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Naltrexone Implant a Powerful New Tool in the Fight Against Opioid Addiction
… has been described as “exhaling from holding my breath for my whole life” or “being hugged by Jesus.” That’s what … adapts; and feelings of euphoria dampen. Now, the opioid is creating new circuits, altering neural pathways little by … smarties just underneath the fat of the abdomen. After I numb up the area really well, we create a very small …
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Prednisone
… Purpose Prednisone is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ … : Prednisone in liquid formulation of 1mg/cc concentration is recommended. When In the morning, take on an empty … stomach. Repeat the dose in the pm, 12 hours after your am dose. Common Side Effects Mood swings, depression, …
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State of the Union: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2020
… Columbia and Weill Cornell. Before we get into it, I have to ask; are plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, and … are different from reconstructive surgery? Plastic surgery is sort of the umbrella term. It comes from the Greek term … they look like they're plastic! What's very challenging for patients is, of course, the marketing is way ahead of the …
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What You Need to Know About Pancreatic Enzymes
… Center , writes regularly about nutritional issues for patients with pancreatic cancer , pancreatitis , and … the amount of enzymes they contain may differ from what is advertised. If you need to take pancreatic enzymes, you … benefit from taking pancreatic enzymes. How many should I be taking? The enzymes are dosed off of the units of lipase …
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Columbia Creates New Surgical Oncology Division Under Dr. S. Sunghyun Yoon
… Columbia University Irving Medical Center is proud to announce that S. Sunghyun Yoon, MD , has joined … and Vice-Chair of Surgical Oncology Research and Education for the department. Dr. Yoon is an expert in the treatment … Columbia more comprehensive and diverse,” said Dr. Yoon. “I’m here to expand the Division of Surgical Oncology and to …
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Emphysema
… COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Emphysema is a form of COPD. Key Info COPD is a group of diseases that … programs and therapy are available to patients with COPD to help them combat their symptoms Surgical …
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BRCA
… pages getting torn and recipes obscured. In fact, our DNA is continually hit by both internal and external factors that … of developing breast cancer by age 70 to 66% (vs. 12% for the general population) and the chance of developing … of childhood solid tumors and acute myeloid leukemia. Am I at Risk? Certain populations are more likely to carry …
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I Need a… Breast Surgeon
… Our "I need a" series is a helpful guide to finding the care you … breast cancer surgery. What Credentials Should I Look For? It can be hard to find a surgeon by looking at … an opening on a surgeon’s calendar, is it worth the wait? Am I able to pay for a procedure out of pocket if my …
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Lung Transplant Saves Orla Tinsley, Cystic Fibrosis Activist
… Orla Tinsley had already revolutionized care for patients with cystic fibrosis (CF) in Ireland when she … for other CF centers through the country. “A special ward is critical so CF patients aren’t exposed to infection,” Orla … her for a while, but Orla lungs were further stressed. “I had these little bleeds and told myself that I could manage …
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Added sugars – a bad gut feeling!
… of Digestive Diseases Did you know that May is Digestive Disease Awareness Month? Help reduce your risk for developing a digestive disorder by following a healthy … sweet treats. Where are the hidden added sugars, how can I avoid those? If you don’t drink sweetened beverages or have …
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What We’re Reading: 10/04/19
… behind the outbreak in vaping-related lung illnesses is still unfolding, but the CDC has made a few important … transplant recipients on the planet. ( From washingtonpost.com ) When Music is the Best Medicine “Music therapy can make … Crowe, former president of the National Association for Music Therapy Music is a stress reliever, it's used to …
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Faculty Spotlight: Fay Kastrinos, MD – Gastroenterologist
… introduces Dr. Fay Kastrinos , a gastroenterologist with special expertise in researching and treating patients … Center since 2008. She now oversees the clinical practice for the Muzzi Mirza Pancreatic Cancer Prevention and Genetics … Program , where she sees patients every Friday. What is your role at the Pancreas Center and the Muzzi Mirza …
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Calcium Supplementation: More May Not be Better
… Calcium supplementation is necessary for many health conditions, such as osteoporosis, kidney … Nutritionist, the Pancreas Center You may be wondering if I changed my own diet and/or supplement routine after reading …
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Pediatric Liver to Adult Transition (PLATinum) Program
… commitment to preparing liver transplant patients not only for surgery and short-term recovery, but also for creating … form . About Health Care Transition Health care transition is the process of moving from a pediatric (family centered) … offers unique support for all pediatric patients aged 12 - 26 years old, who have received a liver transplant. Our …
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ECMO Patient Survives Acute Respiratory Failure, Proposes to his Girlfriend in ICU
… On March 20, 2010, Chris Costa, a 26-year-old paramedic in Connecticut, was taking a quick ride … Center, and asked that Chris be put on ECMO. ECMO stands for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation . When human lungs … perform this vital function for them. The patient’s blood is run out of the body, through the ECMO machine, and back …
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