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Staying Healthy After Liver Transplant

… received a diagnosis of liver cancer―and learned that this is a silent illness, one that often goes unnoticed in … one. “Maintaining a healthy lifestyle after transplant is critical,” says Dr. Wattacheril. “Beverly’s big problem has been weight gain, as it is for many liver transplant patients. Getting to a normal …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Atrial Fibrillation and other Arrhythmias

… An arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm. There are several types of … beat too fast, or beat too slow. Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a form of arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, in which the … arrhythmia) and bradycardia (slow arrhythmia). Tachycardia is defined by a heart rate over 100 beats per minute. There …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:17

Short Bowel Syndrome: What to Eat and Drink

… of their small intestines removed. Short bowel syndrome is the most common cause of intestinal failure, a condition … intestinal transplant . What you choose to eat and drink is important for improving symptoms from short bowel … recommendations for patients with short bowel syndrome is to avoid sweets. Candy, fruit juices and sodas are high …

Last Modified: 05/06/2024 - 14:07

Andrew Stephen Bomback, MD

… Andrew S. Bomback, MD, MPH, is a nephrologist who specializes in glomerular diseases and … as an associate at the Center for Glomerular Diseases and is currently Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Bomback is a member of the ColumbiaDoctors Hypertension Center, a …

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

Philip George, MD

… Philip George, MD is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University. He is a board-certified general surgeon who is fellowship-trained in minimally invasive and robotic …

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

Rectal Prolapse

… and robotic surgery to facilitate early recovery. Our team is available for second opinion consultations for anyone who … to confirm a diagnosis or discuss treatment options. What is Rectal Prolapse? Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the lower portion of the rectum …

Last Modified: 01/26/2026 - 12:25

Viral Hepatitis

… Viral hepatitis is an infection that causes liver swelling and damage. There … are named hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E. When hepatitis is caused by an unknown virus, it is called hepatitis X. Viral hepatitis can cause both acute …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:37

Immunosuppression and Organ Rejection

… The purpose of your immune system is to protect your health. It recognizes and attacks anything … trick the immune system into believing that your new organ is not foreign, and thus it is not attacked. After transplantation, you will be taking …

Last Modified: 03/06/2026 - 01:19

Endocarditis

… About Endocarditis Endocarditis is an infection involving the valves in the heart. It is always a serious infection and, if left untreated, will … What Causes Endocarditis? Most often, endocarditis is caused by bacteria. Colonies of microorganisms, most …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:16

Surgeons Urge a Culture Shift to Protect Sleep in the Hospital

… it’s necessary for healing. Yet fractured and broken sleep is expected, even normalized, in the hospital—the place where … shown that sleep disruption affects wound healing. Sleep is critical to our health, to pain management, and our … to provide care as fast as possible. Triaging priorities is a good idea.” With so many patients to care for, hospital …

Last Modified: 02/28/2024 - 14:10

Your Breast Surgery: FAQ

… health. You may also meet with the anesthesiologist. This is a good time to ask any questions relating to your surgery. … after midnight, your surgery may be cancelled. This is to prevent any food or liquid from going down your … the procedure and confirm the correct side. The surgery site will be marked as needed. You will also speak briefly …

Last Modified: 09/17/2025 - 12:46

The pH Diet: Facts and Fiction

… over three million results on this topic! The problem is, almost everything you read and hear has zero scientific … cancer and reflux, can be prevented or cured if the body is made more alkaline. So, it is time to set the record straight and separate fact from …

Last Modified: 10/06/2023 - 12:01

What We’re Reading: 09/20/19

… web that made it into our feeds this week. Climate Change is Having Widespread Health Impacts Storms, floods, fires and … And that’s happening today.” ( From scientificamerican.com ) New evidence shows why the HPV vaccine is as important … I do to them to try to save their life.” ( From statnews.com ) Bill Doyle’s Story: The Gift of a Dozen Years One of …

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

Wilson’s Disease

… Wilson’s disease is a rare inherited genetic disorder that causes copper to … patients manage this disease. Key Facts Wilson’s disease is an inherited genetic condition, which means that it is passed down from parents to their children. Patients with …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:42

Atrial Tachycardia

… instead of pump. When this happens only part of the blood is forced out of the heart chamber. The blood pools inside … tachycardia: Sinus Tachycardia Sinus tachycardia is a normal increase in the heart rate. It is caused when the sinus node sends out signals faster than …

Last Modified: 01/07/2026 - 14:27