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The Heart-Growth Project: An Innovative Approach to Congenital Heart Disease

… activities. “Heart valve biological tissue-engineering is a promising avenue of research but this still has some … with a growth potential. Our goal, over the next year, is to produce and evaluate such a device.” This new device … of the Great Arteries.” The Heart-Growth Project is a multidisciplinary collaboration between the Department …

Last Modified: 07/07/2025 - 15:56

Stories of Hope: Lucien Zito

… was celebrating 10 years since his life-saving surgery. He is grateful to have found The Pancreas Center and Dr. Chabot. … them as an essential element to his cancer recovery, it is safe to say that these last 10 years have been an invaluable gift. Mr. Zito is sharing his story to encourage families dealing with …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/16/20

… Dear Colleagues, Today the discussion of “re-deployment” is intensifying across NYP and CU. The emergence of this … in the ICUs, as one example. It also means that no one is on R&R. If COVID-19 accelerates as it did in Italy, there … NPs, PAs and everyone else. One purpose of re-deployment is to sustain a workforce devastated by quarantines, …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

Nutrient Packed Pumpkin Overnight Oats with Tumeric and Ginger

… and indulgent—perfect for a fall morning! Overnight oats is a great alternative to traditional oatmeal. Pumpkin is full of vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium. You can use … takes all of 5 minutes to put together. The end result is a super creamy, hearty and delicious breakfast! When you …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Stories of Hope: Robert DiChiara

… in conjunction with nanoknife therapy. Nanoknife therapy is a novel approach to treating pancreatic cancer when there is arterial involvement. After speaking with Dr. Chabot, … those with questions to contact him at rdichiara@gmail.com . …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:07

World Leader in Disorders of the Diaphragm

… , under the direction of thoracic surgeon Mark Ginsburg is the leading center in the world for the treatment of … growing patient volume and outstanding outcomes. “Ours is the first multidisciplinary program to address weakness …

Last Modified: 04/04/2024 - 15:35

A Randomized Phase II Study of Temozolomide or Temozolomide and Capecitabine in Patients with Advanced Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors

… This is a Phase II study that will compare the effects, good … pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors cancer to find out which is more effective. In this study, participants will get …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06

Erin Testerman, RN, BSN, CWOCN

… Erin Testerman is a certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse in the … required skills for the management of ostomy care. Erin is a valuable member of the colorectal team who helps raise …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:10

Stories of Hope: Alyson's Story

… Hello! Let me introduce myself. My name is Alyson, I am 30 years young and a patient of Dr. Beth … that often could not be pinpointed. All we could pinpoint is that the battles were painful and I suffered from time to … contact me. My email address is courage_and_strength@yahoo.com . Together we will help you get through this even if it …

Last Modified: 01/20/2026 - 14:43

What We’re Reading: 06/19/20

… Juneteenth is not only a time to celebrate black history and culture, … York Times last year: The 1619 Project . The 1619 project is a series of factual essays written by scholars, … on medicine and healthcare specifically, each of these is relevant to our work. We can’t dismantle a system until we …

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

NYP/Columbia Welcomes New Faculty

… of Aortic Center A surgeon and a scientist, Dr. Patel is an expert in the full range of vascular disorders that can … in complex video-assisted lobectomy and segmentectomy and is currently developing the Women’s Lung and Health Center … reconstructive surgery. At this point in his career, he is focusing on cosmetic surgery as well as skin cancer …

Last Modified: 02/09/2026 - 13:11

After Your Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… on your back, followed by deep breathing and coughing. It is important to frequently use the incentive spirometer (and … surgery, your body needs more sustenance than usual, so it is important to try to eat a healthy diet and ensure your protein and calorie intake is as high as possible, as recommended by your dietician and …

Last Modified: 10/15/2025 - 13:27

From the City of Brotherly Love, A Brother’s Liver Saves Sister

… – the criteria by which priority for liver transplantation is determined – was low. That meant she was unlikely to … to undergo, and the recovery much smoother. Mark’s health is completely back to normal; in fact, he’s in better shape … challenge. Sharon’s recovery took longer, but today she is cancer-free, back at work, enjoying her family, and very …

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

Thyroid Biopsy Clinic

… thyroid nodules. Our unique approach provides rapid on-site performance and evaluation of fine needle aspiration … request form . What are Thyroid Nodules? A thyroid nodule is a growth or lump of cells that forms within the thyroid … However, 5-15% prove to be malignant. A fine needle biopsy is the most important step in making a diagnosis and …

Last Modified: 10/15/2025 - 16:18