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What We’re Reading: 05/15/20
… COVID-19 is still very much in front of mind. Here are a few … let’s emulate what we know has worked. ( From newyorker.com ) I’m Deaf and I Lip-Read. All Those Masks Are Presenting … reminder to exercise empathy and awareness. ( From slate.com ) Now for some letters that spark joy... The Show’s …
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Flattening the Curve through Telehealth, and Beyond
… with staying at home, becoming comfortable with telehealth is something actionable and easy to accomplish. Telehealth (a … used interchangeably with telemedicine and video visits) is both critical in the current pandemic and a large step … the skeptics out there, Dr. Nikolian reassures that age is no boundary. “When we started doing telemedicine …
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General Surgery
… spleen, and intestines. Minimally invasive surgery is our standard of care for both inpatient and outpatient … The Center for Advanced Surgery is dedicated to performing surgical procedures using minimal …
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Xiaojuan (Jan) Chen, MD, PhD
… Dr. Xiaojuan Chen is a principal investigator at the CCTI and serves as … patients with type 1 diabetes. At Columbia, her laboratory is conducting research on human islet cell biology and …
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What to Expect at First Appointment
… with you, the team will determine a care plan that is designed specifically for you. The first part of your … and our staff will help you to arrange them. If treatment is indicated, you will have the opportunity to schedule the …
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Jentai Tsai Wouldn’t Let Liver Cancer Slow Him Down
… Jentai Tsai is no stranger to hard work. Coming to the US from Taiwan in … peers had long retired, Jentai was still going strong—that is, until a growing tumor in his liver threatened to finally …
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Genomic Sequencing Saves Father and Four Children
… week. “With our early intervention,” she says, “there is a very good chance that the father has been completely … given their different personalities and ages. This is personalized medicine at its best. Thanks to genetic …
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Advances in Lung Volume Reduction Surgery
… specially trained nurses and physical therapists, is the most experienced in the U.S. in the removal of … reported major improvements in quality of life.” Columbia is the only medical center in the tri-state area to be …
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Our Vascular Programs & Services
… Peripheral Artery Disease Care Peripheral artery disease is extremely common–and potentially dangerous if left … helping with ports and access for dialysis, our team is here to give you the personalized attention you need. … syndrome can be difficult to diagnose and manage. Our team is highly experienced in identifying vascular causes of …
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Infection After Renal Transplant
… Infection After Transplant Surgery Preventing infection is mostly common sense. Protect yourself by following these … hot, and cold foods cold. Don't eat foods whose freshness is in question. It's fine to live with pets, but you must be … and fresh water ponds. Swimming in chlorinated pools is permitted. Wear gloves when gardening and, again, wash …
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John C Ausiello, MD
… Dr. Ausiello is instructor in Medicine at the College of Physicians and … bone disease, thyroid and neuroendocrine diseases. He is the primary attending on the in-patient neurosurgical …
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Prognosis for Patients with Pancreatitis
… of patients with chronic pancreatitis develop pain that is severe enough to warrant treatment with a procedure to … blood glucose. Next Steps If you or someone you care for is dealing with pancreatitis, the Pancreas Center is here for you. Whether you need a diagnosis, treatment, or …
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Thyroid Cancer Causes
… on the amount of radiation and the age at which a person is exposed: the higher the dose of radiation and the younger … routine medical tests like mammograms, x-rays and CT scans is low and not thought to significantly raise the risk of … a thyroid issue, our team at the Columbia Thyroid Center is here to help. Call (212) 305-0444 or request an …
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Revisional Bariatric Surgery
… for Weight loss Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia is a leader in the field of revisional bariatric surgery. … having created multiple new procedures. Revision surgery is an option for patients who have already undergone a … lost 50 percent of your original excess weight. Your BMI is 40 or above. Revisional surgery can also help weight loss …
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Breast Conditions & Treatments
… in situ, and many more. Breast Cancer : Breast cancer is the abnormal growth of cells in breast tissue. BRCA Genes … breast disease and reduce deaths. Breast Surgery : Surgery is one of the most common and effective methods of removing … of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery. If you or a loved one is dealing with any of the above liver issues, we’re here to …
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