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Day of Surgery
… Surgery is performed at one of Columbia University Medical Center's sites in Manhattan — either at the main 165th Street location … are given and a follow-up appointment with the surgeon is scheduled. …
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Dr. Kurra named Co-Director of the Adrenal Center
… treatment plans for each patient. The Adrenal Center is one of the few programs in the United States that offers …
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Christine Rohde, MD, MPH, FACS Appears on Carol Alt Show
… such as depression. Although the video of the segment is no longer available in full, you may see a recap of this …
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State of the Union: Colorectal Surgery in 2023
… an ostomy or a bag on the outside and the J-pouch , which is basically an internal reservoir just above the sphincter, … not, "I've got a cancer, take it out." It's also, "What's best for you?" or "I have an ostomy, and I don't want it." …
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James Lee, MD, Moderates 2012 ACS Session
… 2012 Clinical Congress. The American College of Surgeons is an organization of surgeons, which aims to ensure the …
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Bariatric Surgery FAQs
… and after surgery. For this meeting with the dietician, it is a good idea to bring a list of everything you have eaten … of the tests that he/she has recommended that you do, it is then that our office will schedule an appointment to meet … Most patients then decide which weight loss surgery is best for them. If you are still undecided, you do not need to …
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Dr. Grant profiled in Town&Country Magazine
… T. Grant, MD, FACS, Chief, Division of Plastic Surgery , is highlighted in the March 2011 issue of Town & Country …
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Dr. Lee to coordinate a Symposium on the Surgical Treatment of Neuroendocrine Tumors at the American College of Surgeons annual meeting.
… 2012 Clinical Congress. The American College of Surgeons is an organization of surgeons, which aims to ensure the …
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Alleviate Surgical Anxiety with Your Smartphone
… not look forward to surgery. While we understand it's the best option for our health and know we're in the hands of … the mystery and ease their anxiety before surgery. One app is TouchSurgery , available for the iPhone, iPod Touch, and … confidence. A calm patient's mental state before surgery is thought to help contribute to improved outcomes and …
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Heart Failure
… the heart becomes stretched and weakened and is unable to pump effectively. Heart failure occurs when the … the heart muscle weakens. If the right side of the heart is affected, the heart is unable to pump adequate blood to the lungs to be …
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“To Be or Not to Be”… an Organ Donor
… Arundi Mahendran, MBBS, MRCS, MSc is a transplant surgeon and accomplished singer. Originally … discussion when it comes to organ donation. Organ donation is hot stuff! Slogans and advertising yell, “Organs save … on figuring things out for myself. Therefore, this article is not designed to tell you that you should become an organ …
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Cardiothoracic Step-Down Unit at Columbia
… the only service in the region managed by a dedicated on-site cardiothoracic surgeon, providing a high level of … and reduce the risk of additional complications. What is a Step-Down Unit? The stepdown unit (SDU) is an essential part of any surgical recovery, helping to …
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Post Bariatric Surgery Vitamin and Mineral Supplement Guide: Gastric Distal Bypass or Duodenal Switch Guidelines
… This information is brief and general. It should not be the only source of … with Vitamin D within 2 hours of your iron pill for best absorption. Examples: Caltrate 600+D Plus, Viactiv, … your Vitamin D3 with a meal that contains some fat for best absorption Examples: Bio-Tech Pharmacal’s D3-50, …
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Five Pieces of Advice from a Pancreatic Cancer Survivor
… his recent surgery for pancreatic cancer, Alan Honig is well on the road to recovery. While he considers himself … following surgery; and, so on… . Questions can become your best friends. They are an invaluable tool for a person’s well … good luck. Have faith and understand that you deserve the best care that is available. ALAN’S ADVICE: Specify an …
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