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Stories of Hope: Carole DeNettis

… is Carole DeNettis. I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in December of 2013, at the age of 68. As I began to … jaundice. I was admitted to a hospital near my home in New Jersey, but was later transported to a second New … to believe that a tumor was blocking the common bile duct in my pancreas, however they could not give me a definitive …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

Lifestyle Changes after Your Operation

… Optimum Weight To give your new heart the best advantage in restoring your health, keeping your weight at an optimum … will need to be eliminated or severely restricted in your new healthy lifestyle. Caffeine is a stimulant of the … after your transplant. Alcoholic beverages are high in calories, low in nutrients and can increase the level of …

Last Modified: 01/15/2026 - 15:45

Stories of Hope: Alia's Story

… a 19-year-old, finished her freshman year of college in the spring of 2009. In addition to managing a full course load as a biology major … ordered an ultrasound which detected a mass in her abdomen. Alia's doctor advised her of the potential …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:07

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/30/20

… a baseline of ~400 ICU beds to ~1100—almost a tripling in capacity. These beds will be coming on line daily, in the largest possible aliquots, over the next few weeks. … Field hospitals are familiar elements of forward areas in armed conflicts and in natural disasters. Yes, it is …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:12

What You Need To Know About Colorectal Cancer

… Colorectal cancer is a significant health concern in the United States, with an estimated 150,000+ new cases … cancer, making it the second leading cause of cancer death in the country. Lifestyle factors such as alcohol use, … Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, and the American Cancer Society …

Last Modified: 04/24/2024 - 14:44

Stories of Hope: Jan Hilgeman's Story

… lived well into their 80s and 90s and my parents are in their 80s now and for the most part healthy and vibrant. … to address persistent heartburn. She was unhappy to see me in her office for this. In the 10 years as her patient, she'd never seen me for …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

Your Breast Surgery: What to Expect

… what will happen the day of, and how you can best recover in the days and weeks to follow. For additional information, … also tell your doctor about any medications you’re taking in case you have to stop them before your surgery. All … them. You should also pack a loose shirt you can button in the front that you can wear home. Remove all jewelry, …

Last Modified: 09/16/2025 - 13:14

Is Your Standing Desk Causing Varicose Veins? 7 Myths About Irregular Veins

… adults have raised, discolored veins that produce swelling in the ankle, along with sore, achy legs. These are called … that Columbia’s vein experts now offer vein screenings in Midtown Manhattan? You can call (866) 697-7755 to schedule an appointment. Learn more about vein screenings in Midtown . Myth #1: Irregular veins are a cosmetic problem. …

Last Modified: 02/03/2026 - 18:41

Call Schedule

… night care team, covering the patients for all the teams. In addition, the students do post-op checks on patients who come out of the recovery room late in the day, plus work-ups and writing admission notes on any new patients. In this way, students are exposed to many conditions other …

Last Modified: 05/25/2023 - 11:46

Luona Sun, MD

… Luona Sun, MD is a board-certified breast surgeon trained in minimal invasive nipple sparing mastectomy, skin sparing … focusing on rare diagnoses like small cell carcinoma in breast cancer and high risk lesion management in patients with coexisting cancer. One of her major research …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

Bret Taback, MD

… Bret Taback is a nationally recognized surgical oncologist in the New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving … Center department of surgery. Dr. Taback is a leader in the clinical management of melanoma, sarcoma and skin/soft … his MD degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston , and completed his general surgery residency at …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 08:37

Pancreatitis Treatments

… duct is a small tube that carries bile, which is produced in the liver, from the liver and gall-bladder to the small … ducts, break up or remove gallstones, remove tumors in the ducts, or insert stents to restore the flow of … fluid. A biopsy may also be taken through the endoscope, in order to evaluate cells for infection or cancer. If …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:01

FAQs: What You Should Know About Living Donor Transplants

… has pioneered and perfected living donor liver transplants in both children and adult patients. Get all your questions … Chief of Transplantation, helped pioneer this procedure in the 1980s and was on the first team to perform a successful living donor liver transplantation in the U.S. Since then, he has helped expand its application …

Last Modified: 01/13/2026 - 13:05

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

… caused by the compression of nerves and/or blood vessels in the neck and upper chest. Key Info Thoracic outlet syndrome involves pain in the neck and shoulder areas and numbness in the arms or hands. It can be caused by the compression of …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:32