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Bo Shen, MD

… at Columbia and co-director of Columbia’s Global Center for Integrated Colorectal Surgery and IBD Interventional Endoscopy. He is also the Vice Chair for Innovation in Medicine and Surgery and a Professor of … is known as a pioneer in interventional endoscopic therapy for IBD and ileal pouch disorders - this includes postponing …

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Advances in Treating Cystic Fibrosis

… NYP/Columbia is renowned for successfully performing lung transplantation in patients … accredited by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and cares for over 175 individuals with CF every year. Nearly 40% of … surgical techniques and patient selection criteria for lung transplantation in CF patients. As a result we are …

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Hospital Services & Amenities

… blood banking and the possibility of donating blood for yourself or having family and friends donate blood before … expect before and after surgery and help patients prepare for post-surgery rehabilitation and readjustment. Social … rehabilitation programs. They also help patients apply for insurance benefits and entitlement programs. The Cardiac …

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Pacemakers and Defibrillators

… by delivering an electrical shock to the heart. Candidates for ICDs are people at risk for sudden death from arrhythmias, including those with: A … beat in a regular rhythm. It is the treatment of choice for patients with bradycardia (slow heartbeat), but is less …

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The Story of Two Heart Transplants Told Through Art on Social Media

… is also currently a post-bac premed student at Columbia. For Gianna, artmaking is like breathing. And there have been … #GiannaTX #paperart #artinmedicine pic.twitter.com/guRmSBaNT5 — Columbia Surgery (@ColumbiaSurgery) February … entire #GiannaTX thread here.   Don’t miss an update on news and content from Healthpoints, the blog from the …

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Minimally Invasive and Endovascular Aortic Procedures

… surgery, which has traditionally been the only method for repairing or replacing valves. Another form of minimally … to the aorta.  Currently, this kind of procedure is used for abdominal and descending thoracic aneurysms. Endovascular … Minimally invasive valve repairs are good options for those concerned with the cosmetic result of heart …

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TAVR Talk: Understanding the PARTNER 3 Results

… of the results from low-risk TAVR trials will be felt for many years. It will be felt by a wide group — surgeons, … TAVR is a very, very good method to fix aortic stenosis for most patients who have aortic stenosis.  The recovery is … Center. Sign up for our mailing list for more health news and information from Columbia. …

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Atrial Fibrillation and other Arrhythmias

… they have on the heart's rhythm. An arrhythmia may happen for different reasons: The heartbeat may begin in a part of … muscle disease). These risks warrant medical attention for patients with AF even if symptoms are mild. While … team are trained in the most innovative treatment options for atrial fibrillation. The Columbia team has performed …

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When the Adrenal Gland Causes Hypertension

… a transcription of the discussion, and is loosely edited for context and clarity. Jump to a Section: An Adrenal Gland … that the Adrenal Gland May Be Causing Hypertension Testing For Adrenal Hypertension Screening for Surgery Adrenal Vein … Hyperaldosteronism Adrenal Surgery Don’t miss an update on news and content from Healthpoints, the blog from the …

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General Surgery Residency

… Thank you for virtually visiting Columbia Surgery. Columbia has a long … Surgery Residency is known to fully prepare our residents for whatever career path they choose to pursue. Residents … a diverse and collegial learning environment known for its camaraderie between residents and faculty, an …

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Resident Education: Simulation

… the OR, prior to working with a patient, is imperative for surgeons at all levels of training. The centerpiece for this shift in surgical education is simulation. As such, … decision-making, and technical skills training programs for third-year surgical clerkship students, surgical …

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Stories of Hope: David Mankuta

… consultation and evaluation, I learned I was a candidate for a Whipple surgery. Based on a very positive experience I … office and flew from Florida to NY five days later for more evaluation. The mass was confirmed and surgery scheduled for the following week. We flew back to Florida to prepare …

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Viral Hepatitis

… the liver, they can present different symptoms and persist for different lengths of time. In general, however, their … longer than six months. In some cases, it can persist for many years. It is most frequently caused by hepatitis C, … Exam : A doctor or medical professional will check for symptoms of acute viral hepatitis, such as yellowing …

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Liposuction

… more ideal body contour. Liposuction is an ideal solution for people of normal weight who just can’t seem to shed the … there is a solution. While it is an amazing solution for those troubling fatty deposits, liposuction is not a … and exercise routine. Liposuction is also not a treatment for cellulite (the dimply skin that generally appears around …

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