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State of the Union: Advances in Education of Colorectal Diseases
… rate, and the etiology and causes are largely unknown. I think the prevailing thought initially was that this has to … contribute to that, as could the gut microbiome, which is an evolving field itself. What kind of research is … guidelines. I think it certainly lends the opportunity for improvement in clinical decision-making. From a …
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A Personal Update from Dr. Emile Bacha on COVID-19
… friends and colleagues: Several of you have asked how it is going and so I will respond here. As most of you know NYC is now the … difficult conditions. Our nurses have been redeployed. For example, even nurses who were in charge of databases only …
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Cancer Conversations: What to Say to Someone Who Has Cancer
… Heller, Oncology Social Worker at NYP/Columbia Cancer is frightening experience for everyone involved. Illness and death make many … Similarly, offer compassion through statements such as “I am sorry that this is happening to you,” or “I am thinking …
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Columbia Diaphragm Center
… the most advanced diagnostic and treatment strategies for diaphragm conditions. Most diaphragm conditions are … disorders If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a diaphragm disorder, call 212-304-7538 to make an … nerve damage, and congenital disorders. The diaphragm is the essential driver of respiration, inflating the lungs …
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When to Revise a Weight Loss Surgery
… over time and needs repair. "Patients also come to us for help because they've gained weight related to behavioral … happens. Weight gain a few years after bariatric surgery is often the result of personal changes. You regain because … Circumstances play a big role and so does attitude. I often tell my patients, "The shape of your stomach is less …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/15/20
… they throw themselves into no-man’s land, day after day. For reasons I’ve covered many times, reaching our plateau … adrenaline may wane at a time when effort cannot. It is prosaic in mountaineering to emphasize the frequency of … from the Chair: 3/27/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 3/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 3/25/20 COVID-19 …
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Parathyroid Surgery Frequently Asked Questions
… How long will I be hospitalized? Most patients come to the hospital on the … your surgeon will perform a nerve block so your neck area is numbed. With local anesthesia, mild sedatives will be … amount of post-op nausea and grogginess is about the same for both local and general anesthesia. Ultimately, you will …
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Should I follow a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet?
… through various documentaries and media outlets. What is a Plant-Based Diet? There are many viewpoints as to what … program at Columbia University Medical Center. How do I get my protein? Are There Other Nutrients Of Concern? As … as your total caloric intake is adequate and appropriate for your needs, the whole food plant-based diet will …
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Vascular Resources & More
… 317-8282 or fill out our online appointment request form For the Eastern Vascular team in the Bronx, call (718) … Patel blends art and science "Thank you for giving me my life back." — Darlene’s Story "It's like I have new legs! I could not have asked for a better result." …
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TAVR Talk: Understanding the PARTNER 3 Results
… of the results from low-risk TAVR trials will be felt for many years. It will be felt by a wide group — surgeons, … and most importantly patients. First and foremost, I preface that my comments represent the perspective of not … TAVR trials prove this point very convincingly. TAVR is a very, very good method to fix aortic stenosis for most …
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Robotic Cardiac Surgery at Columbia
… Robotic surgery is a safe, accurate, and minimally invasive alternative to … expertise to deliver highly precise surgical treatment for a wide range of heart conditions. To learn more or to … Surgery: What to Expect. What Our Patients Are Saying "I recently had double valve repair, robotically assisted, …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/18/20
… in the next few weeks, but not anytime soon. The ED is under serious pressure. Five Department of Surgery faculty … front lines in the ED. Details are being worked out as I write this. We should all be proud of their altruism. The … ICU-bed availability, and made staff more available for other uses. Whether this level of function is …
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What We’re Reading: 08/07/20
… Immunology Is Where Intuition Goes to Die The immune system is an … havoc on the body in severe cases. Your must-read article for the week. ( From theatlantic.com ) How a Zoom forum is changing the way ICU doctors treat …
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Should I try a Low-FODMAP diet?
… Disease Let me introduce to you FODMAPs, which stands for Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, … bowel habits, and abdominal pain. The low-FODMAPs diet is one of the hottest topics in digestive health since it … may help, however it is important that you first consult with your doctor and dietitian. Keep in mind that individual …
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First patient at NYP/Columbia receives intraoperative radiation therapy
… 19, 2013. According to Sheldon M. Feldman, MD, FACS, "This is the culmination of a great collaborative effort and … team over several years. This represents a major advance for our patients. I am extremely proud to be part of the NYP family and look …
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