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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 …

Last Modified: 03/03/2026 - 11:04

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 …

Last Modified: 02/25/2023 - 18:17

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 …

Last Modified: 12/13/2023 - 12:42

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 …

Last Modified: 04/02/2026 - 13:54

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 …

Last Modified: 03/26/2024 - 10:40

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. …

Last Modified: 10/24/2024 - 14:53

Off-hour Responsibilities

… During your time off prepare for surgical procedures, read for preceptor group, study for the exam. Students are assigned presentations for …

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

Advances in Treating Biliary Atresia

… Hospital have the highest success rate in the nation for primary repair of biliary atresia (BA), a congenital … to back up into the liver, usually resulting in the need for a liver transplant within the first two years of a child’s life. “While assembling data for U.S. News & World Report , we found that 70% of the children we …

Last Modified: 12/02/2024 - 10:48

Support Services

… worker is an important member of the transplant team for patients and their families both before, during, and … with your illness, such as the challenges of paying for your medical bills, finding reliable transportation to … you and your family for the moment when you receive news that your new organ has been found and the urgent …

Last Modified: 01/15/2026 - 15:57

HeartMate® III IDE Study

… study that includes a pre-specified early assessment for safety. Researchers at up to 60 centers will evaluate the device for use as long-term support for patients who are not candidates for cardiac transplant …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:05

General Surgery

… The Center for Advanced Surgery performs both elective as well as … Minimally invasive surgery is our standard of care for both inpatient and outpatient procedures, which include … Spleen removal Fundoplication and other procedures for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) Treatment for …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

Megan Sykes, MD

… Type 1 diabetes. Dr. Sykes has developed novel strategies for achieving graft-versus-tumor effects without … HCT whose safety and efficacy allowed trials of HCT for the induction of organ allograft tolerance, allowing intentional achievement of tolerance in humans for the first time. Dr. Sykes has dissected the tolerance …

Last Modified: 07/22/2025 - 16:02

Surgeons Urge a Culture Shift to Protect Sleep in the Hospital

… importance of sleep has been well studied, it’s necessary for healing. Yet fractured and broken sleep is expected, even … a recovering patient multiple times throughout the night for vital signs, scheduled medications, lab work, and … a priority. Sign up for our mailing list for more health news and information from Columbia. …

Last Modified: 02/28/2024 - 14:10