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Dr. AI: Who Is a Candidate for Non-Mesh Groin Hernia Repair?
… to Dr. George, non-mesh repairs can be a great option for patients who want to avoid synthetic materials, including … those with mesh allergies or who simply prefer an implant-free surgery. The Shouldice repair, which the Columbia Hernia Center specializes in, is often most effective for small, straightforward hernias. However, high-impact …
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Leading Colorectal Cancer Expert Joins Colorectal Faculty
… seeing patients at the main campus in Washington Heights. For any inquiries or referrals, please feel free to contact his office at (212) 342-1155 . Born and … helped develop several advances in the art of colonoscopy for the benefit of patients. He is also deeply commitment to …
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Patient Story: Marc Weisenfreund
… he says. Marc had suffered from symptoms of indigestion for about 20 years, relying on daily medications to prevent … his research about Dr. Geller’s experience, Marc came in for a consult in January, 2016. Marc says that he had never … Marc’s gastric reflux completely disappeared, leaving him free from medication. “This was a simple procedure, and right …
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Patient Resources
… the common concerns patients raise with our surgeons. Feel free to print these sheets, share them with your support … What if My Doctor's Office has a PA or NP? Resources for Healthcare research: What Are The Best Resources For Healthcare Research? Should I use the Internet for …
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Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplantation
… be treated any other way. This means that the only way for them to have a functioning gastrointestinal tract is to … that make up the digestive system, which is responsible for taking in and processing food and expelling waste. It is … One Year : 74 percent Five Year : 42 percent Ten Year : 26 percent The survival rates for intestinal, liver, and …
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Skin Cancer & Mohs Procedure
… and examination of single layers of skin until only cancer-free tissue remains. Following Mohs surgery, many patients … Advil, Motrin, or other aspirin-containing products for two weeks. If you are a smoker, stop smoking to aid in … advise you as to the timing of the planned procedures. For more information about our research with skin grafts . …
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Recovery From Heart Surgery: Common Concerns
… refer patients to home health care agencies if necessary for post-discharge home care and cardiac rehabilitation. … sexual problems were present between partners. Feel free to resume sexual activity once you've checked with your … Choose a time when you are rested, relaxed, and free from stressful feelings. Wait one to three hours after …
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Patient Forms
… Please take a few moments, prior to your visit, to fill out the forms listed below. Bringing these forms to your visit filled out will help us to process the paperwork more … please contact your physicians office. Authorization Form For Release Medical Records Registration Form New …
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History of Medicine: Dr. Roentgen’s Accidental X-Rays
… much more. Mammography, the standard screening method for breast cancer, uses X-rays. We barely think about it, … too, rendering the bones and tissue beneath visible. News of his discovery spread worldwide, and within a year, … that during the 1930’s and 1940’s, shoe stores offered free X-rays so that customers could see the bones in their …
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State of the Union: Breast Care Today
… really trying to minimize our use of opioids, especially for breast patients, by using what we call multi-modality … treatment. Let’s pivot to preventative care. What’s the latest on 3D mammograms? Are they now recommended for all … We recommend 3D mammograms for everyone. The good news is that 3D mammography has become the standard at all of …
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After Aortic Surgery FAQ
… you will be transferred to our Intensive Care Unit (ICU), for 1-2 nights, where we monitor your vitals closely. An … up congestion. In the ICU, family members may begin to visit for short intervals. From the ICU, we transfer you to a … during that time is not permitted. When can my children visit? Young children are not permitted in the Intensive Care …
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Tomoaki Kato, MD
… and adult liver transplantation. Dr. Kato is Vice Chair for Transplantation at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia … in peer-reviewed journals. Resources For more information, visit the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation If you … (Mandarin & Cantonese) , please call 646-317-6325 or, visit the Columbia Liver Asian Outreach Office ( English | …
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