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8 Tips for Managing Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea
… may cause you to feel queasy. Rather, have foods that are easy to digest such as crackers, toast, yogurt, potato, … your doctor about nausea medications. Common medications for nausea include ondansetron (Zofran) and prochlorperazine … family or friends are cooking (this would be a good time for a nap in your bedroom). Open a window to help neutralize …
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Healthy Baby after Kidney Transplant and Another on the Way
… kidneys were not filtering toxins the way they should. For several years, she and her doctors at Columbia were able … While it’s essential to work with your doctors as you plan for pregnancy, if your transplanted kidney is functioning … is now expecting her second child. "This has also been an easy pregnancy,” says Fanny. “I look back on those early …
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Barrett's Esophagus
… of developing esophageal cancer. Risk Factors Risk factors for Barrett’s esophagus include chronic, long-lasting … upper GI endoscopy and biopsy. Our endoscopists use the latest technology for the minute inspection of abnormal areas in the esophagus, …
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Adult Weight Loss Surgery Program
… also recommended to prepare people with severe obesity for other procedures they might need, so that they can have a … to treat effectively. In addition to surgery, we offer the latest weight loss medications in cases where surgery alone … for weight loss help in the Westchester area? Please visit our Westchester Weight Loss Surgery program. Make an …
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Liver Transplant Programs & Services
… holistic care from multiple experts in a single visit for alcohol use disorder and ALD. ADAPT Program Living Donor … provide them with the knowledge and support they need. Visit Our Support Groups and Educational Resources Financing …
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State of the Union: Pediatric Surgery Today
… Right now, I'm particularly excited about the potential for miniaturization of robotic instrumentation. Currently, … should have their family there with them at a doctor visit. Pediatric surgical care is really special and … to overcoming. We recently talked to Dr. Duron about the latest in vitro surgery . What about fetal surgery? There's a …
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Diverticulitis and Diverticulosis
… diverticulitis are together called diverticular disease. For further information about diverticulitis and … Disease If dietary changes are not sufficient, treatments for acute diverticulitis may also include oral or intravenous … the treatment of diverticulitis and strong interest in the latest developments related to the condition. One of our …
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Division of Pediatric Surgery
… and newborn babies, as well as gives comprehensive care for all childhood and adolescent surgical issues, from … care, while our CME programs raise awareness of the latest best practices and techniques. Learn more about … Email : ys466@cumc.columbia.edu Phone : (212) 305-8402 News & Announcements State of the Union: Pediatric Surgery …
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Call to Nominations! 2016 Ruth Leff Siegel Awards
… The Pancreas Center is announcing a call for nominations for the fourth annual, 2016 Ruth Leff Siegel Award . The … deadline is June 1st, 2016. For more information, please visit our website . Direct questions to: Shenelle Wilson …
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Our Team
… TRANSFERS BY REFERRING PHYSICIANS: 800.NYP.STAT Or visit our online referral center » …
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An Interview with Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, on Undergoing Thyroid Cancer Surgery
… the former editor-in-chief of WIRED , a contributor to CBS News, a marathoner, a father, a musician, a publishing … the bottom of this interview). Many thanks again to Nick for his candor. We hope you will find this interview … required? Yes. I take synthroid now and it is routine and easy. But it took me about six months to get the dose right, …
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State of the Union: Breast Care in 2025
… Rao, MD , Chief of the Division of Breast Surgery . For more background, see our previous State of the Union with … provide it without additional cost to patients. What’s the latest with the I-SPY trials? I-SPY continues to adapt . … Some only return because they felt a lump. But the good news is that we have capacity now. And we have a diverse …
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A Noteworthy Connection
… and beautiful. When people want only the very best for their announcements—weddings, graduations, major … put into it.” In Mr. Maisner's case, that has been all too easy. “The beautiful calligraphy, the envelopes, the cards… … artist, putting your hands in somebody else's doesn't come easy," says Maisner. "So it never occurred to me to try to …
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Selective venous sampling—solving a hypertension puzzle
… curable. In his mid-fifties, JM had been struggling for years to keep his high blood pressure under control. … weren't working well, leaving him at continued risk for kidney failure, heart disease, and other serious health … need for it at the Adrenal Center. "The left side is easy to access, but the right side is not. It can be …
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Your Breast Surgery: What to Expect
… Surgical Breast Team , December 2023 To help you prepare for your breast surgery, learn what you can expect several … to the Ambulatory Recovery Room. Family members can visit you there and discharge instructions will be given to … be taken to one of the hospital units. Your family can visit you in your hospital room. Home Care Depending on your …
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