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Reflections 4 Years After Breast Cancer Surgery

… on Instagram . 4 years ago today, an incredible team of surgeons led by this hero of mine, Dr. Rao of Columbia, removed the tumor from my right breast. And today I'm going to … boring, I know. But here's why: Entering the cancer world is scary and it takes a lot away from you but that tumor was …

Last Modified: 05/10/2023 - 15:15

Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program

… Our Living Donor Liver Transplantation Program is one of the largest and most successful in the country. Data from … which a recipient got a new liver from a living donor, and their original liver was split to help two people. Our Team …

Last Modified: 04/28/2026 - 13:15

Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)

… life support system that temporarily supports or replaces the function of the heart and/or lungs to keep the body appropriately … the patient’s heart and lungs while the care team assesses their condition and treats the underlying disease. The …

Last Modified: 10/20/2025 - 15:12

COVID-19 Updates from Dr. Smith: 7/2/20

… Each day during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Craig Smith, Chair of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and … print. An endearing feature of the Times 100,000 list was their attempt to capture in a few words something indelible …

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

The Pancreas and Nutrition: Your Diet during Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

… This is the third in a three-part Q&A series on nutrition. If you … and someone will contact you. Question: What are some of the issues unique to patients undergoing chemotherapy or … important thing for patients to be aware of in terms of their diet? Why? How does that differ from patients not …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

The Pancreas and Nutrition: Your Diet for Good Health

… This is the first in a three-part Q&A series on nutrition with … to the pancreas? Can you, for example, reduce your risk of pancreatic cancer? Although there is no proven way to … dietitians counsel patients who are seeking to change their diet to help manage their medical conditions, because …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:09

Alcohol Abuse And Acute Pancreatitis

… with excessive drinking, what would you say? Cirrhosis of the liver? Heart disease? A weakened immune system? You’d … more likely to develop pancreatic cancer at some point in their lives. While any instance of pancreatitis needs to be …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

What We’re Reading: 03/06/26

… The Impossible Predicament of the Uninsured This story starts with a missed call and … to the experience. By the time someone reaches the ER, their story has usually been unfolding for a long time. (from …

Last Modified: 04/06/2026 - 22:29

Transplant Surgery Fellowship

… Message from the program director Dear applicants, Thank you for considering being a part of our team. The fellowship at NYP/Columbia/Cornell offers … training over the last 25+ years. The fellowship program is among the most balanced training programs with fantastic …

Last Modified: 01/14/2026 - 17:10

Surgery in 2022 Brought Innovation and Community to the Forefront

… Medical care in 2022 had all the ups and downs, ins and outs we have come to expect from … From the Lab to the O.R., Specialization Blooms The Art of Surgery Brings Benefits in Breast Cancer Treatment Breast … commitment to the local community and extend the highest quality care you have come to know in more convenient …

Last Modified: 12/02/2024 - 11:04

Understanding Rectus Diastasis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

… If you have noticed a bulge running down the center of your abdomen, especially when you strain or sit up, you … lifting heavy objects These symptoms can affect your quality of life and your ability to stay active. How Is …

Last Modified: 03/06/2026 - 12:22

The Complicated Reality of Weight Gain, Weight Loss, and Weight Stigma

… By Elisabeth Geier If you put on a few pounds over the course of the Covid-19 pandemic, you’re not alone. According to a … surgery “at the point that they’re just fed up with their quality of life...be that societal, be that self-image, be … The Complicated Reality of Weight Gain, Weight Loss, and …

Last Modified: 11/07/2025 - 11:49

Riding Through the Odds: Kieran Kelly’s Journey with Rare 59-Pound Tumor

… might spot Kieran Kelly and his horses. Originally from the Irish seaport town of Sligo, Kieran has worked for many years as one of New York … searching for a diagnosis, Kieran and Alana had to do their own investigating online. “I started doing all kinds of … Riding Through the Odds: Kieran Kelly’s Journey with Rare 59-Pound Tumor …

Last Modified: 03/13/2026 - 17:07

“Alive with a New, Old Liver”

… In recognition of February being Organ Donor Awareness Month, we share an inspiring story from the New York Times. When you think about organ donation, you … a benevolent healthy donor gives a kidney or a portion of their liver to allow someone to undergo a lifesaving …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 17:59

What We’re Reading: 01/19/24

… A couple of highlights from around the web that made it into our feeds … influencers are taking part in the hype by documenting their experiences in the MRI machines. For a hefty price, you …

Last Modified: 01/19/2024 - 14:30