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Abraham Krikhely, MD
… Dr. Abraham Krikhely is the Chief of the Division of Minimally Invasive Surgery … University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Krikhely is an experienced minimally invasive surgeon specializing in … and growing the robotic surgery program at Columbia. He is also the program director for the Fellowship in Minimally …
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Post Transplant Liver Medications
… Stacey Animisis is a liver transplant pharmacist at NewYork-Presbyterian … In this video she discusses the medication regimen that is required after liver transplantation - detailing the …
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What to Expect from a Surgery Consultation
… like IPMN already established by another doctor. Our goal is to confirm that the diagnosis is correct and ensure the extent of disease has been properly … and schedule necessary tests. You can also use this site to learn what to expect and how to prepare for …
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Book Publications
… liver and pancreas surgery. Included with the book is a DVD with helpful instruction in certain common exams and … The seemingly broad span of specialties in this work is also an attestation to the blurring of the lines of … Wall Street Journal , the Boston Globe , and AMEDnews.com. The Grateful Heart, Diary of a Heart Transplant By …
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Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate Care at Columbia
… reconstructive surgeries, 16-year-old Jade Metivier is singing, smiling, and dancing again with a confidence that … our patients and their families. That sense of community is important to us, and we frequently organize events so that … story About Cleft Palate and Cleft Lip Cleft palate is a condition that occurs when the roof of the mouth (aka …
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Fecal Incontinence
… The Pelvic Floor Program conducts all testing on site, including specialized radiologic evaluation, anorectal … Surgery may help people whose fecal incontinence is caused by damage to the pelvic floor or anal sphincter. At … the latest technological advances in bowel incontinence, is a reversible treatment for patients with bowel control …
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Highest Recognition for Pediatric Trauma Center
… of the Trauma Center and chief of Pediatric Surgery. MSCH is the first and only hospital in Manhattan to receive this … Health. The American College of Surgeons review process is much more rigorous. “When it comes to acute injuries, our … and specialized care for a wide range of problems is what makes our center unique.” MSCH also participates in …
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Andrew B. Goldstone, M.D.,Ph.D.
… Andrew B. Goldstone, MD, PhD is Director of the Section of Pediatric and Adult Congenital … where he graduated first in his class. Dr. Goldstone is also a graduate of Duke University, where he graduated … the management of heart valve disease. His long-term goal is to continue adding high-level evidence to better inform …
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Patient Stories
… Cancer | Columbia University Department of Surgery Fibro is short for Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma, a wily … only 200 new cases diagnosed in the world each year, and is devastating for teens and young adults. When Jackson … Tsai Wouldn’t Let Liver Cancer Slow Him Down Jentai Tsai is no stranger to hard work. Coming to the US from Taiwan in …
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Guest Blog: The Atlantic’s CEO Nick Thompson on Thyroid Cancer & Recovery
… written three weeks after the experience. Though everyone is unique and although the thyroid treatment landscape has … that it looked pretty good—she had found collagen, which is present mainly in benign nodules. But she wasn't certain … reason to make sure the experienced surgeon does the job is that there's a fair risk of damage to the vocal cords in …
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Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Story - Howard Ebert
… Howard Ebert is a pancreatic cancer survivor. After being diagnosed and treated several years ago, Howard is now cancer free and leading a full and healthy life. …
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Treatments of Pancreatic Cancer
… as the patient's general health and additional factors. It is important to understand that each person's cancer is slightly different - even if the stages are exactly the … University Irving Medical Center, discusses when surgery is appropriate for patients with pancreatic cancer as well as …
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Reduce Your Colorectal Cancer Risk through Lifestyle Modification
… Dietitian, Division of Digestive Disease Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United … intake Every 10 grams of fiber you eat each day, there is a 10% decreased risk of colon cancer (2). Gradually … for cancer prevention. More garlic! Eating more garlic is associated with decreased risk of colorectal cancer. (1). …
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Advances in Managing Aortic Disease
… University Medical Center. The Aortic Program , which is growing rapidly, completed nearly 200 operations in the … and surgical therapies for aortic diseases. It is one of the first centers in the nation to use the … surgery, cardiology, radiology and, genetics. Treatment is tailored to the needs of every patient and the role of …
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Why Second Opinion?
… of those decisions may be enormous. What if this is the first time you have heard of the condition? According … Obtaining a second opinion from an experienced specialist is one valuable way you can educate yourself about your … informed patient will help you arrive at the decision that is right for you. Examples of healthcare decisions that may …
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