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State of the Union: Aortic Surgery Today
… are faster, and they’re less physiologically stressful for patients. Historically, endovascular had a higher risk of … patients, randomized two-to-one, so two patients get plugs for every control. We’ve already reached over 100 patients, … We’re also collecting blood from trial patients to look for biological markers that might predict who responds …
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What is Gender Affirmation Care? On Treating the Whole Person
… and celebration of gender diversity. Before we begin, for family members, loved ones, folks who may not yet know, … And typically, folks who come into our clinic are looking for psychotherapy or come to us because they want to … name, show up on their Zoom window when they came for a visit. And, obviously, that was incredibly dysphoric for …
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Gender Affirmation Surgery: A Discussion About MTF, FTM and N Top Surgery Techniques
… other way around. Let’s start with what Columbia offers for those seeking gender-affirming surgical procedures. Do we … is gender non-binary and that it would be most appropriate for this person to undergo surgery to match who they are. … to best achieve it? Yeah, it really is. The conversation visit is talking about their individual goals. Based on that, …
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From NYP’s Health Matters: Fixing a Little Boy’s ‘Swiss Cheese’ Heart
… Brad, an information technology technician, got the news that would start them on a four-year medical journey … But by the next day, Maverick’s condition took a turn for the worse due to his heart defect and several infections. … “It’s because of my new heart!” Maverick won’t need to visit his cardiologist for another six months and can’t wait …
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State of the Union: Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Endocrine Surgery in 2024
… benign and most of them don't need much to be done except for follow-up with ultrasounds. Having said that, probably … a huge volume of thyroid nodules. Thyroid Thanks for clearing that up. What conditions fall under the umbrella … care of the gamut of thyroid disease. Thyroid nodules, for example, are incredibly common. Up to 30 to 60 percent of …
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State of the Union: Colorectal Surgery in 2023
… Reviewed March 2023 to maintain the latest information in treatment and research. An interview … so severely, going to the bathroom 30, 40 times a day for years. And they say, "Look, I would rather not ever have … out the bowel, you're going to cause problems for the patient. If you wait too long on the operating room …
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Patient Journey: Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) vs. a Large Thyroid Nodule
… during a routine exam. I don’t recall the exact reason for the visit. It’s possible I was there because I had a cold, and … RFA: What to Expect Don’t miss an update on news and content from Healthpoints, the blog from the …
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State of the Union: Hernia Care Today
… very new in the world of surgery. Dr. Podolsky: Yeah, for us, that question is twofold. It involves both the … were trained. Most people don't stay up to date on what's latest and greatest. And even the data could be … surgery. It's going to happen. Don’t miss an update on news and content from Healthpoints, the blog from the …
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Cirugía para Obesidad en el año 2023
… Edited January 2023 to maintain the latest information in treatment and research. Aquí se …
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Abdominal Wall Reconstruction: Guide to Surgery
… techniques. Abdominal wall reconstruction is reserved for large, more complex, or recurrent hernias. The abdominal … in the media, mostly stemming from lawsuits regarding mesh for vaginal slings. In abdominal wall surgery, permanent or … Your surgeon will want to see you back for a follow-up visit 2-3 weeks after your procedure. If everything is normal …
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Why Tracking Cardiac Surgery Outcomes Matters
… protocols, and enhance clinical pathways, with the Society for Thoracic Surgeons (STS) National Database serving as a … care, enabling surgeons to identify areas for improvement and collaborate with other specialties. While … has improved over the years, there's still room for enhancement, particularly in areas like long-term …
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State of the Union: Weight Loss Surgery in 2024
… Access/Bariatric Surgery and Director of the Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery . Dr. Bessler gives his … like Ozempic and Wegovy are expanding treatment options for many in need. New Medications | Pediatric Obesity | … Procedure Developments | Patient Experience | In the News | What’s Next New Medications for Weight Loss What …
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One in Ten Lung Transplants Go to Covid-19 Patients: Here’s What We Know
… Key Takeaways: COVID-19 accounts for nearly 10 percent of all lung transplants in the U.S., … United States. According to data from the United Network for Organ Transplants (UNOS), in the U.S., about one in 10 … for other patients as more data comes along. The good news is that all the transplant centers are more aggressive. …
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Off-hour Responsibilities
… During your time off prepare for surgical procedures, read for preceptor group, study for the exam. Students are assigned presentations for …
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