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Roshni Rao, MD FACS
… who is passionate in her commitment to breast health and her patients, Dr. Rao has expertise in the treatment of … patients with breast cancer who are preparing for surgery, and the impact of ethnicity on the risk of developing … known to fuel most breast cancers; estrogen, progesterone, and the human epidermal growth factor receptor 2; are not …
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Learn About Our Clinical Trials
… which builds off the findings from basic research and determines which interventions are most likely to work. Finally, clinical trials take this knowledge and test it on human volunteers, making it possible to discover the safest and most effective drugs, procedures, devices, or other …
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Diaphragmatic Weakness & Paralysis
… Diaphragm weakness and diaphragm paralysis occur when damage to, or pressure on, … this condition can cause difficulty sleeping, fatigue, and difficulty breathing. Treatment may include non-surgical … A weak or paralyzed diaphragm often goes misdiagnosed and left untreated, causing breathing issues that can worsen …
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Julia J Wattacheril, MD, MPH
… professor of medicine, physician scientist, inventor and director of the Metabolic Dysfunction Associated … at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Her clinical and translational work spans the multidisciplinary care of … of rare genetic variants influencing the development and progression of MASLD before and after liver …
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Red Flags
… him or her in order to determine what is appropriate and expected behavior. Students are encouraged to discuss treatment plans and voice their opinions. Validate other person's opinions and do not challenge other's opinion in a way that even …
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Being A Woman Surgeon: Sixty Women Share Their Stories
… Sixty Women Share Their Stories . Published in 2015 and edited by Dr. Preeti John, the book has received wide acclaim from readers and reviewers. Dr. Rohde is Chief of Microvascular Services and Associate Professor in the Division of Plastic Surgery, …
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Columbia Patient Donates Left Lobe of Liver to Her Fiancé
… When Megan Ellerd and Steven Ferretti met seven years ago, it was "instant … suddenly took a turn for the worse. His liver was failing, and he needed a transplant. Although Steven had severe liver disease and was experiencing painful symptoms such as ascites (fluid …
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Radiation Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer at Columbia
… The Pancreas Center at Columbia offers the latest and most effective radiation strategies for treating … Therapies like stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT) and adaptive radiation therapy (ART) deliver the maximum dose … chemotherapy or surgery. Radiation therapy is non-invasive and pain-free, but because some radiation passes through …
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Lifestyle Changes after Your Operation
… restoring your health, keeping your weight at an optimum and steady level is very important. Excess weight increases … body. Excess weight will also cause stress on your joints and lead to pain; it also stresses your bones, making them … The best way to control your weight is with proper diet and exercise. After transplantation, diet becomes a very …
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Stories of Hope: Alia's Story
… at Stony Brook University, Alia held two jobs on campus and was recognized by her undergraduate institution with an … of a normal young adult; the only difference between Alia and her friends was her diet. While Alia's friends enjoyed pizza, French fries and other teenage diet staples, Alia found it necessary to …
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When the Cover Is the Story
… for once, because this cover has her own story. Tanned and polished to a chestnut brown, Robert Couper’s book on … death was a somewhat common practice centuries ago, and has occurred at least since the early 1500’s. While the … In the 19th century, it was not that uncommon for surgeons and physicians to tan human skin into leather and have it …
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Research Objectives
… Outcomes Studies CIOR is committed to supporting and promoting high quality outcomes research designed to enhance medical knowledge and improve clinical practice. Our experienced team has a … that can provide assistance in the planning, conduct and analysis of a broad variety of outcomes research …
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Pediatric Vascular Anomalies
… are caused by the abnormal development of arteries, veins, and other blood vessels. They can include birthmarks, benign tumors (hemangiomas), and more serious malformations. Key Facts Vascular anomalies … be grouped into two general categories: vascular tumors and vascular malformations. There are many different types of …
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Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
… in the mid-face, including around the cheeks, nose, and mouth. Age lines below the lower eyes. Deep lines that … remove years from one’s appearance. Removing excess skin and tightening the remaining tissue can smooth facial features and restore a youthful glow. To achieve a full facial …
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New Data: Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis
… MD , Chief of General Thoracic Surgery at NYP/Columbia and Director, The Price Family Center for Comprehensive Chest Care, Lung and Esophageal Center, reports on a multicenter, randomized … part of the trial leadership on the executive committee and served as Overall Study surgical PI. This research …
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