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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

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

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: 07/22/2025 - 13:49

Lung Transplant Patient Education Seminar

… The lung transplant program provides two-hour educational … and to know what to expect. The professional staff of the lung transplant team provides interactive lectures … that give pre-transplant patients an opportunity to hear their experiences. Post-surgical patients are encouraged to …

Last Modified: 02/20/2026 - 13:29

A Personal Update from Dr. Emile Bacha on COVID-19

… COVID-19 has transformed every inch of this hospital and life itself. Grueling decisions must be … to Emile Bacha, MD, pediatric cardiac surgeon and Chief of the Division of Cardiac, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, he … have initiated transfers to other centers, but they have their own issues as well. In any case, I sincerely hope that …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:12

Changing the Future of Living Liver Donation: A Conversation about Columbia’s All-Robotic Approach

… Columbia has long been a leader in the field of liver transplantation , pioneering advancements that … we should rely less on living donors. But I disagree—organ quality is declining, and we haven’t solved all the … Changing the Future of Living Liver Donation: A Conversation about …

Last Modified: 04/03/2026 - 10:51

Division of General Surgery

… Columbia’s Division of General Surgery is dedicated to leading the field through top-quality clinical care, academic excellence, and pioneering … Division of General Surgery …

Last Modified: 03/25/2026 - 10:52

Coping with Cancer and How CBT Can Help

… A cancer diagnosis can feel like a crashing wave of change, affecting your body, your lifestyle, even your … Behavioral Therapy, is a framework built to manage the relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and … relief. Everyone learns to cope with a cancer diagnosis in their own way, but integrating guidance from mental health …

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

My Life as a Second Time Liver Transplant Recipient: Patient Voices

… post‐liver transplant patients. I am a 24 year old mother of a beautiful, healthy three year old boy. I am also a post‐liver transplant recipient, not only for the first time, but for the second. I was born with a … you want to give up that somebody’s loved one had to lose their life to help save yours. …

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

An Interview with Zofia Morena, Ralph Lauren Fashion Model, Philanthropist, and Entrepreneur, on Overcoming Hyperparathyroidism

… model, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and lifelong devotee of wellness and integrative lifestyles. She is married with … for six long years with hyperparathyroid disease . The once Ralph Lauren top-model and ever-thoughtful person, … I woke up that morning, bright early bird, and I went into their playroom, and I cleaned and emptied their whole …

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

Patient Story: Marc Weisenfreund

… Weisenfreund, an attorney from Westchester, NY, has had the opportunity to meet a lot of doctors in his 70 years. But his experience at … a 1-inch incision, he pushed the intestines back into their proper location and stitched a small piece of mesh in …

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

Pectus Excavatum

… Pectus excavatum is a condition in which the chest wall is sunken in, creating a caved-in appearance. … is a relatively common congenital deformity. Severe cases of pectus excavatum can affect lung capacity, causing … that they are incapable of similar levels of activity as their peers. This can be especially difficult for …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:28