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Our Pancreas Team & Locations
… The Pancreas Center is led by a highly experienced team of physicians, nurses, … Welinsky, MD | Gastroenterology Medical Oncology Optimism is the driving force behind the Pancreas Center medical …
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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 … Cancer Until recently, the treatment recommendation for most thyroid cancers was immediate surgery—a total removal of …
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Pediatric Heart Surgery at Columbia
… here to help. The Congenital Heart Center at Columbia is one of the nation’s best programs for treating complex … 1 children’s hospital. Our surgeons routinely treat the most complex cases while providing the best outcomes. We have … pediatric heart disease and is fully trained in all of the most advanced surgical treatment techniques. Conditions We …
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Columbia Adrenal Center
… of specialists. The mission of the Columbia Adrenal Center is to provide compassionate and comprehensive care by … endocrine surgeons and physician assistants. With rapid on-site diagnostic capabilities, including fine needle … Clinic call (212) 305-0444 Highlights of Our Center The most advanced diagnostic equipment We take pride in being …
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Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction
… Bronchoscopic Lung Volume Reduction is a non-surgical procedure to improve breathing in people … the healthier parts of the lung and away from the areas most affected by emphysema. This results in easier breathing. … a minimally invasive procedure that is well tolerated by most patients, but is not without risks. Potential …
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Inguinal Hernias: Guide to Symptoms & Treatment
… What is an inguinal hernia? A hernia is defined as a weakness in … commonly occur in females. What causes an inguinal hernia? Most groin hernias result from ruptures of the weakened … may be stuck. How is an inguinal hernia diagnosed? The most common way inguinal hernias are diagnosed is on a …
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Our Heart Surgery Programs and Services
… matter what kind of heart condition you or your loved one is dealing with, help is available. Columbia is a … from our Division of Cardiology to help you make the most informed choice between medication-based and surgical … programs offer the highest level of care for even the most complex diseases. Heart Attack & Cardiovascular Care Our …
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Learn About Our Surgical Specialties
… Our goal is both simple and ambitious: We want to help as many people … over the years, we’ve built our program into one of the most comprehensive and respected surgical departments in the … What a Year of Care Looked Like At first glance, this is a year told in numbers. But behind every data point is a …
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Reflux & Hiatal Hernia Program at Columbia
… request form . Who We Treat If reflux or a hiatal hernia is getting in the way of how you feel or live, we’re here to … easily accessible by car and public transport. Our team is also available for online virtual visits for your … and guide you through every stage of care. We accept most major insurance plans and can help you confirm your …
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Robotic Kidney Transplant Surgery
… used to determine candidacy for robotic techniques. When Is a Kidney Transplant Needed? The kidneys remove waste and … and red blood cell production. When the kidneys lose most of their function (Stage 5 chronic kidney disease), a … delivers a magnified, real-time view of the surgical site, allowing the surgeon to see everything that is …
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Thoracic Surgery Section
… the Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, is dedicated to leading the field of lung and chest surgery … in our services, learn more on our clinical care site: Surgical Chest & Lung Care Esophageal Disorders Program … to Help More Contacts & Locations Thoracic Surgery Patient Site Appointments : (212) 305-3408 Washington …
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Rules, Regulations & Suggestions
… Some of these cases are not performed at the Allen, so it is necessary that those students in the Allen come down to … same work hours rules governing interns, as dictated by official P&S policy at … per week averaged over four weeks. Continuous (daily) on-site duty must not exceed 16 hours. Adequate time for rest …
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By Letting Patients Lead, We Can Advance Medicine
… something” about the patients that she was seeing. “Most doctors only realize this when we’re the patient in some … But what Dr. Wattacheril learned as she practiced is that failing to let patients lead is more than just … nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) , is the most common chronic liver disease in the U.S., affecting …
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Living Kidney Donor Program at Columbia
… finding a matching donor as quickly as possible is your number one priority. The Living Donor Program at … function Reduced risk of organ rejection Our team is the most active living-donor service in New York, making this … known as end-stage renal disease (ESRD) . While most transplants use a donor organ from a deceased person, …
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Support & Educational Resources for Patients
… process. Before Surgery Each patient and caregiver is required to meet with a social worker and psychiatrist … face a whole new set of challenges and goals. This is why we strongly encourage all transplant recipients and … Side Effects – Dr. David Salerno More Liver Connection is a quarterly newsletter that contains articles on all …
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