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Damien LaPar, MD, MSc, has joined the section of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
… surgery, and VATS (Video-assisted Thoracic Surgery) for PDA ligation and vascular ring repair. His research … offering comprehensive, multidisciplinary care and the latest innovations for children requiring expert heart and congenital surgery. …
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From NYP’s Health Matters: New York’s First Heart-Lung-Liver Transplant Recipient Reflects on Her Second Chance at Life
… liver cirrhosis , she was hospitalized as she waited for a triple-organ transplant. On April 30, 2024, just nine days after her birthday, she received news of the greatest gift: there was a match from a single … heart, liver, and double lung transplant. “It was not an easy road,” Nadine says. “Even when I didn’t believe in …
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Approaches to Acute and General Surgery
… approach. Laparoscopic surgery is the operation of choice for procedures such as cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal) … pain and therefore, less pain medication, faster healing for a quicker return home, and smaller, less noticeable scars … the abdominal cavity to television monitors placed for easy viewing by all the operating room personnel. Thus, the …
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Our Locations
… across multiple service areas in a variety of locations. For major operations and in-patient procedures, we operate … as one of the ten best hospitals in the country by U.S. News and World Report for over 20 consecutive years. Our … and more. Their robust robotic surgery program uses the latest technology for minimally invasive procedures. Most …
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Advances in Treating PAD (Peripheral Artery Disease)
… claudication in suspected cases of PAD. “Though we use the latest innovations and surgical techniques, we don’t push … leading vascular surgeons. “We have a healthy respect for the challenges a patient faces after intervention. Our … patient’s lifestyle is seriously impacted and are known for our success in handling the most complex and challenging …
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Duodenal Switch (BPD-DS)
… life-threatening health problems. It is usually an option for obese patients that have struggled to lose weight using … and services See more weightloss conditions and treatments Visit our team page See our Guides and Resources Watch the Video: Robotic Weight Loss Surgery Read our latest weightloss news This content has been created by …
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The Kurlanksy Method: Research Explained
… Paul Kurlansky, MD , associate director of the Center for Innovation and Outcomes Research at Columbia, tackles the … airborne transmission. Dr. Kurlansky addresses the latest studies and does a mask demonstration to lay …
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On Changing the Standard of Care for Children: What the Evolution of ECMO Can Teach Us
… recently honored Dr. Stolar with the Robert E. Gross Award for Excellence in Pediatric Research and Achievement for his work with CDH. APSA’s highest honor has been awarded … through ventilators, a technique originally developed for critically ill adults. However, the extreme pressures and …
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Pancreatic Cancer
… mass. Of all pancreatic cancers, endocrine tumors account for less than 5%. They may also be called neuroendocrine or … weight gain commonly affects patients. Diagnosis Diagnosis for this disorder requires observation of insulin level as it … in the majority of patients. Treatment Treatment for an insulinoma usually includes surgical removal of the …
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Columbia Colorectal Care in New Jersey
… Columbia offers the latest surgical and non-surgical treatments for colorectal conditions, with an emphasis on providing … form . Who We Treat We offer expert diagnosis and care for patients with colorectal conditions. Our team can help …
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Stories of Hope: Regina Haimer
… It all started with my yearly routine visit to my OB/GYN in May of 2012. After my check-up, which … on the staff at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia (how lucky for me!!) and she recommended a surgeon. One week later, my … she called. "Hello Regina. Don't get nervous, I have GOOD NEWS! The biopsies were negative." I was so touched that she …
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How Do You Know When Abdominal Pain Is Appendicitis?
… when appendicitis , or inflammation, goes untreated. It's easy to understand how this can happen when symptoms are …
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Transforming Surgical Training and Feedback with a New OR Assessment Tool
… medical students learn in the operating room. With a new, easy-to-use assessment tool , Dr. McManus aims to set clear … OR training across institutions, making a smoother path for students to build both their skills and professionalism. … there’s feedback, which can be tricky. It’s not always easy to deliver or receive, and often it comes too late to be …
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