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Columbia Adrenal Center

… Welcome to the Columbia Adrenal Center. The hormones produced by the adrenal glands impact every part of the body, so people with adrenal disorders need medical … techniques that facilitate faster recovery and better quality of life after surgery. Our group was one of the first …

Last Modified: 03/26/2026 - 14:30

Lisa S. Wiechmann, MD

… in breast cancer, who was recognized with honors by the Breast Cancer Alliance, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation and the Society of Surgical Oncology. Dr. Wiechmann's dedication to … Medical Center (2011-2013) and the Greenwich Hospital Quality Award (2015). Her peers recently selected Dr …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/20/20

… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … because they need procedures that extend life and improve quality of life. Forgive me for beginning with dreary process …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

Covid: What You Need to Know Before Your Surgical Appointment

… interview was updated on September 9th, 2022 to include the latest information regarding COVID testing. Jump to: … as does our transparency while we mitigate the arrival of new strains. Just as we have been throughout this entire … proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours prior to their visit . We are now able to allow two visitors per …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:02

The 2025 Blakemore Prize Winner

… The winner of the Blakemore Prize, for 2025 is Dr.med. Karina A. Bruestle, MD, a graduate of the General … abstracts of the American Transplant Congress in their section “what’s hot what’s new – basic science”. Her … The 2025 Blakemore Prize Winner …

Last Modified: 07/24/2025 - 15:50

Day of Surgery

… Surgery is performed at one of Columbia University Medical Center's sites in Manhattan — either at the main 165th Street location or at the Allen Hospital at … the facility 90 minutes prior to the anticipated time of their procedure, in order to check in and be seen by their …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:05

Suroosh S Marzban, MD

… Suroosh Marzban, MD, is a vascular surgeon specializing in minimally invasive … vascular surgical procedures. Dr. Marzban graduated from the University of South Florida College of Medicine and completed surgical …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

A2ALL-Patients Safety System Improvements in Living Donor Liver Transplant

… (LDLT), involves complex systems and processes of care that are particularly vulnerable to medical errors … and preventable complications. This ancillary study of the Adult-to-Adult Living Liver Transplantation Cohort Study … an important gap in the knowledge needed to achieve high quality and safe LDLT care of patients by developing a …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06

The Wellness Series

… however, she was determined to play an active part of her own health and recovery and was unsure how to do so. After her recovery, she worked with the Clinical Breast Cancer Program to develop The Wellness … about: reducing side-effects of treatment improving the quality of their life cancer prevention eliminating …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Liver Transplant Conditions & Treatments

… We’ve put together educational guides and information about the causes and treatments of liver disease to help you make informed decisions about … a healthy donor liver can prolong and improve a patient’s quality of life. Robotic Liver Transplantation – Robotic …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 14:14

2024: A Year of Excellence, Compassion, and Innovation in Care

… As the year draws to a close, we reflect on the profound advancements, personal stories, and milestones … fostering community, and inspiring the next generation of medical professionals. From groundbreaking surgeries to … 2024: A Year of Excellence, Compassion, and Innovation in Care …

Last Modified: 01/31/2025 - 14:57

FAQs About Pancreatitis

… use, you should abstain from alcohol. If other causes of acute pancreatitis have been addressed and resolved (such as via gallbladder removal) and the pancreas returned to normal, you should be able to lead a … this procedure allows patients to retain some of their insulin-producing function, preventing the …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:03

Heart Transplantation

… offer individuals facing serious disability and death the opportunity to lead more fully-functioning lives. Over … and bones, corneas, skin, saphenous veins, and valves of the heart. Cardiac transplantation is the surgical … the muscle, impairing its ability to pump blood to other parts of the body. There are two major categories of …

Last Modified: 01/26/2026 - 11:58

Columbia Vascular Services in Westchester

… conditions right in your own neighborhood. Columbia offers the latest in diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive … throughout Westchester. If you or a loved one need high-quality vascular care in the Westchester area, please contact … form Who We Treat We care for patients with a wide range of vascular conditions, including those with complex disease, …

Last Modified: 04/01/2026 - 17:40

I Need a… Bariatric Surgeon

… Our "I need a" series is a helpful guide to finding the care you need when you don't know where to start. Today, … Bariatric Surgeon Do? Most surgeons focus on certain areas of the body or treating specific diseases. Bariatric surgeons … devices being developed and tested to improve outcomes and quality of life. Clinical trials offer the latest …

Last Modified: 04/30/2025 - 17:05