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Genetic Factors in Pancreatitis

… Symptoms include episodes of abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. Over time patients lose endocrine function, leading to diabetes and nutritional deficiencies. Hereditary pancreatitis tends … alcohol-related chronic pancreatitis, although diabetes and malabsorption tend to occur later in life. A progressive …

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Treatments of Pancreatic Cancer

… of the disease, as well as the patient's general health and additional factors. It is important to understand that … you should discuss your treatment options carefully and thoroughly with your physician.  Options for treating … of the cancer.  John Chabot, MD  of the Pancreas Center and surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia …

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History of Medicine: Brain of an Assassin

… collection that debunked phrenology to the plaster cast and conjoined liver of “Siamese twins” Chang and Eng Bunker. Among the 1,800 wet specimens lie several … a lunatic. Some an inspired patriot. The last is right; and I stick to it!”  –Charles J. Guiteau Charles Guiteau was …

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Reduce Your Colorectal Cancer Risk through Lifestyle Modification

… death in the United States.  You can reduce your risk and celebrate Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by: Staying … beverages,  use smaller plates to reduce portion sizes, and try to make half of your plate vegetables at each meal. … every day. Physical activity helps to lower cancer risk and improve immunity (1). Do the exercise you enjoy—brisk …

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The Rise of Early Onset Colon Cancer: More cases in young adults

… . But we are seeing more cases in people in their 20s and 30s than in previous decades.” The risk of colon cancer … age bracket. “But there has been a detectable rise, and the reasons for this have not been identified.” The … adult with symptoms such as persistent rectal bleeding, and to keep in mind that colon cancer can occur at any age.” …

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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/22/20

… of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and staff about pandemic response and priorities. Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, … write another word I must say that I am deeply flattered, and humbled, by the number of people who’ve taken time to …

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Symptoms of Pancreatitis

… hardness or mass that can be felt Abdominal bloating and tenderness Bruising (ecchymosis) in the flanks and midsection The tissue of the pancreas may become necrotic … pseudocyst, which is an abnormal deposit of tissue, fluid and debris that can result after episodes of acute …

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Anal Fissure

… Our surgeons have extensive experience in the medical and surgical management of anal fissures. When non-surgical … are currently being evaluated by the members of our team and your surgeon will discuss these possibilities with you. … bowel habits. Normally, a fissure is associated with pain and bleeding. Most often, it is located towards your …

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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/24/20

… of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and staff about pandemic response and priorities. Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, … continued to increase ~10% per day.  ~20% are in ICUs, and ~80% of ICU patients require ventilators.  Consult a …

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Surgeons Discuss the Critical Effects of Racial Disparity in Cancer Clinical Trials

… report on race. In studies that did report on race, black and Hispanic populations remained severely underrepresented … But black participants accounted for just 3 percent, and Hispanic patients only 6 percent. So why do studies … that many of these studies are funded by drug companies, and though the FDA recommends that they enroll a racially …

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Subhash Krishnamoorthy, MD

… is a dual trained physician in general surgery and critical care medicine. He was born in India and raised in Hamilton, Ontario. He received his … University. He completed his General Surgery residency and a fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Columbia …

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Arpan Goel, MD

… Dr. Goel completed his medical degree and internship in India, followed by residencies in West Virginia and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical … of Plastic Surgery/Burn at Jacobi Medical Center, Bronx, and a second fellowship at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical …

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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/29/20

… of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and staff about pandemic response and priorities. Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, The … new-case curve is steady.  As long as that remains true, and for some period after the peak, we will be dealing with …

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Causes of Pancreatitis

… Alcohol use Structural problems of the pancreatic and bile ducts Some medications like estrogen supplements and some diuretics Severe viral or bacterial infection Injury … as immunosuppressants, estrogens, thiazide diuretics, and azathioprine), lipid (triglyceride) disorders, …

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Renal (Kidney) Transplantation

… urine or blood test results, high blood pressure, fatigue, and headaches. For select patients, a kidney transplant can … with few dietary restrictions, minor physical limitations, and continued maintenance on medications. Led by Lloyd E. Ratner, MD , the kidney transplant surgeons and staff at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical …

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