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Stories of Hope: Rokshana Husain
… When she made a trip to her local emergency room for a heart problem in 2009, Rokshana Husain could not have foreseen the life-changing journey that visit would initiate, or the series of missteps that would … A year after her surgery, Rokshana is immensely grateful for her 'second life,' as she calls it. Her recent CT scan …
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What We’re Reading: 01/24/20
… 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 … tracking the spread in real-time. ( From theverge.com ) Childhood Obesity Is a Major Problem. Research Isn’t …
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What We’re Reading: 02/14/20
… it into our feeds this week. I’ve been playing basketball for 59 years. Let me tell you why. How often do you get … psychological, even therapeutic.” ( From washingtonpost.com ) How Not To Get Sick On A Plane: A Guide To Avoiding … us locked in a model of climbing costs. ( From nytimes.com ) Also check out: What We’re Reading: 01/31/20 What We’re …
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Milstein Hospital
… over thirty operating rooms. Surgical patients are cared for on dedicated surgical nursing units, including surgical … in the country for 20 consecutive years, according to U.S. News and World Report . Care Through the Columbia Network If … same quality care you’ve come to expect from an in-person visit, without having to come into the office. All you need …
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Liver Transplant Programs & Services
… holistic care from multiple experts in a single visit for alcohol use disorder and ALD. ADAPT Program Living Donor … provide them with the knowledge and support they need. Visit Our Support Groups and Educational Resources Financing …
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Robotic Surgery at Columbia
… Columbia is at the forefront of the latest surgical techniques to improve care for you and your family. Our robotic surgery programs combine … designed console, reducing strain and allowing for small movements with pinpoint accuracy. A high-resolution …
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State of the Union: Heart Failure and Transplant in 2021 (PART 2)
… Part two of three on the latest in LVAD [left ventricular assist device] and heart … of the device will not include a driveline, or need for the external electrical power source. So, the patient … the biggest jump in the last few years, and the reason for that is actually surprising. It's not that we changed the …
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What Causes Pancreatic Cancer?
… than are Asians, Hispanics, and Caucasians. The reasons for this discrepancy are not known but may be related to … ducts, trauma to pancreas, or excessive alcohol abuse for many years. Click here for more information on … Pancreatic Cancer Prevention and Genetics Program for the latest screenings, genetic counseling, cyst survellience, and …
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Manhattan Locations
… multiple service areas in locations throughout Manhattan. For major operations and in-patient procedures, we operate … out of hospitals that rank amongst the country’s best. For office visits and select out-patient procedures, we have … NewYork-Presbyterian, has ranked #1 in New York by U.S. News and World Report for over 20 consecutive years. Our …
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Stories of Hope: Robert DiChiara
… he developed abdominal pain that continued to worsen. A visit to his physician revealed that he had a tumor at the … made improvements to his diet and exercise routine. For example, he began walking daily to improve his physical … those with questions to contact him at rdichiara@gmail.com . …
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Post-mastectomy Breast Reconstruction
… injections every two to three weeks to create a pocket for the permanent implant following a mastectomy," said … but a significant time burden, since they must visit their doctor's office every few weeks for an average of … mastectomy. For more information about this trial, please visit: clinicaltrials.gov To inquire about enrolling in this …
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NewYork-Presbyterian Recognized for Reducing its Environmental Footprint
… in the country to be honored by The American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) for reducing its energy … in the New York metropolitan area, according to U.S. News & World Report, and consistently named to the magazine's … education and community service. For more information, visit http://www.nyp.org . …
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Pulmonary Embolic Disease
… treatment may take the form of medication or surgery. For those at risk for repeat pulmonary emboli (multiple embolisms), a filter … The body is then cooled significantly, reducing the need for oxygen and allowing surgeons to halt the bypass machine …
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The Current Approach to Lymphatic Malformations
… Hospital has one of the top programs in the nation for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric vascular … timely consultation and care to the increasing referrals for lymphatic malformations,” says Dr. Kadenhe-Chiweshe. “We … embolization, and/or surgery. We also offer the very latest medical options. In addition Carrie Shawber, PhD is …
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When Food Is Not An Option: The Basics of Small Bowel Transplant (Intestinal Transplant)
… patients don’t have enough functional gut mass needed for adequate absorption to meet fluid and nutrient … failure. Massive intestinal resection can happen for various reasons, including: Inflammatory bowel disease … New York Presbyterian’s Intestinal Transplant Services, visit …
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