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Asthma
… condition where the airways in the lungs become inflamed and spasm, causing temporary occlusions of airflow. Symptoms include wheezing, difficulty breathing, and chest tightness. While there is no cure for asthma, a variety of treatments can help manage it and keep it from controlling your life. Key Facts Asthma has …
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From Habits to Scrubs: A Brief History of Medical and Surgical Dress
… Like fashion itself, what doctors and nurses wear has always been about more than clothing. It has signaled authority and humility, cleanliness and care, science and symbolism. Across centuries, medical … From Habits to Scrubs: A Brief History of Medical and Surgical Dress …
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Peripheral Artery Disease Program
… disease (PAD) can have a very real impact on your health and overall well-being. The Peripheral Artery Disease Program … Columbia University Irving Medical Center offers advanced and comprehensive care for PAD and related vascular conditions. To schedule an appointment …
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More Than 40 Columbia Surgeons Named New York’s Top Doctors in 2026
… This highly selective honor is based on peer nominations and a rigorous, physician-led research and vetting process that evaluates clinical excellence, professional reputation, and commitment to patient care. About Castle Connolly Top …
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The First Robotic 100: A National Milestone in Living Donor Liver Transplant
… Someone who has decided that they might be able to help and chooses to take the step. That decision sets everything … MD , Surgical Director of Adult Liver Transplantation and Chief of Hepatobiliary Surgery. “It’s also a testament to our donors and their willingness to put themselves at risk to save …
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A Noteworthy Connection
… by name, but there's a good chance you've seen his work—and his hand. "I like to say that I'm an actor from my … calligrapher, Bernard Maisner had made a long and successful career out of making communication memorable and beautiful. When people want only the very best for their …
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Shouldice Procedure (Non-Mesh Hernia Repair)
… small-to-medium sized hernias who are otherwise healthy and active Patients can typically go home 1-2 hours after … Procedure? The Shouldice procedure has been around and well-studied since 1945 and is a proven alternative to the traditional open inguinal …
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State of the Union: Weight Loss Surgery Today
… MD , Chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Bariatric Surgery, with additional commentary from F … of the Union: Weight Loss Surgery in 2025 . Medications and Surgery: Using Both Tools Thoughtfully Last time we … medications can help optimize patients before surgery and support those with weight regain after surgery. Have any …
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Advanced Colorectal Surgical Options
… procedures that maintain continence, reverse ostomies, and provide other treatment options not available elsewhere. … Each year, thousands of patients from the United States and around the world travel to NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia … . Visit columbiasurgery.org/colorectal to learn more about …
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Botox Injection
… the facial muscles to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Botox works by blocking nerve impulses, … muscles that cause wrinkles, giving the skin a smoother and more refreshed appearance. Botox injections are the most … Learn more about our plastics programs and services Visit our team page Related Treatments Brow lift Chin Surgery …
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Guide to Aortic Aneurysm
… when the walls of the aorta, which are typically strong and elastic in order to withstand the stress of blood flow … weaken. Over time, the aortic walls lose their elasticity and expand outwards. As the weakened wall deteriorates and … and experiencing any of these symptoms is a sign to visit the emergency room. Aortic Aneurysm Diagnosis How is …
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On the Day of Your Heart Surgery: What to Expect
… , detailing what to expect on the day of your surgery and during your hospital recovery. Por favor oprima aqui para … soap (chlorhexidine gluconate) the night before and the morning of surgery. Do not eat or drink past midnight … settled, your family will be allowed in for a brief visit. Q: What are the visiting hours? Visiting hours are …
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From NYP Advances — Transplant Team Performs New York’s First Heart-Lung-Liver Transplant
… by NewYork-Presbyterian. A NewYork-Presbyterian and Columbia transplant team hit a rare milestone last year … with pulmonary arterial hypertension, heart failure, and congestive liver cirrhosis: It marked the first time that … together in the mornings to discuss care coordination and visit Nadine, and at the end of the day checked in remotely …
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Chef Rocco DiSpirito Cooks for Columbia Pre-College Students in CU-HERE Program
… visited the medical center campus on Aug. 6 to cook and talk with nearly a dozen NYC high school students … program, Columbia University Health Science Exploration and Research (CU-HERE), aims to help young people who may not … procedures in the OR, experience laboratory research, and even speak to patients during the two weeks they’re on …
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What We're Reading: 11/07/25
… continues to sit at the crossroads of medicine, policy, and moral judgment—and this latest pricing deal underscores just how fraught … that deserves treatment, not blame. (from nytimes.com) The Case That A.I. Is Thinking A clear-eyed case for …
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