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Our Heritage

… is today considered one of the world's foremost centers for surgery. At the core of this well-earned reputation is … at the top medical schools in the country compete for the opportunity to be a part of our team. We are … therapy, rehabilitation, and other ancillary services for our patients and their families. The breadth of expertise …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:08

Hiroo Takayama, MD, PhD

… every year. Dr. Takayama is internationally recognized for his work on complex aortic surgery (minimally invasive … surgery (thoracic endovascular aneurysm repair), myectomy for obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, and heart … heart disease. Dr. Takayama attended University of Tokyo for Medical School, did his internship at University of …

Last Modified: 05/23/2026 - 05:28

Frank D'Ovidio, MD, PhD

… and ex-vivo perfusion. Dr. D'Ovidio is renown for his surgical work in patients with lung cancer and other … societies and councils including the American Association for Thoracic Surgery, the International Society of Heart & Lung Transplantation, Scientific Committee for Thoracic Surgery, the European Society of Thoracic …

Last Modified: 05/23/2026 - 05:28

Guide to Breast Surgeries & Procedures

… amount of tissue, which is then examined by a pathologist for signs and traits of cancer. It is a common and usually … to no scarring. Ductoscopically guided microductectomy, for instance, allows surgeons to target a specific portion of … on the size of the tumor and how far it has spread. For more advanced cancers, a mastectomy may be recommended. …

Last Modified: 09/22/2025 - 12:54

Staging of Pancreatic Cancer

… with surgery. Chemotherapy offers the best therapy for these tumors. Surgical Classification Sometimes instead … at this stage. Next Steps If you or someone you care for is dealing with a pancreatic condition, the Pancreas Center is here for you. Whether you need a diagnosis, treatment, or a second …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 12:57

Webinar – 2020 Annual Research Symposium

… Irving Medical Center. It provides an opportunity for residents, fellows and students to present their research … Readmission Rates in those with Partial Neck Dissections for Primary Thyroid Malignancies – Rahul K. Sharma, MD … Change in Bone Mineral Density after Parathyroidectomy for Primary Hyperparathyroidism – Gabrielle Steinl, MD …

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

Fighting Fibro, a Life-Threatening Liver Cancer

… Fibro is short for Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma , a wily and … cases diagnosed in the world each year, and is devastating for teens and young adults. Because there are few tell-tale … me on weekends for extra help." By September, the medical news was mixed. Jackson’s tumor was smaller, but the cancer …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:12

Pelvic Vein Disease

… swelling and pain in the affected leg. Risk Factors for Pelvic Vein Disease Pelvic vein disease is most common in … and Stenting A range of treatments are available for the treatment of pelvic vein disease, including … to relieve symptoms. Next Steps If you are in need of help for a vascular condition, we’re here for you. Call us now at …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 14:41

Celiac Awareness

… complications. You may not know this, but the ONLY cure for celiac disease is a strict Gluten Free diet. Gluten Free is not just a trendy diet! The good news is many grocery stores have several gluten free food options. The FDA defined the words “gluten-free” for the voluntary labeling of all FDA-regulated packaged …

Last Modified: 10/06/2023 - 12:02

Esophagectomy

… replaced. Esophagectomy is usually used as an intervention for cancer or Barrett's dysplasia, but occasionally may be … performed minimally invasively. Just as in open surgery for esophageal cancer, MIE involves removal of the esophagus … abdomen as well as the neck. THE is generally performed for early-stage cancers and is routinely done minimally …

Last Modified: 11/05/2025 - 16:58

Hemochromatosis

… birth, symptoms do not usually appear until later in life. For men, symptoms do not typically develop until between the … Because early signs of the disease can easily be mistaken for other conditions, the only way to detect it is to test for elevated levels of iron. The two primary types of blood …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:36

What We’re Reading: 05/15/20

… from Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery For 59 days we shared Dr. Smith’s daily COVID-19 memos with … let’s emulate what we know has worked. ( From newyorker.com ) I’m Deaf and I Lip-Read. All Those Masks Are Presenting … reminder to exercise empathy and awareness. ( From slate.com ) Now for some letters that spark joy... The Show’s …

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

A Biomimetic Patch Could Soon Change the Way We Do Heart Valve Repairs

… tissue engineering. As Surgical Director of the Initiative for Pediatric Cardiac Innovation, his passions align in the … the Cardiothoracic Research Lab, the first synthetic patch for heart valve repair that actually mimics the natural … of a biomimetic multilayered polymeric material designed for heart valve repair and replacement has been published in …

Last Modified: 07/07/2025 - 16:08

An Overview of Liver Disease, Listing Criteria and Transplantation

… Dr. Robert Brown, Chief of the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation, discusses the liver, diseases of the liver, and the listing criteria for patients needing a liver transplantation. …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:06

Living Donation Liver Transplant - The Donor Process

… Darby Santamour, the Living Donor Coordinator at the Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation explains the requirements and procedures for becoming a living liver donor at NewYork-Presbyterian …

Last Modified: 02/13/2023 - 21:04