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Case Study: Hernia in a Young Woman-Mesh or No Mesh?

… but recently it’s started to cause her intermittent pain and discomfort. At this time, she’s never had any … symptoms like nausea or vomiting. She’s never had surgery and is otherwise healthy.  She undergoes a CT scan that shows … hernia containing a loop of intestine. The patient and her husband are planning on having another child sometime …

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Lung Transplant Surgery

… for all transplant patients, suppress the immune system and, therefore, increase risk of infection. However, if the … following a double lung transplant because it is a longer and more complex surgery. Therefore, they do better with a … room, the recipient's lung is immediately removed and the donor organ is placed in the chest cavity. When it is …

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Angioplasty

… The balloon is inflated, flattening the fatty deposits and widening the arterial channel, allowing more blood to … a small mesh tube called a stent to keep the artery open and prevent future blockages. Angioplasty offers several … bypass surgery. As technology advances, the applicability and success rates of angioplasty may improve. It also should …

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What We’re Reading: 11/15/19

… Dr. Isobel Rosenthal reflects on advice given by her peers and mentors—the gist of which was to leave her emotions at … advice requires, a balance that every medical student and doctor in the country has to maintain: to protect … that you lose yourself inside it.” ( From washingtonpost.com ) Facing ‘Certain Death,’ Teenager With Vaping Injury …

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What We’re Reading: 01/24/20

… not just for strong bones, vitamin D fights infections and diseases. But when we need it most in the cold months of … you need to know about vitamin D rich foods, supplements, and the importance of getting enough. ( From washingtonpost.com ) Everything you need to know about the new coronavirus …

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What You Need to Know About Late Stage Breast Cancer

… This is the third and last series of our BlogTalkRadio show with Dr. Sheldon … will address the topic of late stage breast cancer, and answer such questions as: What are my options for cure and longevity? What are my treatment options? Is prophylactic …

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COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 4/20/20

… of the Department of Surgery, sends an update to faculty and staff about pandemic response and priorities. Stay up to date with us. Dear Colleagues, … of them obvious.  Availability of PPE, testing for virus and antibody, surface cleaning, equipment sterilization, and …

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Patient Stories

… short for Fibrolamellar Hepatocellular Carcinoma, a wily and unpredictable disease that behaves differently from any … with only 200 new cases diagnosed in the world each year, and is devastating for teens and young adults. When Jackson Hendrix was diagnosed as an …

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Cameron Crock, PA

… from Arcadia University with a Master of Medical Science and joined the Colorectal Team at NYP in 2019. She is … working with the colorectal team to provide inpatient care and helping patients have a smooth and comfortable transition home. She is responsible for …

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Attain Your Personal Best Ask-the-Surgeon Webinar — Robert T. Grant, MD, Plastic Surgery (Part I)

… day to achieve our personal best—in our career, our family and yes, our appearance. But with so many cosmetic products and procedures out there, it's hard to separate advertising … Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medical Center, uncovers the truth and …

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Attain Your Personal Best Ask-the-Surgeon Webinar — Robert T. Grant, MD, Plastic Surgery (Part III)

… day to achieve our personal best—in our career, our family and yes, our appearance. But with so many cosmetic products and procedures out there, it's hard to separate advertising … Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center and Weill Cornell Medical Center, uncovers the truth and …

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healthpoints Winter 2011

… CONTENTS Pancreatic Cancer : Using imaging and genetic testing to detect and prevent pancreatic cancer. Complex Hernias : Repairing … diabetes. New Faculty : New Faculty appointments in 2010 and 2011 at Columbia University College of Physicians and …

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