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Betsy Hilfiger's Close Call: An Unexpected Pancreatectomy

… helped a great deal by putting my mind at ease — she is so positive and upbeat that it gave me the confidence to … performed by Dr. Chabot in September 2006, Betsy says she is able to manage her diabetes with an insulin pump without … her in digesting the food she eats, a process she says is just as challenging as managing her diabetes, "You have to …

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

Persistence Pays off for Lucien Zito and His Family

… so moved that he came right out and said to me, 'This is the man. This is the man who is going to do it.'" Dr. Chabot told the family the tumor …

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

After You Come Home from Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… one follow-up visit with your surgeon and cardiologist is recommended within the first 4 to 6 weeks after discharge. … rehabilitation facility, or other specialized facility. It is important to keep an open mind about what you will need at … instances, the decision to explore discharge alternatives is made after the operation: Acute Rehabilitation : If a …

Last Modified: 04/06/2026 - 11:58

What We’re Reading: 11/08/19

… complex patient record systems, and much of the complexity is necessary to organize vast amounts of health information … toll it can create? Don’t miss this essay. ( From nytimes.com ) Diagnostic Gaps: Skin Comes In Many Shades And So Do … the surgery here . We recommend it. ( From theguardian.com ) Also check out: What We’re Reading: 11/01/19 What We’re …

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

Calculate your BMI

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

Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?

… problems and tend to have a shortened life span. There is also added potential risk from continued weight increase. The risk of severe obesity is greater than that of its surgical treatments. Stories & … and BRI: A Q&A with Columbia’s Bariatric NP Gio Dugay BMI is often used as a quick measure of health, but does it …

Last Modified: 12/10/2025 - 17:11

What We’re Reading: 06/05/20

… like one of those weeks where decades happen. The country is mobilizing against police brutality, systemic racism, and … debts, America will never be whole.” ( From theatlantic.com ) Racism in Medicine It’s frankly too difficult to pick … and deadly impacts of racism on health. ( From bmj.com ) How White Parents Can Talk To Their Kids About Race A …

Last Modified: 05/08/2024 - 09:36

Our Heritage

… traces its origins to the pre-Revolutionary era of 1767, is today considered one of the world's foremost centers for surgery. At the core of this well-earned reputation is our staff; indeed, thousands of the most talented …

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

Study of Efficacy and Safety of Grazoprevir (MK-5172) + Elbasvir (MK-8742) in Chronic Hepatitis C Participants With Child-Pugh (CP)-B Hepatic Insufficiency

… and Child-Pugh (CP)-B Hepatic Insufficiency This study is being done to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the drug … 7-9 moderate hepatic insufficiency. The primary hypothesis is that the percentage of HCV-infected participants with …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06