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Columbia Researchers Seek Answers for Rise of Colon Cancer in Younger Patients
… Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Stranger still is the lack of any obvious cause. “We know the traditional … syndrome or genes strongly linked to the disease, and most of these patients are negative,” says Joel Gabre, MD , a … against specific genetically driven colorectal tumors, but most of the young-onset cases the Columbia team sees aren’t …
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Unusually Deadly: The 1918 Influenza Pandemic
… healthy young adults. The unusual pattern of morbidity was most deadly for people between ages 20 to 40, rather than … that our preparations for the next influenza pandemic is about people, families, communities, and their legacy. The …
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“Dr. AI” Video Series: Can ChatGPT Step Up to The Medical Challenge?
… Artificial Intelligence is here, integrating further into our lives every day. We’re … and efficiency is just the beginning. But how good is the most popular AI chatbot, ChatGPT , at answering medical … open heart surgery for mitral valve repair? What are the most common risk factors for developing DVT? Which patients …
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Gender Affirmation Surgery: A Discussion About MTF, FTM and N Top Surgery Techniques
… of the Division of Plastic Surgery about top surgery, the most common surgical component of gender affirmation care. Top surgery is a very individualized procedure whether having Male to … a transition or is gender non-binary and that it would be most appropriate for this person to undergo surgery to match …
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What We’re Reading: 04/17/20
… Racial and socioeconomic factors are playing a role in who is most affected by COVID-19, with a disparate impact on … we already seem to know.” A must-read. ( From theatlantic.com ) The Coronavirus Pandemic Peaks in New York Hospitals If …
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What We’re Reading: 05/01/20
… Mysteries are plentiful, and illuminating the struggle is an important step in getting answers. ( From newyorker.com ) The Coronavirus Could Cause a Child Abuse Epidemic We … intern, and a surgical attending physician. What’s most impressive is the process and planning that went into …
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Nicholas Morrissey: A Lesson in Humanity with the Accidental Surgeon
… he were stressed, you would never know it. Dr. Morrissey is a vascular surgeon . He treats diseases of the arteries, … but the brain and heart. Management of the vasculature is wide-ranging and often includes creating ports for … I don't hate it, I love it,” says Dr. Morrissey. “But most people when they meet me, they say, you're not a …
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Durable Benefits Shown for Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Emphysema
… of LVRS in patients with severe emphysema. Emphysema is a chronic, progressive, obstructive lung disease in which … In the study Dr. Ginsburg presented in April 2015, most patients underwent bilateral video-assisted …
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Beyond More Organ Donations: How to Meet the Transplantation Needs of the 21st Century
… beyond jewelry, chocolate, roses, and romance? This day is also celebrated as National Organ Donor Day by those whose … lives have been touched by organ transplantation. While most of us would like to believe we would receive a … if it were needed, the unfortunate reality is that most patients in need of a heart, lung, kidney, liver, or …
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Colorectal Programs & Services
… may not have cures, but they can be managed. Our program is home to a dedicated IBD Center, lead by international … connection to complex genetic syndromes. Surgery is the most effective treatment for conditions like Familial … easily, which improves your quality of care compared to most other centers, where patients must visit separate …
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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
… Key Info Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) is an external life support system that temporarily supports … surgery Trauma How does ECMO work? ECMO procedures are most frequently performed at the bedside, when the patient is … treatment that carries some risk to the patient. The most common risks associated with ECMO include: Bleeding …
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Aortic Aneurysm Surgery
… important. Here are a few to consider. An aortic aneurysm is a bulge in the aorta, the largest blood vessel in the … the greater the chance it may dissect or rupture, which is life-threatening. Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), or … and the Cardiogenetics program at NYP/Columbia provide the most thorough and sophisticated genetic testing and …
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Routine Procedures: Dr. Roshni Rao on No Snooze, Just Coffee, and Being There When It Matters
… A surgeon’s life is defined by long hours, exacting focus, and countless … Between those couple of things, I can usually get through most of the day. Any non-medical habit that helps you stay … too slow for me, so I only manage to do that once a month. Most underrated part of your job: I make it a point to always …
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A Brief Look at the Evolution of Lung Transplantation at Columbia
… consistently above the national average. This achievement is a testament to high-quality patient care, innovative … saw remarkable growth, becoming one of the largest and most respected programs in the U.S. The program regularly … per year and is particularly known for taking on the most complex cases—those with advanced diseases or …
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