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Antonio Tito Fojo, MD
… agents and has focused on the development of therapies for endocrine and neuroendocrine cancers. Dr. Fojo has … properties and the possibilities to target such cancers more precisely. The ultimate goal is to develop novel therapies for these often very refractory cancers so that there will be …
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Rhinoplasty (Nose Surgery)
… of your nose. This procedure is an excellent option for you if your goal is one of the following: Reduce or … or a “closed” procedure. While many procedures today can be done via the closed technique, an open procedure may be required in more complex cases. Your doctor will discuss which technique …
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Pediatric Surgery at Columbia
… deliver services and techniques that other programs simply can't provide. We offer advanced minimally invasive procedures for a variety of pediatric diseases, and we are the only …
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center at NYP/Columbia
… and sudden cardiac death in the young, although it can affect patients well into their 80s and 90s. In this … the obstruction. The procedure can be repeated if more tissue needs to be treated. ASA is non-invasive and … involves less discomfort. Most patients are hospitalized for two to three days. Septal Myectomy This surgical …
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When to Consider Aortic Surgery
… Surgery for aortic aneurysms may be done on an emergency basis, or if … performed if the diameter of the aorta reaches 5.5 cm (or more or less, depending on the person's height). More precise … but in the majority of cases, it is a dilated aorta that can be monitored with CT scans, and will not worsen to a …
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September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
… cancer is the fastest growing cancer among women, even more so than breast cancer. Fortunately, with a timely … and the expertise of a multidisciplinary team, we can cure most patients with a minimally invasive operation … that you will help us spread the word on thyroid cancer. For those of you who have thyroid cancer or loved ones with …
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FAQs: What You Should Know About Living Donor Transplants
… expand its application to adults. As a result, the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation is now one of the only … Center’s innovative work, nearly half of our living donors can donate the left lobe of their liver, while those donating … is the act of donating an organ to someone you don’t know. The recipient of the donation is selected based on …
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Body Contouring After Weight Loss
… area in an apron-like overhang Buttocks, groin and thighs can sag and cause hanging pockets of skin Body contouring … in tightening some areas, often times it is not enough. For those people who are struggling with excess skin and … scarring is practically invisible to anyone who isn’t looking for it. An inner thigh lift can improve the contour …
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Ulcerative Colitis
… 25% of patients who do not respond to medical treatments for ulcerative colitis will require surgical treatment. The … to describe two disorders of the gastrointestinal tract for which no specific cause has been found — ulcerative … online . Related Learn about our IBD Center Read more about Colorectal Conditions & Treatments Meet our Team …
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Profile in Compassion: Sue Mirza Carries Husband’s Legacy, Potentially Transforming the Treatment of Pancreatic Cancer
… patients had to travel to multiple physicians’ offices for different parts of their care – a burden made even more onerous by their serious illness. According to Sue, “It … of the Muzzi Mirza program are extremely pleased that they can already see tangible results in such a short time. “My …
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Gastroesophageal Reflux
… to the lungs and vocal cords. Prolonged untreated GERD can lead to Barrett’s esophagus, a dangerous precancerous … pH probe An upper endoscopy may also be necessary to look for possible areas of stricture. Biopsies (small tissue … to return home the same day. Fundoplication Surgery More than 90% of patients who undergo fundoplication have no …
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Putting the Experience of Hypothyroidism into Words
… humor, and philosophical insightfulness. Perhaps her words can be a helpful resource for those grappling with the disorder, or their loved ones, … thinking is with my brain, and if my brain is slow, it won’t necessarily know that it’s slow, since it will be moving at …
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Pelvic Floor Disorders: Frequently Asked Questions
… floor disorders affect more than 28 million Americans and can impact bowel, bladder, and pelvic support function in … able to move down and up. The bowel, bladder and uterus (for women) lie on the pelvic floor muscle layer. The pelvic … I seek help for pelvic floor disorders? Many people don't feel comfortable talking about personal topics like pelvic …
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Simulation Center Dedication Ceremony
… The center is expected to officially open this summer. More about the Center: The Mary and Michael Jaharis … in partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital. For more information about the Center, please visit …
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Thyroid Cancer Prognosis
… What Is The Thyroid Cancer Survival Rate? For people with differentiated thyroid cancer (i.e. papillary … is younger than 45, they are considered a Stage II (learn more about Thyroid Cancer Stages ) and have an excellent … prognosis (even if the cancer has spread to other organs). For people with medullary thyroid cancer , age is not as …
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