Changing the Standard of Care for Children: What the Evolution of ECMO Can Teach Us
… this hole, organs like the intestines, liver, or stomach can migrate into the chest, disrupting lung development and … of the art and still led to 80 percent dead kids…We didn't have anything else. There were no drugs; there were no … pumps and membrane oxygenators, providing safer and more reliable support. “Now we have pumps that effectively work …
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Five Reasons NOT to Get a Colonoscopy
… screenings starting at age 45 and repeating every 10 years for average-risk individuals. Despite past unpleasant … your eyes and move on, right? So – to make sure we don’t bore you with yet another finger-wagging admonishment to … wait is too long to get an appointment. Reality : Anyone can call our colorectal experts at (212) 342-1155 to book an …
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From NYP's Health Matters – One Heart Saves Three Lives: Innovative Partial Heart Transplant Performed at Columbia/NYP
… her valves worked well, making her an ideal living donor for this innovative procedure. She had been in the hospital … clotting over time. “When doctors told us John wasn’t going to benefit much from another stent and Dr. Goldstone … had an incredible experience at NewYork-Presbyterian, you can’t even put into words how smart and kind these people …
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Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome
… available which range from non-invasive to invasive that can improve patient outcomes and quality of life. LPHS is a … pain that radiates to the abdomen or groin. LPHS occurs more commonly in women than men. Causes of LPHS are unknown … There are no well-established diagnostic criteria for the disease. Specific diagnostic work-up depends on the …
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Dr AI: Is Mesh Safe for Hernia Surgery?
… The use of hernia mesh isn’t particularly simple or something to be scared of. Mesh has … and, when placed properly by an experienced surgeon, it can significantly reduce the risk of recurrence. In this … Is mesh safe for hernia surgery? It’s a question patients ask all the time. Dr. George offers his take on what AI got …
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When to Revise a Weight Loss Surgery
… Dr. Krikhely describes when and how revision surgery can help. Why do some individuals end up putting the pounds … nutrition guidelines. If my patients start losing ground I ask them to take stock of their situation. Then we discuss … much you can eat. While this approach is promising, we don't yet know how long the results will last. What types of …
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Your Surgery: From Planning to Post-Operative Care
… individually agree that the patient is a good candidate for surgery . A series of preoperative blood tests and x-rays … area. Nurses, physicians, and anesthesiologists will ask you questions and will tell you what to expect in the … hose for the first 2-3 days while in bed. Your nurse can send cool air through the hose if your legs become hot. …
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Routine Procedures: Dr. James Lee on Stillness, Focus, and even Forging Knives
… go through years of training to develop a stamina that can sustain the deepest, complex pressures. But just like the … 4:40am. Snooze or no snooze? I have to say my alarm hasn’t gone off in probably the last decade because I usually beat … and that’s their critical moment, like takeoff or landing for a pilot. Everything’s calm and quiet, and it gives me …
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S. Sunghyun Yoon, MD
… surgical resection to minimize local recurrence. Read More About These Treatments: … Dr. Yoon was an early advocate for minimally invasive robotic surgery and has performed over … to over 150 original research articles, book chapters, and reviews. For a complete list of publications, please visit …
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