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Routine Procedures: Dr. Emile Bacha on Quiet Focus and Finding the Zone
… A surgeon’s life is defined by long hours, exacting focus, and countless … mind and focus and be in the zone. That’s probably the most important thing. And I usually do that, now that I’m … It’s pretty hard, but it’s good, and it keeps me healthy. Most underrated part of your job: Oh my God. Underrated part …
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Advancements in Immunotherapy a Huge Boon for Lung Cancer Treatment
… promises even more targeted treatments. Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in the United States, with over 200,000 cases diagnosed annually. It’s also the most deadly cancer in the United States. But over the past …
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State of the Union: General and Acute Care Surgery Today
… now. As part of our Future, Today series, we ask: What is the most futuristic thing happening in surgery today? We have … and we’re working to publish our experience. What are the most common emergency cases you treat? Appendicitis , …
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Lynch Syndrome
… Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that increases the risk of several … exactly the same. Key Facts Lynch syndrome is one of the most common hereditary cancer syndromes. As many as three in … dedicated Hereditary Colorectal Cancer Center offers the most innovative and comprehensive services available to help …
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State of the Union: Kidney Transplantation Today
… and Pancreatic Transplantation . Kidney transplantation is shaped not only by medicine, but by policy, … Beyond xenotransplantation, what scientific advances feel most significant right now? There’s a drug that cleaves … surgery? No. Not a single patient has asked for the robot. Most just say, “Whatever you think is best.” How do you …
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State of the Union: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Today
… operation for patients. For example, if someone's skin is very, very thin and you need an added layer of protection … in recent years? It has. There are many implant options. Most are silicone or saline, and silicone has different … restore nerves after reconstruction. What are some of the most common reasons someone would need microsurgery? …
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Freezing Eggs: Fertility Planning and Preservation, in Practice
… from fertility evaluation to egg freezing. Dr. Brady is an Assistant Professor of OB-GYN at Columbia, and is … to consider fertility preservation. One, and kind of the most pressing reason, would be if patients are going to be … an evaluation and potentially consider freezing some eggs. Most patients don't fall in that category. Most haven't found …
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3 Questions to Assess Your Familial Colorectal Cancer Risks
… and preemptive therapies are very effective in preventing most cases of Colorectal Cancer. Share with your family and …
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Suture vs. Stitch: What’s the Difference?
… you need stitches, and a surgeon might mention sutures. To most of us, they sound like two ways of saying the same thing. Let’s break it down. What Is a Suture? A suture is the material used to close tissue. … with every stitch. The goal isn’t just closure, but the most effective means for healing. Whether it’s a few stitches …
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Radiation-Induced Thyroid Cancer
… 6,000 people developed thyroid cancer, and that number is expected to increase. What can then be expected after the … to others beyond Japan's shores? The thyroid is one of the most radiosensitive of all organs, meaning that it is … cancer is largely treatable, says Dr. McConnell. The most common type of radiation-induced thyroid cancer is …
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Ventricular Septal Defect
… A ventricular septal defect (VSD) is an opening, or hole, in the muscular wall, or septum, … can range in size and consist of one or more holes. In most cases, the holes are small and will close on their own. … determine its severity, and guide treatment. Treatment In most cases, babies born with a small VSD will require minimal …
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Everything You Need to Know About Mammograms
… Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in the United … at 40 ensures that we catch cancers early, when they’re most treatable,” says Dr. Rao. Women at higher risk—due to …
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Interstitial Laser Ablation: Minimally Invasive Treatment of Breast Tumors
… (ILA) of fibroadenomas, benign breast tumors that occur most commonly in younger women. During ILA, tumors are …
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Dr. Lee serves as Moderator for the Endocrine Surgery Educational Video Session at the American College of Surgeons annual meeting.
… Surgeons Clinical Congress 2010. The ACS Clinical Congress is a meeting of the world's experts in surgery whose purpose is educating surgeons on the most cutting edge and effective therapies for surgical …
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