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Thank You
… Thank you for reaching out to The Division of Bariatric Surgery at … please call (212) 305-4000 from Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm and someone from our team will be happy to assist you. We look forward to speaking with you, The Division of Bariatric Surgery at Columbia …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/24/20
… very urgent cases in 3 ORs each day, with 2 rooms for true emergencies. Operating at 10% of capacity has an … as that must be, until the pandemic ebbs. Your Department is doing what it can to preserve cash flow. Our goal is … thing that redeployment is suddenly accelerating today. I’ve boasted in several previous Updates about how many …
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Lung Cancer Screening Program
… practitioners from multiple disciplines to provide care for smokers and ex-smokers who are at high risk for lung … complications. The core of this comprehensive program is a 10-minute imaging exam with low-dose computed tomography (CT), which detects lung …
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Back on Her Horse: Bridgette LeConey’s Journey to Recovery
… there’s often one question that we ask ourselves: will I ever be the same again? For Bridgette LeConey, the answer was a resounding yes. She’s … which was about the size of a grapefruit. Krikhely is an expert in the growing field of foregut surgery, which …
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Understanding Your Bill
… sure to examine your bill to best direct your questions. For bills regarding divisions within the Department of Surgery, each patient is assigned to a unique representative who is best able to … procedure, please call your billing representative. How do I submit the additional insurance information or check to …
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Columbia Parathyroid Center
… from multiple departments who have come together for a single purpose: to provide the highest quality care for … related to the parathyroid glands. Our team ’s mission is to improve the standard of care for all parathyroid … MD | Pathologist Looking for an Endocrine Surgeon? Our “I need a” series is a helpful guide to finding the care you …
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Christine Rohde, MD, New Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery
… States. This month marks the beginning of a new chapter for the Department of Surgery’s Division of Plastic Surgery. … Smith , Chair of the Department of Surgery. “Dr. Rohde is an outstanding plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has … on the strong foundation established by her predecessor. “I am very appreciative of Dr. Grant’s many years of service …
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (Vascular)
… What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic outlet syndrome is a … injuries (many cases of thoracic outlet syndrome are sports-related) Pregnancy Obesity Chronic poor posture In … changes and physical therapy haven't been effective for managing your symptoms, you can consult with a vascular …
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Adult Weight Loss Surgery Program
… of the legs Back pain Joint pain GERD Weight loss surgery is often also recommended to prepare people with severe obesity for other procedures they might need, so that they can have a … your coverage. Resources & More Planning and Preparing Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery? Weight Loss Surgery …
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What We’re Reading: 09/25/20
… rising around Covid-19 vaccines. ( From statnews.com ) ‘I Had Heart Surgery in the Middle of a Coronavirus Hot … a type of care you should really not delay—heart surgery for aortic aneurysm . Complications from aortic aneurysms … 15,000 deaths each year, and time-sensitive treatment is often lifesaving. Johnny Diaz, a reporter for the NYTimes, …
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How The Pandemic (Still) Impacts Vein Health
… chronic venous insufficiency can be uncomfortable. “I call it a lifestyle issue,” says Dr. Bajakian. “Sometimes … are not symptomatic and sometimes we're able to compensate for deficiencies in our venous system just by how we live our … lot of movement, and sitting and standing without moving, is what makes people symptomatic,” she says. Dr. Bajakian is …
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Spotlight on Graduating Chief Resident Dr. Stephen Oh
… class at Columbia University’s Surgical Residency Program, is now continuing his medical education with a fellowship in … your residency? This will be my fourth year at Columbia. I went to medical school at New York Medical College and … There was a collective effort to do the best possible job for the patient, and for each other as well. In addition, the …
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Center for Acute Respiratory Failure Opens at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia
… Medical Center has officially launched the Center for Acute Respiratory Failure, which offers expertise in … cardiac failure in adults, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia is expanding further due to its new ECMO program. … (ECMO) can take over the function of the lungs in adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) to give …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/31/20
… the Allen Pavilion as a prelude to delivering free pizza for everyone on duty inside. Note that 15% of the … challenges we faced two weeks ago are being reduced. PPE is clearly in better supply, enough that plans for … 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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Lung Transplant Patient Education Seminar
… unique and very helpful perspective to candidates waiting for a donor organ. The program also offers non-mandatory, … an opportunity to share their experiences and concerns with one another. See Also: Post-Transplant Patient Support … Listed” Hanyoung Kim, RN Wednesday April 22nd at 11:00 AM “Types of Donors and Q&A” Altagracia Taveras, RN Tuesday …
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