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Gulam A. Manji, MD

… Gulam Manji, M.D., Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Columbia University … and Oncology. Dr. Manji conducts translational research with the overall goal to developing new treatments for cancer. His focus is in gastrointestinal malignancies, …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

What to Expect from a Surgery Consultation

… Expect at a Surgery Consultation During your consultation with a Pancreas Center surgeon, you will meet with several … like IPMN already established by another doctor. Our goal is to confirm that the diagnosis is correct and ensure the … visit, your team will make their initial recommendation for your care. If surgery is recommended, someone from the …

Last Modified: 05/13/2025 - 10:49

Vascular Access: Creating and Protecting Dialysis Patients’ Lifelines

… For decades, patients with failing kidneys have been sustained by hemodialysis, or … machine, and returning it back to the body. Today dialysis is a life-saving option for over 600,000 people in the U.S., … of several treatments per week. That number of patients is growing due the rising incidence of diabetes, which can …

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

Multinodular Goiter

… can either be a simple goiter where the whole thyroid is bigger than normal or a multinodular goiter where there … goiters can be either a toxic multinodular goiter (i.e. makes too much thyroid hormone and causes … on routine physical exam or during a test being done for another reason. Patients with a toxic multinodular goiter …

Last Modified: 09/25/2025 - 15:34

Our Aortic Programs & Services

… accessibility to minimally invasive approaches for both valve and aneurysm repairs, the Aortic Center leads … request form . Who We Treat We treat all people with aortic disease. We have options for every patient we … invasive and endovascular options . The Aortic Center is even trialling endovascular approaches for ascending and …

Last Modified: 03/17/2025 - 11:59

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Program

… Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a complex condition that requires specialized, … our program combines unmatched clinical expertise with the latest research and most advanced treatments to provide the best outcomes for you and your baby. To make an appointment with the …

Last Modified: 10/29/2025 - 17:24

Pancreatitis Treatments

… Auto Islet Transplants | Diet | Prognosis | FAQ Treatment for acute pancreatitis may include nutritional support with feeding tubes or intravenous (IV) nutrition, antibiotics, and pain medications. Surgery is sometimes needed to treat complications. Treatment for …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:01

Minimally Invasive and Endovascular Aortic Procedures

… incisions in the skin to perform a surgical procedure. It is sometimes possible to repair valves, such as the aortic or … surgery, which has traditionally been the only method for repairing or replacing valves. Another form of minimally … valve repairs are good options for those concerned with the cosmetic result of heart surgery, but they can be …

Last Modified: 04/08/2026 - 12:16

Pelvic Floor Program

… therapies resolve symptoms, restore quality of life for the majority of patients. Pelvic floor disorders affect … this trend by letting patients know that effective help is available – often without surgery – and patients need not continue to suffer with embarrassing symptoms. What is the pelvic floor? Both …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Primary Hyperparathyroidism

… , October 2024 About Primary hyperparathyroidism (PHP) is a disease in which one or more of the parathyroid glands … history of parathyroid disease carries the biggest risk for patients with first-degree relatives (mother, father, … remember that PHP can cause kidney stones, osteoporosis (i.e. weak bones), abdominal pain (i.e. pancreatitis, reflux …

Last Modified: 09/26/2025 - 11:14

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)

… feed oxygen to the heart are blocked, the heart muscle is at risk for damage – called a heart attack – and even death. In an … follow a prudent lifestyle following the operation. How Do I Choose a Bypass Surgeon? The skill and experience matter …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:22

Adolescent Weight Loss Surgery

… surgery) has become an important treatment option for adolescents at risk of developing severe obesity-related … Weight loss surgery may be appropriate for adolescents with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or for teens … Purpose The purpose of adolescent weight loss surgery is to help teens find long-term treatment for obesity and …

Last Modified: 11/12/2025 - 13:18

Paraganglioma

… and amount of energy available to the body. Adrenaline is the most common and well-known catecholamine. The adrenal … This increase is known as the "fight or flight response"—i.e. the body is ready to fight or run. Paragangliomas are … problems like stroke, heart attacks, and even death. For this reason, many doctors call it the "pharmacologic time …

Last Modified: 09/25/2025 - 14:46

National Leader in Treating Liver Cancer

… The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at NYP/Columbia is making noteworthy progress in the treatment of … to provide the full spectrum of treatment for patients with early to advanced liver cancer,” says Jean C. Emond, MD …

Last Modified: 08/05/2025 - 15:22

The Power of Hospitality: Claire’s Tea Room

… Some people seem to have a gift for turning the most unlikely of circumstances into something beautiful. Claire Pace is one such person, having created a haven of warmth and … Stanley Children's Hospital after her son Adrian was born with a congenital heart defect. Over the course of his life, …

Last Modified: 03/05/2024 - 15:05