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Gluten avoidance: hype or for health?
… barley, rye, and many processed foods), a trend that is fueling a great rise in the sale of gluten free products in grocery stores. This is great for those with celiac disease or a diagnosed wheat allergy. But is a gluten free (GF) diet healthier for everyone? If you …
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Hiroo Takayama, MD, PhD
… Dr. Hiroo Takayama is Vice Chair of Cardiac, Vascular, and Thoracic Surgery at … approximately 300-350 operations every year. Dr. Takayama is internationally recognized for his work on complex aortic … hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and heart failure surgery. He is a leader in outcome research in aortic diseases and heart …
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Dina Podolsky, MD
… Dina Podolsky, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. She is a board-certified general surgeon who graduated with … of the world’s leading hernia surgeons, Dr. Novitsky. She is a member of several national organizations, including the …
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Frank D'Ovidio, MD, PhD
… Dr. Frank D'Ovidio, MD, PhD, is Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center … lung transplantation and ex-vivo perfusion. Dr. D'Ovidio is renown for his surgical work in patients with lung cancer … Heart and Lung Transplant, among many others. Dr. D'Ovidio is a member of numerous prestigious societies and councils …
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Staging of Pancreatic Cancer
… | Treatment | Prognosis | Coping Once pancreatic cancer is diagnosed, the cancer can be staged to helps doctors and … that have not spread out from their starting point. This is sometimes thought of as “pre-cancer,” or called by its … it may be called Stage 1A or Stage 1B. Stage 1A: The tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller Stage 1B: The tumor is larger …
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Endoscopic Procedures for the Treatment of Obesity
… of life. The Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery is actively involved in developing and refining endoscopic … stomach. A tiny instrument that carries a balloon device is placed through the tube. Once in the stomach, this balloon is delivered and then inflated with about 24-36 ounces of …
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Multi-CenTer Experience With the Rapid Deployment EDWARDS INTUITY Valve System FOR Aortic Valve ReplaceMent
… The purpose of the clinical study is to prove that the heart valve device is safe, effective, and performs as intended. …
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Endoscopic Procedures
… Endoscopic Revision of Obesity Surgery (EROS) EROS is a scarless procedure to restore the size of the stomach … University Center for Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery site to read more about the EROS procedure . EROS Procedure … Repair of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) GERD is a chronic disorder in which acidic stomach contents reflux …
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Thrombophlebitis
… veins). Here are some key facts to know: The condition is generally caused by irritation to the lining of the vein. … arms or, more rarely, in other parts of the body. There is a very small risk of the blood clot traveling into the … due to thrombophlebitis are extremely rare. How is Thrombophlebitis Diagnosed? Thrombophlebitis often causes …
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Organ Rejection after Renal Transplant
… not mean: you will lose your new kidney your new kidney is failing Most rejections are mild and easily treated by … that can only be detected by routine blood testing. This is why we frequently draw blood during your hospitalization … your follow-up clinic visits. In addition, a kidney biopsy is almost always necessary to determine if rejection is …
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Transcatheter Heart Valve Replacement
… in the care of patients with valve disease. This program is led by Director Susheel K. Kodali, MD , an interventional … disease specialist. Core team member Isaac George, MD , is one of just a few physicians in the world trained in … MD , the Director of Interventional Echocardiography, is also a key member of the physician leadership team. Her …
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Gastric Cancer: A Concern for Baby Boomers
… are diagnosed with stomach cancer every year. This cancer is generally found after the age of 69, and is more likely to strike men than women. While it’s been on … known for her expertise in gastric cancer. Dr. Schrope is also Director of the Pancreatic Cyst Surveillance Program …
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10th Annual Muzzi Invitational, Celebrating Ten Years of Cancer Prevention and Research
… It is difficult to cope with the death anniversary of a loved one. For Sue Mirza, it is hard to fathom that 10 years has passed since her husband, … information provided below. Email: monique.stehle@ulyss.com Phone: 212-455-6237 For more information about the Muzzi …
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Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
… Primary sclerosing cholangitis is a chronic disease that slowly damages the liver. It begins … serious health complications can emerge. While there is no cure, various treatments are available that can slow … cholangitis. Geography : Primary sclerosing cholangitis is most often found in northern Europe and North America. …
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Guide to BRCA Genes & Breast Cancer
… This article explains what is known about the BRCA genes, their connection to cancer, … are active in breast and other tissue. The name “BRCA” is an abbreviation for “breast cancer.” BRCA Genes and the … the entire length of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. Single Site Testing : This searches for a specific mutation type …
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