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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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What to Expect from a Surgery Consultation
… desk on the 8th floor of the Herbert Irving Pavilion, your visit will start with a full medical history and physical. … consultation may take up to 90 minutes. By the end of your visit, your team will make their initial recommendation for your care. If surgery is recommended, someone from the …
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Alyson N Fox, M.D.
… of the complications of end stage liver disease and caring for patients both pre- and post- liver transplantation. As … outcomes and initiatives. When she is not caring for patients, she is active as a course director and educator … University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Visit The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at …
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Simulation Center Dedication Ceremony
… in partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. For more information about the Center, please visit http://educationbldg.cumc.columbia.edu …
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What to Expect at First Appointment
… will determine a care plan that is designed specifically for you. The first part of your initial consultation will be similar to any physician visit. You will undergo a thorough history and physical where … family. During this conversation, it will be important for you to know what medications you are currently taking, at …
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Drs. Lee and Kurra recognized as "Physicians of Excellence" by the PheoPara Alliance
… and paraganglioma. The alliance aims to provide the latest research and information about this rare disease to …
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About Our Health Guide Team
… pace. We are dedicated to serving as a trusted resource for all your health-related inquiries and concerns. Our … and resources. We create original educational content for two main reasons: First, given the inherent complexity of … here is up-to-date, evidence-based, and aligned with the latest advancements in medical knowledge. Finally, our …
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The Itch That Led to a Life-Saving Diagnosis
… Advancing Breast Cancer Treatment: Dr. Roshni Rao on the Latest Breakthroughs from the I-SPY Trial Oncoplastic …
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Benign Breast Disease Program at Columbia
… And if a minor procedure is necessary, we offer the latest minimally invasive options. If you have benign breast … do not require treatment, and will resolve on their own. For severe symptoms that are affecting quality of life, … surgical techniques in use today. Personalized Care for Your Condition Many benign breast diseases can be managed …
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Vascular Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Program
… identify and treat all vascular causes of TOS using the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques to bring you the … lungs. Surgical correction is the recommended treatment for vascular TOS. Learn More About Vascular Thoracic Outlet … in surgical innovation and offers the latest procedures for TOS, including graft surgery for vascular repair. …
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Clinical Trials and Innovative Research At the Pancreas Center
… who will benefit the most. This is especially true for pancreatic cancer, since no single treatment has proven to work for all types and stages. Trials focus on different … to providing the highest level of care and access to the latest treatments is unmatched. Connecting Patients With …
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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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Resuming Life After Kidney Transplantation
… and feel up to it, DO IT! If you'd like to have friends visit you at home, that's OK too! Try as much as possible to … less energy than you did before surgery. It takes time for your body to heal and adjust to your new medications. … patch to help lessen your urge to smoke. It is not easy to give up smoking. You may become anxious or irritable. …
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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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