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Accelerated Partial Breast Irradiation
… standard course delivers radiation to the entire breast, and consists of six to seven weeks of therapy, five days a … of radiation therapy may now alleviate this travel burden and allow more women to complete this highly important … risk of developing breast cancer. For more information, visit breastmd.org or call 800.543.2782. …
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Gallbladder Surgery: What you need to know
… making it the most common disease of the gallbladder and one of the most common problems leading to surgery … but to also prevent ongoing attacks of gallstones and other complications. Zachary Gleit, MD, Assistant … as a preventive measure. For more information, please visit columbiasurgery.org/general-surgery . We have …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/22/20
… of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and staff about pandemic response and priorities. Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, It … of bad ideas. I will try to redeem myself with another visit to the annals of adversity. Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a …
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2023: A Year of Trailblazing Care Where We Need It Most
… As we bid farewell to another transformative year, pride and gratitude swell among us. We encourage everyone to take a … clinicians, nurses, administrators, support staff, and colleagues across borders who make it all happen. Thank you for all you do, and cheers to what is bound to be another inspiring year …
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Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s Liver Team Partners with ICU Specialists to Establish a Dedicated Liver ICU
… SICU now has dedicated beds for patients with acute and chronic liver disease,” reiterating his passion to be … a multidisciplinary care approach, one that is well known and practiced at Columbia. Our comprehensive team of … services, call (877) LIVER MD / (877) 548-3763 or visit us at: The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation …
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Esophageal Disorders Program Tackles GERD-Related Aspiration
… Team develops novel technique to assess and prevent common problem that can be serious in some … Medical Center has wide experience in treating adults and children with esophageal diseases. According to Frank … treatment of GERD at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia, please visit www.columbiasurgery.org/esophageal . …
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Pancreatic Cancer: Family History and Genetics
… Pancreatic cancer is a deadly disease and can devastate the lives of many families. In the United … from cancer, often because it is difficult to diagnose and not found until its late stages. When found in its … risk factors and determining if you’re at risk Please visit our Muzzi Mirza Pancreatic Cancer Prevention and …
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New Lymphedema Prevention Study Now Enrolling Chinese Patients
… chronic swelling of the arm. Lymphedema may be disfiguring and causes pain, heaviness, infection, and in very rare cases, severe complications such as cancer … please contact our Study Coordinator at 212.305.1317 or visit breastmd.org . …
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Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery at Columbia
… surgery, you may be worried about long hospital stays and extended recoveries. You may even have been told that you … surgery but with shorter hospital stays, faster recovery, and fewer complications. Minimally invasive techniques also … invasive surgery, even for the most complex cases and diseases. Our skilled surgeons have helped develop and …
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The Columbia Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Center
… Colorectal Cancer Center is to prevent death from cancer and to maintain quality of life in all people affected by … Syndrome (PHTS) Learn more about the role of genetics and colorectal cancer Colorectal Cancer & Your Family Our … cancer are the following: These cancers grow quickly and in complex ways Patients often don’t show any symptoms …
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State of the Union: Advances in Education of Colorectal Diseases
… Program Director of the General Surgery Residency Program, and Interim Chief of the Division of Colorectal Surgery, about the intersection of research, education, and awareness of colorectal cancer and inflammatory bowel … or may not have the same support that they would in one visit. And if you don’t know if your doctors are actually …
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Columbia Vascular Services in Westchester
… in diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive procedures, and complex vascular surgery at hospitals and outpatient facilities throughout Westchester. If you or a … that affect daily life. Our team treats both common and advanced vascular disorders and works closely with each …
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Jonathan Yeh, PA
… as a Physician Assistant at the Center for Liver Disease and Abdominal Transplantation at Columbia University medical … professional, taking various responsibilities in retail and pharmaceutical industry in Taiwan and the U.S. Jonathan … speaker, and has an excellent command of Cantonese. Visit The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at …
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What to Expect From Your Hernia Surgery
… believe that patients are partners in the surgical process and that the most successful hernia repairs happen when … to help you know exactly what to expect before, during, and after your surgery. Preparing for Surgery Prospective … to assess their hernia and evaluate surgical options. This visit includes: A comprehensive medical history A …
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The Local Choice for Thyroid, Parathyroid and Adrenal Surgery
… Glands like the thyroid and parathyroids help your body perform a variety of … can throw them off. They work by creating hormones, and problems can occur when they don’t make enough—or when … surgery is the only true cure for thyroid, parathyroid, and other endocrine diseases. The garden state now has access …
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