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Our Team
… in minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery. He is known as one of the early adopters of the gastric sleeve technique and is among the most experienced surgeons in the New York area … MD – Bariatric and General Surgery Makram Gedeon, MD, is a double board-certified bariatric and colorectal surgeon …
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New Faculty Highlight: P. Ravi Kiran, MBBS
… appliances for collection of urine and stool. In order to best preserve patients' quality of life, Dr. Kiran has been … quality of life," says Dr. Kiran. In particular, Dr. Kiran is considered one of the world's foremost experts in creating … the small intestine where the rectum used to be. The pouch is attached to the anus, allowing patients to maintain …
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Guides & Resources
… and Benefits : Make an informed choice on whether surgery is right for you. Making an appointment Call (212) 305-4000 … Surgery Source http://www.bariatric-surgery-source.com Cooking Light http://www.cookinglight.com/cooking/ ObesityHelp.com http://www.obesityhelp.com …
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State of the Union: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Endocrine Surgery in 2024
… because the national society that Jenn Kuo and I belong to is called the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons, and … are very good prognosis cancers. We always say it's the best cancer to have because the prognosis is so good, but it … had an operation to remove them. We're one of the only sites in the country that actually has this clinical trial. …
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Westchester Bariatric Surgery Program
… and weight-related complications. About Obesity Obesity is a serious chronic disease that is becoming increasingly prevalent in the U.S. Defined as … approach ensures patients receive the very best care – from the initial evaluation through diagnosis, …
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Our Super Specialty: Wound & Ostomy Care
… and perineal wound care and ostomy management that is specialized and unique. Our world-class Wound, Ostomy, and … and continent ileostomy care. The WOCN expertise is a very valuable adjunct to the Global Center's medical, … centers, all designed around the goal of giving you the best quality of life possible. Care With Your Goals in Mind …
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What to Expect From Your Surgery and Hospital Stay
… will be unaware of your surroundings once the anesthesia is administered. Surgery Once you have met with your … on the day of your scheduled operation. This precaution is to prepare your body for the anesthesia. You may take your … one week prior to surgery. The purpose of the pre-op visit is to ensure that you understand all pre-operative …
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Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
… Team , October 2024 About Secondary hyperparathyroidism is a condition in which a disease outside of the parathyroid … can cause necrosis (i.e. tissue death) and ulcers. The best treatment for secondary hyperparathyroidism is typically … hyperparathyroidism from vitamin D deficiency are best treated by raising the vitamin D levels to the normal …
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Program Description
… by PGY Typical Week Chart The Integrated six year program is equally divided into three year portions. This allows for … cardiac, pediatric cardiac, and thoracic surgical areas is acquired. Throughout the training period a rigorous core … along with didactic teaching and conference schedule is woven as an integral part of the training program. During …
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A Study of Molecular Risk Panels in Chinese Breast Cancer Patients
… Dr. Margaret Chen is conducting the MammaPrint study looking at genetic … BluePrint and Research Gene Panel assays. The goal is to identify genes that control the growth and spread of …
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Living in NYC
… Most will have some combination of the two. There is no getting around the fact that New York City is an … City Government Website (nyc.gov) New York City History Sites at Columbia University Libraries Housing Columbia … this neighborhood, we invite you to visit some of these sites: NaBors Apartments Guide to Our Neighborhood Washington …
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Guide to the Aorta
… What is the Aorta? To understand the aorta, it helps to have a … can deliver that oxygen to the rest of the body. The Aorta is the first and largest part of the artery system . All … off branches of the aorta, like exits on a highway. Where is the Aorta? The aorta runs right down the middle of your …
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Quality and Outcomes Research
… Quality and outcomes research is instrumental in maintaining the high level of clinical … For 50 years, there has been no consensus about the best way to prepare patients before colorectal resection … and oral antibiotics reduces a patient’s risk of surgical site infection or leakage by half. In addition to reporting …
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