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Outcomes: Mortality, Morbidity, and Quality of Life
… Among those who choose to undergo elective surgery, most can return to normal life with a quality and length … at a higher risk of joint problems. Follow-up monitoring is necessary for all those undergoing surgery. In those with … In the case of aortic dissection where emergency surgery is required, we attempt to reconstruct your aorta, and within …
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New Help for Children with Congenital Heart Disease in New Jersey
… had a very active pediatric cardiology program. Our goal is to further strengthen a very strong pediatric cardiac … at Children’s Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth Israel is the only center of its kind in the state of New Jersey, … and one of the highest nationwide, while performing the most complex procedures. The NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan …
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NYP/Columbia Establishes Gastric Cancer Registry
… Gastric cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the world. It is estimated that over 10,000 will die from gastric cancer … States. One of the reasons for its poor mortality rate is its late diagnosis. Unfortunately, in the United States, …
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Spotlight on Graduating Chief Resident Dr. Lisa Cannon
… Lisa Cannon, MD is a recently graduated member of the 2013 class at Columbia … Dr. Cannon began her studies at Columbia in 2008 and is currently pursuing a fellowship in colorectal surgery at … as the affiliate hospital at Northwestern University. This is going to be a great opportunity for me because about 70% …
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Hybrid Cardiac Surgery
… increasingly complex cardiac conditions, we believe it is imperative to provide innovative and less invasive … best of cardiac surgery and the best of cardiology, and most importantly, does not compromise quality or outcomes. …
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Microsurgery
… you are at acceptable risk for surgery. Recovery You will most likely stay in the ICU for a few days post-operatively. … If you are in need of a reconstructive procedure, our team is here to help. Call us at (212) 305-3103 or request an …
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A Breakthrough in Heart Valve Surgery: More People Can Now Benefit from TAVR Procedure
… TAVR, or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, is quickly becoming the new gold-standard for treating people suffering from aortic valve disease. TAVR is a less-invasive procedure for fixing stiff, damaged aortic … aortic valve replacement (TAVR) for the treatment of most patients with aortic valve stenosis. Patients like …
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Transplant Waiting List
… take one week to many months. Unfortunately, the latter is more often the case. This waiting time has been described … by many transplant recipients and their families as the most difficult part of the transplant process. Fear and … provides information on local and national resources. What is Involved in Finding Your New Heart? Once you are accepted …
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New Clinical Trial for Severe GERD
… Barrett’s esophagus , a dangerous precancerous condition. Most people with GERD can be effectively treated using … improve quality of life. To learn more, go to www.LESSGERD.com …
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Surgery in Disaster Zones
… The news from Nepal is horrifying. The death toll has surged past 8,000 since the … many people in need would greatly test even the largest, most well equipped hospitals. To add to this challenge, … electricity, no running water, and a shortage of even the most basic medical necessities. This begs the question: What …
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Stories of Hope: Bob Tepé
… be snatched from you in an instant. A more diabolical way is to be told by your doctor that you have cancer. Is it just as much a life-crushing moment if you had an idea … a CT scan, an ERCP and an endoscopy which resulted in the most dreaded words I’d heard ― “You are a candidate for a …
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Cheers for Chia: the Ancient Superfood
… chia seeds, especially in health food stores. What is chia? Chia is actually an herb in the mint family, which is grown for its highly nutritious tiny seeds. A staple to …
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Post Bariatric Surgery Diet Guide: Adjustable Gastric Band
… This information is brief and general. It should not be the only source of your information on this health care topic. It is not to be used or relied on for diagnosis or treatment. It …
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New Lymphedema Prevention Study Now Enrolling Chinese Patients
… (lymphangiosarcoma). But early detection and treatment is highly effective, and the Division of Breast Surgery has … patients treated at the Breast Center. Although lymphedema is difficult to treat once it has progressed, early treatment … cancer. As part of this aggressive program, a new trial is now testing the effect of early educational intervention …
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