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Guide to Aortic Aneurysm
… What is an aortic aneurysm? An aortic aneurysm occurs when the walls of the aorta, which are typically strong and elastic in order … heart, begin to weaken. Over time, the aortic walls lose their elasticity and expand outwards. As the weakened wall …
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Cirrhosis
… or drug and alcohol abuse. Key Facts Cirrhosis is the result of progressive scarring (fibrosis) caused by liver damage, … The better a patient is able to do this, the better their long-term prognosis will be. The severity of liver …
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The Future of Surgery: No Scars in Sight
… beyond laparoscopic surgery's small incisions surgeons at the Department of Surgery are committed to improving surgical techniques … the vaginal wall; intestinal biopsies, or removal of parts of the intestine, performed with instrumentation … The Future of Surgery: No Scars in Sight …
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What Does an Anesthesiologist Do?
… We know that surgeons perform surgery. But who else is part of the process? In our What Do They Do? Series, we explore some … type of doctor fills that role: an anesthesiologist. Their contribution is vital to a patient's safety and …
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Coarctation of the Aorta
… Coarctation of the aorta is a birth defect in which a section of the … personalized treatment plans delivered with a level of quality that could only come from one of the most experienced … Coarctation of the Aorta …
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A Brief Look at the Evolution of Lung Transplantation at Columbia
… 1988 The First Lung Transplant Columbia performed its first successful lung transplant , marking the beginning of a groundbreaking journey in lung transplantation. This … national average. This achievement is a testament to high-quality patient care, innovative treatments, and the …
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Top Hospital in New York, Ranked No. 7 in The Nation by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals
… Medical Center was named Top Hospital in New York and made the Honor Roll as No. 7 in the nation . The institution was … best, groundbreaking care for our community. From state-of-the-art surgical advances and top medical care to … national ranking in Cancer Care reflects the high quality of surgical oncology expertise provided by many of …
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Columbia Robotic Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery Program
… The Robotic Pediatric and Congenital Cardiac Surgery Program … combines the latest technologies with the highest level of surgical expertise. Robotic surgery offers the least … that are better than other robotic surgeons, according to quality and safety database records. An Innovative Approach …
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Liver Connection Fall 2013
… CONTENTS Transplant News The Affordable Care Act Silvia's Corner — Silvia Hafliger, MD Transplant Readiness Part II: Are you ready for the call? Patient Voices: A Reflection...My Journey … Continues... Caregiving: Put Technology to Work for You The Pharmacy Corner — Vaccines in Transplant Recipients …
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Patient Stories
… Stories of Hope: Jeff W. Jeff W. was a healthy and vibrant … nothing was found on an ultrasound. Upon arriving back in the United States, he got a CT scan that revealed a mass on … issues at all — ever. My grandparents lived well into their 80s and 90s and my parents are in their 80s now and for …
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Decoding Immunity with Computation
… When you zoom in far enough, the immune system begins to look less like a set of parts and more like a conversation. Cells signal to one … tissues they inhabit, and the signals they receive from their neighbors. What looks simple from a distance, at close …
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The Columbia Thyroid Center has been recognized by the Office on Women's Health (OWH) as one of its Trustworthy Sources for information about thyroid disease.
… The Columbia Thyroid Center has been recognized by the Office on Women's Health (OWH) as one of its Trustworthy Sources for information about thyroid … and Metabolic Diseases Information Service. The OWH is a part of the United States Department of Health and Human …
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Routine Procedures: Dr. Abe Krikhely on Starting with Optimism, Even at 4:45 a.m.
… focus, and countless critical decisions that impact the lives of others. They go through years of training to develop a … of us, they rely on small rituals and routines to keep their days steady, mind sharp, and energy plugging along. In …
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Routine Procedures: Dr. John Chabot on The Optimism of Gardening (and Other Daily Rituals)
… focus, and countless critical decisions that impact the lives of others. They go through years of training to develop a … of us, they rely on small rituals and routines to keep their days steady, mind sharp, and energy plugging along. In … Routine Procedures: Dr. John Chabot on The Optimism of Gardening (and Other Daily Rituals) …
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