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Gastrointestinal/ Endocrine Surgery

… Endocrine surgeons at the Center for Advanced Surgery specialize in treating disorders of the … glands. Patients can expect the highest level of care for benign and cancerous conditions including: Thyroid … cancer Our surgeons employ minimally invasive techniques for faster recovery and to minimize scarring after surgery. …

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

DHREAMS (Diaphragmatic Hernia Research and Exploration; Advancing Molecular Science)

… There are many different possible modes of inheritance for congenital anomalies, including autosomal dominant, … multifactorial. Multi-factorial inheritance is responsible for many common medical disorders, including hypertension, … genetic resource consisting of 1)Nuclear families suitable for linkage analysis by parametric,non-parametric (e.g. sib …

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

GI/Oncology Surgery: Physicians' Newsletter, June 2017

… Fatty Liver Disease and our research into new pathways for pain management. In our conversation with Nigel Bunnett, … MD, FACS Chair, Department of Surgery CONTENTS New Program for Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Rise in Colorectal … Bunnett receives AGA Research Mentor Award New Pathways for Pain Relief In appreciation: Margaret Dodge White …

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

Minimal Access Weight Loss Surgery

… the development and use of minimally invasive procedures for weight loss. Learn about our expertise in weight loss … here and specific procedures here: Sleeve Gastrectomy for Weight Loss Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Revisional Surgery for Weight Loss …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:10

Platinum Center of Excellence Celebration

… designation as a Platinum Level Center of Excellence for ECMO. NYP/CUMC is one in only five institutions in the … Life Support Organization (ELSO). Our staff was recognized for providing the highest quality of care for ECMO patients and making this designation possible. …

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

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 …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:17

Links

… American Society for the Study of Liver Diseases http://www.aasld.org American … Association http://www.gastro.org Application for NYS Medical License http://www.op.nysed.gov/medforms.htm United Network for Organ Sharing http://www.unor.org …

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

Disclaimer

… The information provided on this website is for educational and informational purposes only, and is not … as medical advice. This information should not be used for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. … a physician or other qualified health care provider for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical or health …

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

Weight Loss: Medical and Surgical Treatments

… mainstays of weight loss treatment, but they don't work for everybody. For people who want weight loss options that go beyond … Medication New, effective medications are now approved for longer-term use. Many of these medications are now …

Last Modified: 11/03/2025 - 15:40

Colonoscopy

… with no gastrointestinal problems and no risk factors for colon cancer, the American Cancer Society recommends a … in the colon or rectum. If you have any risk factors for colon cancer such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis … test is repeated every 5-10 years. How should I prepare for colonoscopy? The colon must be completely clean for the …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:33

FAQs About Life After Liver Transplant

… graft survival at 83%, and patient survival at 87% for patients receiving a deceased donor liver and 92% for those transplanted with an organ from a living donor. … of discharge from the hospital patients are able to care for themselves, with some minor restrictions. The transplant …

Last Modified: 01/13/2026 - 12:39

Coping with Pancreatic Cancer

… of information, support groups can provide opportunities for patients to help other people cope. Many find this … part of a patient's support network. It is important for a patient to trust and be able to confide in members of … any aspect of his cancer with his medical team and to look for guidance on how to cope with new or chronic aspects of …

Last Modified: 01/21/2026 - 13:46

Heart Valve Disease

… Stenosis : the valve becomes stiff, making it difficult for blood to flow forward What Happens if You Have Heart … from many causes, including: The normal aging process (for women over 65 and men over 75, there is a tendency for calcium to build up in heart valves) Damage to the heart …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:31

Risks and Rewards of Obesity Surgery

… will be needed. Sometimes endoscopy is also necessary for further treatment options to allow the leak to heal. … vomiting may increase the risk of a leak and is one reason for a pureed diet after surgery and for the need to eat slowly. Some patients develop gallstones …

Last Modified: 11/03/2025 - 15:30

Aortic Regurgitation

… get enough blood, the heart has to work harder to make up for it, which can put a strain on it that causes further … with aortic regurgitation may have no signs or symptoms for many years, and they may even be unaware that they have … to monitor pressures inside the heart as well as to check for additional coronary artery disease. How is Aortic …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 15:05