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Our Super Specialty: Enterocutaneous and Intestinal Fistula
… Highlights A Focus on Quality of Life The Global Center is focused on delivering treatment for colorectal conditions … We understand your priorities—including how important it is to avoid the need for an ostomy bag. We have developed and … Global Center for consultations, procedures, and surgery is readily available. Our Team Colorectal Surgeons Pokala …
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Quality, Full-Service Cosmetic Surgery
… The Columbia Breast Cancer Reconstructive Surgery Program is dedicated to empowering individuals who have undergone … skilled clinician, researcher and teacher, Dr. Rohde is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of the full range … than two decades of experience, Dr. Jeffrey Ascherman, Site Chief of the Division of Plastic Surgery, is a highly …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 5/01/20
… with us. Dear Colleagues, On what many consider to be the official first day of Spring, I can barely see the New Jersey … can work on converting them back to functional ORs, which is not as simple as brooming them clean. Some construction … from the Chair: 4/27/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/25/20 COVID-19 …
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Renal (Kidney) Transplantation
… pioneers in kidney transplantation procedures. Our goal is to get patients off the transplant list and able to live … procedures . Next Steps If you or someone you care about is in need of a kidney transplant, we can help. Call us at …
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Heart Rate & Rhythm (Arrhythmia) Care
… Michael Argenziano, MD | (212) 305-5888 Dr. Argenziano is a cardiac surgeon with decades of experience as a leader … aortic aneurysm surgery, and coronary bypass grafting. He is a specialist in all forms of transcatheter valve therapies and is the Surgical Director of the Structural Heart & Valve …
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Uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS)
… Uniportal video-assisted thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS) is a minimally invasive surgery that involves accessing the … thoracic surgery (Uni-VATS)? Because Uni-VATS is less invasive than traditional open thoracotomies, … or spleen can occur due to their proximity to the surgical site. There is also the possibility that the surgeon may …
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The Columbia Women's Lung Center
… overrepresented in many diseases of the lung. This is why we created Columbia Women’s Lung Center. Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to providing comprehensive treatment, support, … who get lung cancer are women. Understanding why is a major goal of our center, and we also want to help you …
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Caracas to Santo Domingo: Creating Access to Pediatric Liver Transplant from the Ground, Up
… for a living liver transplant . Living liver transplant is a procedure that uses a segment of the liver from a living … the doctors and ICU unit on the ground until their patient is discharged and continue for all follow-ups. “I was talking … resources,” says Dr. Kato. “The same team we built in D.R. is capable of doing many other pediatric surgical procedures …
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Columbia Thyroid Center
… and forth to the doctor's office for multiple appointments is a burden, which is why we work with you to coordinate … doctor on our team. Dedicated Patient Navigator Our on-site patient navigator is here to help make sure your … in the country to earn the National Cancer Institute’s official “comprehensive cancer center” designation . As we …
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Eat the Beet!
… cancer by getting rid of free radicals in your body. This is one of the many reasons it is important to consume a colorful and varied plant-based … anti-oxidant. My favorite way to eat this vegetable is roasted and over an arugula, goat cheese, and walnut …
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What Does an OR Nurse Do?
… We know that surgeons perform surgery. But who else is part of the process? In our What Do They Do? series, we … sure you're safe, cared for, and protected. That person is your OR nurse. So, what exactly does an OR Nurse do? A … procedure. They verify your name, procedure, and surgical site—part of a process called the surgical safety checklist. …
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Columbia Orthoplastic Surgery Program
… at (212) 305-3103 or request an appointment online . What is Orthoplastic Surgery? Orthoplastic surgery is a collaborative strategy where orthopedic surgeons and … Driven by the Latest Research Orthoplastic surgery is a relatively new formal approach to improving surgical …
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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/29/20
… PPE. Responsibility for assuring those elements is broadly shared with others. Patients can see and smell … corrosive. Imagine a Dr. X, who staunchly argues that our official policies underestimate the risk of COVID infection, … from the Chair: 4/27/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/26/20 COVID-19 Updates from the Chair: 4/25/20 COVID-19 …
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Your Dietitian’s Dish
… no two days are alike. A balanced, plant based diet is best for overall health, including prevention of cancer, … fruit, and nuts or nut butters to their oatmeal. Oatmeal is very filling and satisfying due to its high fiber content. … 696 calories, 90 g carbohydrate, 30 g protein, 24 g fat, 26 g fiber My total nutrient breakdown for an average day is: …
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Columbia Lung and Esophageal Center of New Jersey
… without having to come into the office. All you need is a smartphone or computer and an internet connection. Our Team Bryan P. Stanifer, MD Thoracic Surgeon | Site Director Joseph Grizzanti, DO Pulmonologist | Site … in Englewood, New Jersey as well. Our Englewood office is located at: ColumbiaDoctors Englewood 25 Rockwood Place …
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