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I Need a… Breast Surgeon
… Our "I need a" series is a helpful guide to finding the care you need when you … some helpful questions. What Does a Breast Surgeon Do? Most surgeons focus on certain areas of the body or treating … and treat health issues that develop in the breast. The most common condition that requires surgery is breast cancer, …
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Our Heritage
… traces its origins to the pre-Revolutionary era of 1767, is today considered one of the world's foremost centers for surgery. At the core of this well-earned reputation is our staff; indeed, thousands of the most talented physicians at the top medical schools in the …
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Ana Berlin, MD
… Dr. Ana Berlin is a dually-trained general surgeon and palliative care … patients for whom early concurrent palliative care is most appropriate, and to guide the development and …
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Cleft & Craniofacial Center Earns National Approval
… (CPF). Although the center has already been an approved site since 1993, the new system of approval (as of 2014) … A. Ascherman, MD , Director of the Craniofacial Center and Site Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery at Columbia …
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GERD: Incisionless endoscopic treatment now available
… and now affects 7-10% of Americans on a daily basis. GERD is usually treated with acid-reducing medications, which help … of GERD-associated symptoms. Currently, fundoplication is performed surgically, either through one large incision in …
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Alive at 65: Three-time Transplant Recipient Jerry Cahill Appreciates Every Day
… to empowering others to succeed. Now 65 years old, Jerry is decades beyond the median survival rate for CF patients. … could be approved for the transplant list. Infectious risk is one of the biggest challenges in a case like Jerry’s. … unique physical strength and positive attitude. “[Jerry is] such an extraordinary guy,” says Dr. Weiner. Not only did …
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About the Heart
… The heart is a vital organ that acts as a pump, delivering blood to the … In those cases, it’s best to seek out the heart specialist most appropriate for the particular type of heart disease. … like heart attacks. During a heart attack, the cause is most often due to a blockage in the coronary arteries—blood …
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Swallowing Disorders/Dysphagia
… of the esophagus contract too powerfully. The condition is frequently related to GERD. Scleroderma A chronic … . Learn more about our efforts to bring you the clearest, most accurate, and most human health resources available. …
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Hernia
… What is a Hernia? A hernia is a weakness or opening in the … . Inguinal and Ventral Hernias Inguinal hernias are the most common of all hernias, and are sometimes referred to as … Surgery repair hiatal hernias. Screening Hernias are most often diagnosed during a routine physical exam. Accurate …
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (Vascular)
… What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? Thoracic outlet syndrome is a … . Learn more about our efforts to bring you the clearest, most accurate, and most human health resources available. …
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Mitral Valve Stenosis
… What Is Mitral Valve Stenosis? Mitral valve stenosis is a … again in the years following. Mitral Valve Replacement : Most people with mitral valve stenosis who need surgery will … . Learn more about our efforts to bring you the clearest, most accurate, and most human health resources available. …
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FAQs About Pancreatitis
… (maximum of 1 serving/day). In chronic pancreatitis, there is ongoing inflammation and malabsorption — patients … pain is the use of implantable pain pumps in the spine. Most implantable pumps deliver constant low doses to keep … Will I have to have surgery? What kind of surgery? The most common procedures for pancreatitis include drainage …
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Primary Hyperparathyroidism
… , October 2024 About Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHP) is a disease in which one or more of the parathyroid glands … causes an increase in blood calcium levels. PHP is the most common cause of high blood calcium levels in the general … in men and becomes more common as people get older with most cases occurring after the age of 45. The average age of …
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Bo Shen, MD
… Bo Shen, MD, is one of the world’s pre-eminent leaders in interventional … treating a wide range of these conditions. Dr. Shen is the director of the IBD Center at Columbia and co-director … modeled after oncology tumor boards, to help manage the most challenging cases with multiple specialists. A prolific …
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