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Glenn McMahon: After Bariatric Surgery, ECMO Saves

… however, Glenn developed pneumonia and a severe form of the acute respiratory distress syndrome. He ended up in … and hope to aid current and future ECMO patients and their families. “I can’t say enough about the staff. There …

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

Diaphragmatic Hernias

… hernias occur when there is a weakness, or opening, in the diaphragm, the sheet-like muscle that sits below the … cavity. If the diaphragm has an opening, contents of the abdomen – organs such as the stomach, intestines, … emergency. Diaphragmatic hernias are often named after their location. A Morgagni hernia is located more towards the …

Last Modified: 05/29/2026 - 10:42

Metabolic Syndrome: What You Need to Know

… you know what metabolic syndrome is? Metabolic syndrome is the combination of several medical problems associated with morbid obesity. … surgery, we hope to reverse these conditions to improve quality of life and decrease long-term effects and …

Last Modified: 06/24/2024 - 11:09

The Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in Pancreatic Cancer Research: 2021 Call for Nominations

… We are honored to announce a call for nominations for the 9th annual Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in … contribution to the understanding and/or treatment of pancreatic cancer over the past year. The work can be in … looking for an investigator who has a track record of high quality work in this field, made a seminal published in 2020, …

Last Modified: 03/23/2023 - 16:29

The Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in Pancreatic Cancer Research: 2024 Call for Nominations

… We are honored to announce a call for nominations for the 12th annual Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in … contribution to the understanding and/or treatment of pancreatic cancer over the past year. The work can be in … looking for an investigator who has a track record of high-quality work in this field, published a seminal paper in our …

Last Modified: 05/30/2024 - 11:39

The Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in Pancreatic Cancer Research: 2023 Call for Nominations

… We are honored to announce a call for nominations for the 11th annual Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in … contribution to the understanding and/or treatment of pancreatic cancer over the past year. The work can be in … looking for an investigator who has a track record of high quality work in this field, published a seminal paper in …

Last Modified: 06/09/2023 - 15:38

The Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in Pancreatic Cancer Research: 2022 Call for Nominations

… We are honored to announce a call for nominations for the 10th annual Ruth Leff Siegel Award for Excellence in … contribution to the understanding and/or treatment of pancreatic cancer over the past year. The work can be in … looking for an investigator who has a track record of high-quality work in this field, made a seminal published in 2021, …

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

Vascular Surgery Section

… | Support Columbia’s Vascular Surgery Section, from the Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, is dedicated to … the field of vascular and endovascular surgery through top-quality clinical care, academic excellence, and pioneering …

Last Modified: 03/31/2026 - 12:40

Advances in Treating Children with PAH

… The Pediatric Pulmonary Hypertension Comprehensive Care … at NYP/Columbia is making great strides in the treatment of children with this relatively rare diagnosis. In 2014, the … the heart work harder to pump the blood in this direction. Their hearts tend to enlarge over time, becoming less …

Last Modified: 11/20/2023 - 11:27

Lauren's Law — One Girl's Story From Patient to Advocate to Legislator

… In an effort to increase the number of organ donors in New York State, Governor Andrew Cuomo has … teacher who was involved in a fatal accident. Thankful for their good fortune, Lauren's mother, Jeanne Shields, says the …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

NYP/Columbia Welcomes New Faculty

… we welcomed several internationally renowned physicians to the Department of Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. These men and women are leaders in their respective fields. They have a track record of …

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

What to Expect at a Consultation

… During your consultation at the Endocrine Surgery Center, you will meet with several members of the surgical team including a nurse practitioner, your … 90 minutes. By the end of your visit, your team will make their initial recommendation for your care. If surgery is …

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

Resident Education

… The Columbia General Surgery Residency is a traditional … urban, quaternary care center. Through a variety of rotations on general surgery as well as many sub-specialty … To date 6 esidents have spent at least one year of their academic time working in a full-time role dedicated to …

Last Modified: 01/20/2026 - 15:10

Transcatheter Heart Valve Replacement

… cardiac surgeons and interventional cardiologists in the Heart Valve Center have allowed patients to undergo … Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia has a long history of clinical and academic leadership in the care of patients … is sought by hundreds of physicians every year who want their patients to benefit from her advanced imaging and …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 16:24

Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… Heart surgery has important steps before, during, and after the procedure to ensure a safe outcome. With so much that … for you and your loved ones. Knowing more about each step of the process can help you feel more comfortable and better … (TEE) You should also bring a list of your medications and their dosage. Confirm Your Insurance Coverage Upon calling to …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:25