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Five Reasons NOT to Get a Colonoscopy
… covers colonoscopies, with recommended screenings starting at age 45 and repeating every 10 years for average-risk … of the doctors within our Colorectal Surgery Program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical … nudge in the right direction. In case you missed it, here is the number to call: (212) 342-1155 . Need-to-Know …
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Westchester Locations
… for minimally invasive procedures. Most patients treated at Hudson Valley Hospital come via the more than 35 primary … the Hudson Valley. Offices Our doctors see people at multiple sites to provide the most convenient care possible. Here, our surgeons provide initial consultations, second …
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An Amazing Comeback from COVID: Dr. Tomoaki Kato’s Story
… Matters For years, Tomoaki Kato’s colleagues have marveled at his endurance—both in the operating room, where he … C. and Anne K. Weiskopf Professor of Surgical Oncology at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and … reflected, “This is special, because I may not have been here. … I’m just so happy I was able to finish.” “I felt I …
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The Culture Consult: Dr. Craig Smith on What He’s Been Reading Lately
… Chair of the Department of Surgery, and Surgeon-in-Chief at NYP/Columbia curates our list this week. I have a … digital to analog computing. What is analog computing? Here’s where my math/physics limitations send me out on a … on to something that may confound the confident engineers at Meta and Google. The 250 pages leading to these gnomic …
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What We’re Reading: 10/02/20
… of the COVID-19 Heart Debate This article takes a look at the heart from the virus’s point of view, and not just … and myocarditis, inflammation of the heart muscle. Here, the science is clear—what we know and don’t know. …
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Glossary
… Here's a comprehensive guide to common heart-related terms, … this process. Congenital A heart condition that is present at birth. Coronary arteries The arteries that supply … the heart's two upper chambers (atria) that is present at birth. Chronic total occlusion (CTO) a complete or nearly …
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A Thanksgiving Update from Dr. Smith: 11/26/20
… This is no ordinary Thanksgiving, of course. When I peek at the data through the fingers covering my eyes, I can no … optimism if I failed to mention that we have not one, but at least three vaccines poised for release. All three appear … and disparities in access to care, is there a metaphor here? All of those fish, ground up and spread evenly over …
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Following The Dietary Guidelines for Americans May Reduce Your Risk for Pancreatic Cancer
… are actively searching for ways to identify who is at risk for pancreatic cancer and how we can minimize risks … Still not sure exactly what/how much you should be eating? Here are some key points for you to follow from the most … breads and cereals, brown rice and whole wheat pasta. At least half of your grains should be whole. Tip: if you …
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From Pig to Patient: How Columbia Researchers Are Bringing Xenotransplantation Closer to Reality
… After decades of research, scientists at the Columbia Center for Translational Immunology are … these findings are now informing early-stage trials at other institutions, including pig-to-human transplants. … kind of research? There’s an unusually strong partnership here between researchers and clinicians. Our …
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Advancing Kidney and Pancreas Transplants: A Conversation with Dr. Lloyd Ratner
… kidney and pancreas transplantation, and transplantation at large. With decades of experience and a deep commitment to … tell us about the kidney and pancreas transplant program at Columbia? Sure. The Kidney Transplant Program at Columbia is actually the first transplant program here. The first kidney transplant was done in 1968 or '69, …
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Michael’s Journey Underscores the Importance of Specialized Hernia Care
… and I said to my wife, 'This can't be fixed.'" It was at this low point that Michael's surgeon referred him to the Columbia Hernia Center . "If I would've gone here in the beginning, I would've never had an issue. It …
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Steven Stylianos, MD, to Step Down as Chief of Division of Pediatric Surgery After More than a Decade of Leadership
… Medical Center to lead the Division of Pediatric Surgery at Rutgers Health New Jersey Medical School. He will also … Dr. Stylianos began his general surgical residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center (now NYP/Columbia … and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence. Click here to learn more about pediatric diseases and treatments. …
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Our Super Specialty: Wound & Ostomy Care
… Surgery & IBD Interventional Endoscopy, please call us at (212) 342-1155 . Care at the Global Center The Global Center for Integrated … treating conditions. Read more colorectal news and stories here Related IBD Center Anal Fistula Center Hereditary …
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Heart Surgery Care in White Plains
… Heart Surgery is proud to serve the Westchester community at our state of the art The One offices in White Plains. We … us through our appointment request form . Our Services At our White Plains office, we provide care for all forms of … cardiac surgery in the New York region. Our Team We are here to help you, whether it is for diagnosis, treatment, or …
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Crunch into Cruciferous Veggies
… them a nutritional slam-dunk! Your diet should include at least ½ cup of these vegetables each day (but you may want … consistent amount of vitamin K in your diet week to week. Here are a few of my favorite ways to eat cruciferous …
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