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Weight Loss Surgery for Teens

… major public health concern in this country and throughout the world. Left unchecked, it can lead to medical problems … diseased kidneys, liver complications, and a host of others. And sadly, these effects are no longer isolated to … severely obese teens — one that can dramatically improve their long-term health and well-being – when all other …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

Routine Procedures: Dr. Emile Bacha on Quiet Focus and Finding the Zone

… focus, and countless critical decisions that impact the lives of others. They go through years of training to develop a … of us, they rely on small rituals and routines to keep their days steady, mind sharp, and energy plugging along. In … Procedures: Dr. Emile Bacha on Quiet Focus and Finding the Zone …

Last Modified: 03/26/2026 - 11:36

Global Surgery

… The Columbia General Surgery Residency has long offered the … with oversight by partner surgical faculty during their PGY4 elective time. In keeping with our goals to train … in differently resourced environments and in the context of different cultures and lived experiences is a highly …

Last Modified: 10/23/2023 - 14:43

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/4/20

… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … of several critically ill patients on ventilators. Their bedside intensive care was being provided by a …

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

Guide to Breast Screening and Prevention

… Key Info Regular breast exams are a proven way of detecting and preventing breast cancer and disease. … disease before there are any signs or symptoms. It is the primary method of detecting disease early and preventing … inspection, your nurse or doctor will use the pads of their fingers to check both of your breasts for any lumps or …

Last Modified: 09/22/2025 - 12:54

Alyson's September 2011 update Paddling for Pancreatic Cancer

… In August 2009, after six years of misdiagnosis, I was diagnosed with a precancerous cyst on the head of my pancreas. Despite the statistics and fear that … members were there to support me along the way. With their ongoing support and encouragement, I was able to …

Last Modified: 01/20/2026 - 14:45

Fighting Fibro, a Life-Threatening Liver Cancer

… It’s ultra-rare, with only 200 new cases diagnosed in the world each year, and is devastating for teens and young … symptoms, most patients are diagnosed late. By then their disease has progressed and is far more difficult to … rock band, learned about it when he grew ill in the summer of 2015. "We went to Disneyland as soon as school was out," …

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

CT Lung Screening Saves Lives

… NYP/Columbia program offers high quality, low-dose CT screening for people at risk for lung cancer. The CT Lung Cancer Screening Program at NYP/Columbia offers state-of-the-art low-dose CT screening to individuals at high risk …

Last Modified: 05/25/2023 - 11:46

Nurses’ Symposium

… The Access Transfer Center at New York Presbyterian hosted their 11th annual Nurses’ Symposium on Thursday, April 28th … The ECMO presentation included presentations by one of our pulmonary/critical care attending physicians, our …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Saving Limbs and the Urgent Need for Equity in Sarcoma Treatment

… in specialized fields like sarcoma care where access to quality care may mean amputation or not. Jarrod T. Bogue, MD … sarcomas. In this insightful Q&A, Dr. Bogue shares the motivations behind his research, discusses key findings, … given to the plastic and reconstructive surgery aspect of sarcoma care. By using a database study, we could capture …

Last Modified: 01/21/2025 - 23:52

National Leader in Treating Liver Cancer

… The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at … is making noteworthy progress in the treatment of hepatocellular cancer (HCC) and cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), … medical devices available and in our ability to pinpoint their delivery with the most sophisticated real-time …

Last Modified: 08/05/2025 - 15:22

Hepatitis: Autoimmune Hepatitis

… Autoimmune hepatitis is inflammation caused by the body’s immune system attacking the liver. Left untreated, this condition can lead to cirrhosis (scarring of the liver) and even liver failure. Key Facts The exact … will ask about any medications the patient is taking, their alcohol use, and whether they have an autoimmune …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:32

What to Expect at a GI Procedure

… when you are here. Your procedure will be performed in the Endoscopy Suite on the 13th floor of the Herbert Irving Pavilion. The endoscopic procedures … or Coumadin may be asked to temporarily stop or switch their medication. Special instructions will also be given to …

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

Spider Veins

… varicose veins with minimal symptoms may also be a cause of cosmetic concern for patients. Spider veins are small red, blue or purple veins within the layers of the skin that do not protrude above the skin … Approximately 40% of people seek treatment to improve their veins for cosmetic reasons. Spider veins and reticular …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 14:47