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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/7/20
… one prestigious cancer hospital, and in the initial plans for the Javits Center and USNS Comfort here at home. Javits … the privileged airlock. “Masque of the Red Death” (Poe) is a quick read for those interested in gruesome ring-fence … Best of 2020, and it won’t be matched until May 26, 2021, when all of this will be a distant memory. Craig R. …
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Unusually Deadly: The 1918 Influenza Pandemic
… I had a little bird, Its name was Enza. I opened the window, … adults. The unusual pattern of morbidity was most deadly for people between ages 20 to 40, rather than previous … that our preparations for the next influenza pandemic is about people, families, communities, and their legacy. The …
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Unbreakable Bonds: The First Robotic Kidney Transplant Is a Testament to Lifelong Friendship
… apart in the same neighborhood. “Declan knew me when I was a little boy just running around,” says John. “And he … fact, that John and Declan have seen each other every day for the last decade, working together at the same company. … Program, they both immediately felt at ease. “Dr. Ratner is amazing. When I met him, he just inspired confidence in me …
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What We’re Reading: 10/16/20
… at the state level With the election on our doorstep, this is a timely read—Detailed analysis of a study on how … keeps the cost of medication sky high. ( From statnews.com ) My Patients Can’t Take Trump’s Advice Covid-19 is … then and now in Central Wuhan. ( From newyorker.com ) Now for something different, and tactile: Learn to Fold the …
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Before Aortic Surgery FAQ
… your initial visit to determine whether or not surgery is necessary. What happens if I need surgery? If surgery is necessary, you will meet with … surgery. Do I need any additional tests before surgery? For everyone undergoing surgery, we typically perform routine …
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Robotics Is Here for Complex Liver Surgery, and the Benefits Are Vast: An Interview with Dr. Jason Hawksworth
… and Chief of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Jason Hawksworth, MD , is one of the few surgeons in the United States doing complex … Hospital, Dr. Hawksworth joined Columbia’s Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation this summer. We’re … interested, or did that focus evolve? It's interesting. I've been practicing abdominal transplants and hepatobiliary …
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Aortic Surgery Operation FAQ
… midnight the night before. You will also need to shower with special antibacterial soap that we provide the night … surgeon will begin the operation. What will anesthesia for aortic surgery involve? Anesthesia involves putting you … with the breathing tube – or any neck problems. It is also important to tell your anesthesiologist whether you …
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Gluten free meal ideas and recipes
… whole grains make a great side dish instead of pasta. Here is my favorite quinoa recipe . Suggestions for gluten free cooking: Instead of rice pasta, make zucchini … of a spiralizer, one of my favorite kitchen gadgets! I purchased mine on Amazon). After spiralizing your …
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Breathing Easy: How One Woman Got Back Her Future
… 21 years old, 5’4” tall, and weighs 120 pounds—which, for Nell, is a miracle. A few months ago, she was down to 80 pounds and … antibiotics but nothing seemed to work. “The last time I went to the hospital,” Nell says, “I wasn’t sure I was …
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What We’re Reading: 01/24/20
… this week. Why getting enough vitamin D in wintertime is so important Vitamin D is essential for good health. It’s not just for strong bones, vitamin D … the importance of getting enough. ( From washingtonpost.com ) Everything you need to know about the new coronavirus …
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5 Questions with Dr. Steven Stylianos – Committed to giving children the chance for a healthier future
… that he would make a great physician one day. “My vision for myself didn’t go beyond what I was doing over the next weekend,” says Dr. Stylianos, Chief … conjoined twins? Just as important as the technical skills is the mental planning behind making sure you’re prepared for …
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Pulmonary Embolic Disease
… A pulmonary embolism is a life-threatening blockage of the lung’s blood supply, … clot. Key Info Pulmonary emboli are life-threatening, with 25-30% of cases causing death unless treated … treatment may take the form of medication or surgery. For those at risk for repeat pulmonary emboli (multiple …
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Gallbladder Surgery: What you need to know
… most common problems leading to surgery overall. Surgery is performed not just to relieve immediate symptoms, but to … they start having symptoms related to their gallstones. I have gallstones. Must I have my gallbladder removed? While … and may be prescribed ursodiol as a preventive measure. For more information, please visit …
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