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Endometriosis: a Painfully Common & Scarcely Discussed Aspect of Women’s Health

… Dr. Arnold Advincula is the Chief of Gynecologic Specialty Surgery here at … a transcription of the discussion, and is lightly edited for context and clarity. Jump to a Section: What Is … Arnold Advincula: This is certainly one of the things that I think makes diagnosing endometriosis often complicated. And …

Last Modified: 02/20/2023 - 14:23

The Hospitals: Overview

… been named part of U.S. News & World Report's Honor Roll for the Best Hospitals in the United States every year for … the residency, Columbia University Irving Medical Center is located on a 20-acre site in Upper Manhattan. Formerly … Trauma Center at University Hospital is the sole Level I Trauma Center for the densely populated region of northern …

Last Modified: 09/10/2025 - 13:46

Center of Excellence for Biliary Atresia at Columbia

… Biliary atresia is a serious congenital condition that requires careful … surgical intervention. Columbia Center of Excellence for Biliary Atresia, in partnership with NewYork-Presbyterian, brings together a … Center of Excellence for Biliary Atresia at Columbia …

Last Modified: 08/07/2025 - 10:20

Pancreatitis Care Program

… The Pancreatitis Program at Columbia is the first of its kind – a full-spectrum care team devoted … like autologous islet cell transplants which help people with chronic pancreatitis find pain relief without becoming … with autologous islet cell transplantation (TPAIT) for the treatment of chronic pancreatitis. John M. Poneros, …

Last Modified: 11/19/2025 - 17:06

Portal Hypertension

… Portal hypertension is elevated blood pressure in the portal vein, which carries … which can block the blood flow in the portal vein with scar tissue and raise blood pressure. This increased … an appointment. Stories & Perspectives Robotics are Here for Complex Liver Surgery, and the Benefits Are Vast: An …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:40

DHREAMS (Diaphragmatic Hernia Research and Exploration; Advancing Molecular Science)

… The goal of this study is to identify genes that convey susceptibility to congenital … There are many different possible modes of inheritance for congenital anomalies, including autosomal dominant, … sib pairs, TDT) and association techniques, 2) Individuals with diaphragmatic defect who can be directly screened for …

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

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

… Primary sclerosing cholangitis is a chronic disease that slowly damages the liver. It begins … of primary sclerosing cholangitis are highest in those with inflammatory bowel disease. Symptoms A majority of … likely. The length of time this takes will be unique for each patient. Early symptoms may include the following …

Last Modified: 01/12/2026 - 11:41

Surgeons Discuss the Critical Effects of Racial Disparity in Cancer Clinical Trials

… By Lindsay Gandolfo Many clinical trials don’t account for racial diversity , yet they are still used to determine … populations remained severely underrepresented compared with the general population. On average, 76 percent of study … continue to lack proportional representation? One reason is that many of these studies are funded by drug companies, …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

What We’re Reading: 8/30/19

… made it into our feeds this week. Many Clinical Trials for New Cancer Drugs Didn’t Include Any Data on Race … to receive a lesser quality of care. ( From STATnews.com ) Read a follow-up discussion with surgeons Michelle … Beth Schrope, MD, PhD . Sara Musikoff’s Story Sara’s story is one of remarkable perseverance. She was a 20-year-old …

Last Modified: 03/03/2026 - 11:08

Revisional Bariatric Surgery

… The Center for Weight loss Surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia is a leader in the field of revisional bariatric surgery. … (212) 305-4000 to schedule an appointment for you to meet with a surgeon for an evaluation. Initial evaluation includes …

Last Modified: 11/03/2025 - 15:56

Congenital Malformations of the Digestive Tract

… Occasionally, babies can be born with defects along their digestive tract. Most commonly, … occur when organs do not develop properly while a fetus is still in the womb. The underlying cause of these … removes a sample of cells from the digestive tract to test for any abnormalities. Blood Tests : This measures …

Last Modified: 06/30/2025 - 11:23

Innovations in Breast Surgery Improve Precision, Avoid Re-operation

… a small lump was visible. A biopsy found it positive for cancer, and by New Year’s, Anna was calling oncologists … undergo a simple lumpectomy, in which the tumor alone is removed and healthy breast tissue is preserved. However, … left any cancer behind. But this goal conflicts directly with that of preserving cosmetic integrity of the breast, so …

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

Advances in Lung Volume Reduction Surgery

… NYP/Columbia has been the leading center in the country for Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS) , an innovative … specially trained nurses and physical therapists, is the most experienced in the U.S. in the removal of … at NYP/Columbia shows lasting benefits for select patients with COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, an advanced …

Last Modified: 04/04/2024 - 15:37

What We’re Reading: 11/22/19

… Doctors What does leadership mean to you? ‘Leadership’ is a word thrown around so frequently it sometimes loses … training is taken seriously. Strong leaders are good for patients, for doctors, and for the medical profession on … We didn’t expect to see it so fast.” ( From nytimes.com ) Surgery for Blocked Arteries Is Often Unwarranted, …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:01

Pediatric Vascular Anomalies

… different types of each. About one in every 10 children is born with a vascular tumor. The most common are hemangiomas, which … when a part of the vascular system, which is responsible for carrying blood, fails to develop normally. The most …

Last Modified: 06/30/2025 - 12:14