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Thyroid Biopsy Clinic
… The Columbia Thyroid Center offers a streamlined way of evaluating thyroid nodules. Our unique approach provides … it can take weeks, if not months, for a patient to have their biopsy. However, the Biopsy Clinic at the Columbia …
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Julia J Wattacheril, MD, MPH
… Julia Wattacheril, MD, MPH is an associate professor of medicine, physician scientist, inventor and director of the Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease … multidisciplinary care of MASLD patients at all stages of their disease to the investigation of rare genetic variants …
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Highlights of the John Jones Surgical Society's 14th Annual Spring Meeting Honoring Kenneth A. Forde, MD "Fruits of His Labor"
… for his life's work as an educator, mentor and pioneer. The symposium focused not only on past contributions, but on … 3rd World colorectal screening, rectal cancer, surgical quality as hospitals merge and expand, surgical acute care, scientific writing & more! Through the generosity of Dr. James Lee, Founder of COACH Education, the symposium …
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Anna Rundle, MSN, FNP-C
… a pediatric nurse practitioner and Clinical Coordinator at the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at Columbia … as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Medical University of South … hepatology. Anna actively participates in the department’s quality assurance and performance improvement program and is …
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Neck Lift Surgery
… Reviewed by the physicians of Columbia’s Plastic Surgery Team , May 2025 A neck lift … procedure can help make sure patients are satisfied with their results. How Is the Procedure Performed? A neck lift …
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State of the Union: Hernia Care Today
… An interview with Yuri Novitsky , MD, Director of the Columbia Hernia Center , and Dina Podolsky , MD, … in a lot of this clinical research. We’re ramping up our quality improvement projects. But in terms of the world, I … State of the Union: Hernia Care Today …
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Off-hour Responsibilities
… surgical procedures, read for preceptor group, study for the exam. Students are assigned presentations for preceptor group and also for their team's conferences. These should typically involve some … the problem being presented and a powerpoint presentation is usually indicated for a major presentation. Be guided by …
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Liver Transplant Programs & Services
… and multidisciplinary unit, we are equipped to offer the very best in medical care, patient services, and health … form . Key Clinical Programs Our center operates one of the largest and most experienced liver transplantation … is an emotional experience for both patients and their families. That’s why we offer services that address …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/04/20
… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … which I would immediately yield, with apologies. If not, their statement might still be defensible within the bounds …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/8/20
… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … These volunteers weren’t deterred by risk to their own health or by unfamiliarity with treating terribly …
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Division of Colorectal Surgery
… Columbia’s Division of Colorectal Surgery is dedicated to leading the field of colon and rectal surgery through top-quality clinical care, academic excellence, and pioneering … Division of Colorectal Surgery …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/5/20
… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … mortality. Countries with widespread testing increase their denominator by identifying asymptomatic cases and may …
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What to Expect at a Medical Oncology Appointment
… to a Pancreas Center medical oncologist after a diagnosis of cancer has already been made. Our goal is to confirm that the diagnosis is correct and ensure the extent of disease has … treatment plan? We want to make sure patients and their families walk away satisfied, comfortable, and more …
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What We’re Reading: 12/20/19
… A few highlights from around the web that made it into our feeds this week. A Doctor’s … in the Emergency Room? This article does a brilliant job of painting the picture, and it’s not pretty. Traffic through … how important seeing someone who looks like you can be. Their pride, dedication, and thoughtfulness are all we can …
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Colorectal Surgery: Ostomy and Ostomy Reversal
… When the Division of Colorectal Surgery prepares for surgery resulting in an … He has helped other patients to learn to care for their ostomies, and he offers this perspective: “It is a process. Once you go through it, things can get back to …
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