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What We’re Reading: 01/10/20
… A worthwhile exploratory read. ( From washingtonpost.com ) A.I. Comes to the Operating Room An exciting pilot … to diagnose brain cancer faster. The goal of this A.I. is not to replace work by humans, but to develop a new method … to predict diagnosis, and in less time. ( From nytimes.com ) Surgeon Breaks Down 22 Medical Scenes From Film & TV …
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Our Super Specialty: Pouch Salvage & Continent Ileostomy Program
… ileostomy seeking management of pouch problems. There is a high rate of pouch preservation after both primary pouch … that might postpone or avoid surgery. This method is especially useful for pouchitis, fistula, strictures, … or function. When these other modalities fail, surgery is a good option for salvage of the continent ileostomy. …
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Columbia Adrenal Center
… of specialists. The mission of the Columbia Adrenal Center is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care by … and its effects on the rest of the body. Our center is one of only a few select programs in the U.S. that offer … endocrine surgeons and physician assistants. With rapid on-site diagnostic capabilities, including fine needle …
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Pulmonary Hypertension
… Pulmonary hypertension is a condition caused by increased blood pressure in the … including heart failure. Key Info Pulmonary hypertension is classified into 5 main groups It has multiple causes and … can often be managed with medications, but surgery is an option when medical therapy fails Pulmonary …
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The Future of Surgery, Today
… century, we posed a simple question to our doctors: "What is the single most futuristic thing we're doing in surgery … in congenital and transplant. The stuff going on in labs is very exciting and shows the promise of substituting … Rao , Chief of Breast Surgery: "I think the biggest thing is working not as a single surgeon but as a whole, working …
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Columbia Vascular Services in Westchester
… A Focus on Compassionate, Patient-Centered Care Our team is committed to treating you as a whole person, not just your … at 1111 Westchester Avenue, NewYork-Presbyterian The One is a state-of-the-art out-patient facility that combines … for same-day, coordinated visits, valet parking, and on-site dining options. Convenient Locations Across the …
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Teach Them Young: Lemonade Stand Raises Money for Sick Kids at NYP/Columbia
… thinking about while planning the lemonade stand. “Giving is an art form, and we try to teach our children that anyone … daughters from my previous marriage. They range from age 26 to 31. And we always instilled in them the importance of … all was said and done and the lemonade stand closed up shop for the evening, the kids raised a whopping 82 dollars. …
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ColumbiaDoctors Eastern Vascular
… veins and spider veins. ColumbiaDoctors Eastern Vascular is one of only 5 accredited vein centers in New York City and … behind you. For procedures that can’t be performed on-site, our surgeons will treat you at one of state-of-the-art … visit without having to come into the office. All you need is a smartphone or computer and an internet connection. Our …
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Cystic Fibrosis and Lung Disease
… Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a severe, genetically-determined disease involving the … tract, and other organs. Key info Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic disease causing the build up of thick, sticky … can be treated, but not cured medically Lung transplant is recommended in severe cases among those who are eligible …
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Pediatric Surgery Presentations and Research
… This quarterly report is a summary of the monthly Faculty Research Newsletter. … Mattar SG, Michalsky M, Podkameni D, Reichard KW, Stanford FC, Zeller MH, Zitsman J. ASMBS Pediatric Metabolic and …
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Heart Tumor Care
… at a specialized care center. Our Cardiac Tumor Program is one of the only centers in the world dedicated to caring … with these rare tumors. The Latest Treatments Columbia is a proven leader for surgical innovation. We offer access … Hemangioma Our Team Michael Argenziano, MD Dr. Argenziano is a cardiac surgeon with decades of experience as a leader …
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Immunology Presentations and Research
… This quarterly report is a summary of the monthly Faculty Research Newsletter. … dissection of human intestinal T cell immunity reveals site-specific changes in gut-associated lymphoid tissues over … of Islet-Kidney Transplantation. Cell Transplant. 2017 Nov;26(11):1755-1762. doi: 10.1177/0963689717732993. Journal link …
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Thyroid Nodules
… the neck Difficulty swallowing or breathing if the nodule is large Hoarseness or voice changes Overproduction of … During diagnosis, the most important questions to ask are: Is the nodule cancerous? Does the patient have too much … levels. Radioactive iodine scan – Shows whether a nodule is "hot" (producing excess hormone) or "cold" (not producing …
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Hereditary Diffuse Gastric Cancers
… Hereditary diffuse gastric cancer is a rare syndrome that can be caused by inheriting a … a mutation in the CDH1 gene from his/her mother or father is at significantly increased risk of developing diffuse … gastrectomy, esophageal anastomotic leak rates between 8-26% have been reported. Anastomotic stricture rates of up to …
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