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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Ruth Leff Siegel Award Winners

… National Awardee: Sita Kugel, PhD Sita Kugel, PhD , is an Associate Professor in the Human Biology Division at … award. The central theme of her research group is to study how the dysregulation of chromatin modifying … liabilities that can be exploited for cancer therapy. She is particularly interested in exploring the biology of …

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Fighting Fibro, a Life-Threatening Liver Cancer

… Fibro is short for Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma , a wily … only 200 new cases diagnosed in the world each year, and is devastating for teens and young adults. Because there are … diagnosed late. By then their disease has progressed and is far more difficult to treat. Jackson Hendrix, an …

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Craniofacial Surgery

… What is craniofacial surgery? Craniofacial surgery is term that describes several surgical procedures used to … Who performs craniofacial surgery? Craniofacial surgery is performed through the collaboration of multiple surgeons, …

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Pediatric Intestinal Transplantation and Liver Disease

… with advances in rehabilitation and Dr. Martinez is now conducting a study on a new hormone to aid that … five years” Says Dr. Martinez. “Our living donor program is the only in the country to offer laparoscopic removal of … using REX bypass.” In addition, NYP/Morgan Stanley is a center of excellence for treating pediatric liver …

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Bryan P. Stanifer, MD

… of lung cancer in non-smokers, especially women. He is one of the founders and directors of the Women’s Lung … Center and Dartmouth Medical School in New Hampshire. He is Board-certified in general surgery. While at Dartmouth, he … at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. He is a graduate of the College of William and Mary where he …

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Prednisone

… Purpose Prednisone is an immunosuppressive medicine that helps prevent organ … : Prednisone in liquid formulation of 1mg/cc concentration is recommended. When In the morning, take on an empty …

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