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Columbia Cardiac Surgery Care in New Jersey

… When it comes to giving you the best information about your heart, we don't skip a beat. … form . Who We Treat We treat patients with all types of cardiac and vascular conditions who have been told they need surgery or are interested in exploring their surgical options. We also provide follow-up care for …

Last Modified: 03/31/2025 - 14:08

Bradycardia

… About Bradycardia is the medical term often used to describe a slow heart rhythm. … there is an arrhythmia. Heart block is a specific type of bradycardia in which the electrical signals from the atria … stopped. Symptoms People with a slow heart rate may feel their heart skip a beat sometimes. Most patients feel dizzy, …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 12:44

Carotid Stenosis

… to Nicholas J. Morrissey, MD, FACS , Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery since 2003, the most … are “worth their weight in gold” because of the quality of their ultrasound laboratories. He explains, “Many …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Miralax And Dulcolax Bowel Prep For Colonoscopy

… Cleaning out the colon before colonoscopy is helpful and can reduce the risk of infection. The cleanout we recommend is written below. … procedure. Some Cardiologists prefer to have patients hold their anticoagulant medication prior to the procedure and …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:24

Sarcoma Care Program

… loved one have been diagnosed with a soft tissue sarcoma, the Sarcoma Care Program at Columbia can help. Our surgeons … have the experience and expertise to bring you the best quality care, as safely as possible. To make a surgical … an appointment online . As we enter the second quarter of the 21st century, we posed a simple question to our …

Last Modified: 03/13/2026 - 16:25

LYMPHA Trial Seeks to Prevent Lymphedema in Breast Cancer Patients

… condition that can occur after lymph node dissection. The Clinical Breast Cancer Program is enrolling patients in a … and treat lymphedema. Lymphedema is the accumulation of lymph fluid and painful swelling in the arm due to blocked … and the condition can significantly compromise both quality and length of life. How LYMPHA Works The LYMPHA …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Fatty Liver Disease

… Fatty Liver Disease (MAFLD) describes a condition in which the liver stores excess fat but is not secondary to alcohol, … or export fat. MAFLD is currently the most common cause of abnormal liver blood tests in the United States. MAFLD … Research indicates that people who lose even 5% to 10% of their total body weight (up to 30 pounds in a 300-pound …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:39

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/20/20

… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … employee, but it is a potentially important concession to their emotional needs. In theory, the mask is to be used …

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

Duties & Responsibilities

… Much like the other rotations, students act as part of a specific team, usually consisting of one Chief Resident, … operate on relatively minor cases and spend most of their time on the floor managing the patients pre and post …

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

Pediatric Vascular Anomalies

… Vascular anomalies refer to a variety of different conditions that are caused by the abnormal development of arteries, veins, and other blood … for vascular anomalies. Doctors will help patients and their families choose the best one depending on the type and …

Last Modified: 06/30/2025 - 12:14

Chin Surgery

… as chin surgery , is a cosmetic procedure used to alter the appearance of the chin and give the face a more balanced look. Using … they have always wanted and make them feel confident about their face. Mentoplasty Procedures Mentoplasty procedures are …

Last Modified: 03/20/2026 - 10:08

Endoscopic Procedures

… Endoscopic Revision of Obesity Surgery (EROS) EROS is a scarless procedure to restore the size of the stomach pouch and stoma to post-gastric … have experienced stomach pouch and stoma enlargement after their gastric bypass surgery—causing them to regain some of …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer - Part I

… The physician’s ability to treat breast cancer is advancing every year. Yet in spite of these innovations, a diagnosis of breast cancer can still … What are the available screening tools and what are their advantages and disadvantages? How safe is it to wait if …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:04

Added sugars – a bad gut feeling!

… Gerszberg, RD, CNSC, CDN Clinical Nutritionist, Division of Digestive Diseases Did you know that May is Digestive … such as those found in fruit and milk. According to the new Dietary Guidelines, added sugars should be limited to … of added sugars (9-18 year olds consume a whopping 17% of their diets from added sugars)! Nearly half of the added …

Last Modified: 05/06/2024 - 13:39

Six year-old Heart Patient Does Mini-Triathlon

… NYP/Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital is the largest referral center in New York for infants with … rate for pediatric heart surgery in the state and one of the highest in the nation. So that’s where Rob Foley and Lauren Kifer-Foley came when their 20 week pre-natal sonogram and further tests revealed …

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