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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 …

Last Modified: 04/25/2026 - 00:15

Alyson N Fox, M.D.

… by the Department of Medicine. Dr. Fox's clinical practice is focused on the management of patients with a variety of … operations, protocols, outcomes and initiatives. When she is not caring for patients, she is active as a course director and educator at the Columbia …

Last Modified: 06/03/2026 - 17:27

What to Expect at a GI Procedure

… Center endoscopists will strive to ensure your experience is as comfortable for you as possible when you are here. Your … able to leave the hospital the same day as your exam. Here is a summary of how your day will go: Arrive and Register – 1 … will be brought back to a holding area once the procedure is complete. Due to the sedation, you may feel a little …

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

Pancreatitis

… | Auto Islet Transplants | Diet | Prognosis | FAQ What is Pancreatitis? Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas that occurs when pancreatic … In more than half of patients, chronic pancreatitis is caused by long-term abuse of alcohol, which leads to …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 12:59

Cardiothoracic Surgery Glossary

… and removing carbon dioxide and waste products. Your heart is the pump that drives this process. Congenital A heart condition that is present at birth. Coronary arteries The arteries that … ventricle. Myocardium The muscle layer of the heart. It is responsible for making the heart contract. Pericardium a …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:03

From ASTS What’s Your Perspective? A Transplant Surgeon’s Story of Surviving COVID-19

… to come up with new strategies to solve problems. This is probably not unusual in a transplant surgeon’s mentality. … considered incurable not too long ago. Since the field is relatively new, there is still room for innovation. My routine surgeries are liver …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:02

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. …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

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 …

Last Modified: 05/13/2025 - 10:49

The Whipple Procedure

… guides patients through the Whipple Procedure, which is also known as a pancreaticoduodenectomy. This procedure is utilized for a variety of diseases of the pancreas. Learn …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:04

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 …

Last Modified: 05/04/2026 - 16:37

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 …

Last Modified: 02/05/2026 - 15:55

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 …

Last Modified: 12/02/2024 - 10:33

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 …

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

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 …

Last Modified: 05/05/2026 - 12:45

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 …

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