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Heart Failure

… In congestive cardiomyopathy, also called dilated … it is unable to pump enough blood to the rest of the body. In most cases, heart failure affects both left and right … it can occur on just one side. About 5.8 million people in the United States suffer from heart failure and nearly …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:21

Tacrolimus (Prograf®, FK506)

… for you is based on your lab values. The capsules come in .5mg, 1mg, 5mg, and in a solution of 5mg/ml. When In the morning, take with breakfast after your lab work is …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:21

Portal Hypertension

… Portal hypertension is elevated blood pressure in the portal vein, which carries blood to the liver. It is caused by a blockage in blood flow to the liver, usually as a result of cirrhosis. … often caused by cirrhosis, which can block the blood flow in the portal vein with scar tissue and raise blood pressure. …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:40

Gastric Bypass Surgery: More Benefits than Weight Loss

… 50 years, is one of the most common weight loss operations in the United States. Columbia bariatric surgeon, Dr. … with reflux (the back up of acid and stomach contents in the throat). It does so because it redirects the flow of … patients no longer have discomfort. Many patients come in asking for a sleeve gastrectomy but it’s not as good as a …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Patient Story: Susan Harris

… a painful form of arthritis caused by excess calcium in the cartilage. Her blood tests showed normal results at … Not only did he have a great reputation, but I just knew in my heart I was in the right hands.” When Susan arrived for surgery the …

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

Fecal Incontinence

… reasons. It may be caused by an abscess or inflammation in the rectum, anus or perianal area. Other causes include … of the nervous system. Fecal impaction or muscle atrophy in an elderly patient can also lead to incontinence. The … advances to treat accidental loss or leakage of stool. In addition to the full spectrum of surgical techniques, we …

Last Modified: 02/05/2026 - 15:55

Aortic Repair Saves a Life

… was doing a little holiday shopping, when he lost vision in one eye. He called his son on his cell phone, saying, “Something’s not right,” and within minutes he was in the ER at a Westchester hospital. A few weeks earlier … transported to NYP/Columbia, one of the premier centers in the nation for aortic and valve repair. At first, Greg …

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

Colonoscopy

… and remove colon polyps. Who should have a colonoscopy? In patients with no gastrointestinal problems and no risk … may also recommend a colonoscopy exam if you have change in bowel habit, bleeding, or other symptoms indicating a possible problem in the colon or rectum. If you have any risk factors for …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:33

During your Stay

… also equipped with an Emergency Call System. Please stay in your bed after you have been settled for the night. … Television Televisions are provided for each patient in a room with access to DirecTV and local channels for a fee … at the nurses station. Telephone Telephones are provided in each patient room except Critical Care. There is a daily …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

What to Expect from a GI Consultation

… personal health history as well as any incidence of cancer in your family. During this conversation, it will be … to schedule the procedure for a convenient date in the near future. In some cases, further tests are required before scheduling …

Last Modified: 05/16/2025 - 10:41

Constitution and By-Laws of the John Jones Surgical Society

… to maintain contact with each other and the Department. In so doing, it is anticipated that resources and ideas will … III Membership Active All surgeons who trained fully in the Department of Surgery (NYPH/CUIMC). Also, present surgical faculty. Surgeons who trained in part, including fellows, in the Department of Surgery and …

Last Modified: 05/25/2023 - 11:46

Approaches to Acute and General Surgery

… incisions. The surgeon examines and operates on the area in question by viewing magnified images on the television. … abdomen, the procedure is called laparoscopy . When used in the chest, the procedure is called thoracoscopy , and when used in a joint, it is called arthroscopy . Background The …

Last Modified: 09/12/2025 - 10:32

Minimally Invasive and Endovascular Aortic Procedures

… invasive aortic procedures involve making small incisions in the skin to perform a surgical procedure. It is sometimes … These kinds of minimally invasive procedures can result in reduced scarring, less postoperative pain, and a shorter … thoracic aneurysms. Endovascular repairs can result in minimum or no scarring, minimum or no postoperative pain, …

Last Modified: 02/03/2026 - 12:50