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Non-Cancerous Breast Disease

… explains the most common conditions, the symptoms shared with cancerous breast disease, and diagnostic procedures. Key … or skin Nipple retraction Discharge from the nipple that is not milk For this reason, it is vital to contact a medical …

Last Modified: 09/22/2025 - 12:52

Myasthenia Gravis

… Myasthenia Gravis is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s defense system … a neurotransmitter, to stimulate the muscles. Those with myasthenia gravis experience increasing muscle weakness … treatment. Non-Surgical Treatment There is no known cure for myasthenia gravis. However, several non-surgical …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 23:25

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day: Advances in Surgery and Immunotherapy

… Mark your calendars for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day, an educational program … of the Pancreas Center at NYP/Columbia. “Early detection is key and surgery remains the best way to achieve a cure.” … pairing immunotherapy and chemotherapy, in partnership with Roche Pharmaceuticals. Our goal is to find out which …

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

Jean C. Emond, MD

… Dr. Emond is the Vice Chairman of Surgery at Columbia University. He … this field and was the co-chair of the NIH A2ALL program for 13 years. In collaboration with the department of Medicine at Columbia, Dr. Emond …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 08:37

Gallbladder Disease

… names, depending on which part of the biliary system is affected. Some of the common variations include: … causing pain, infection, and biliary stasis. Risk factors for gallstone formation include obesity, high cholesterol, … How is it diagnosed? Initial diagnosis is performed with an abdominal ultrasound, which can visualize the …

Last Modified: 06/18/2025 - 14:07

What We’re Reading: 10/18/19

… that made it into our feeds this week. Childhood Obesity Is Rising 'Shockingly Fast' — Even In Poor Countries … percent. In this article researchers discuss the need for more awareness and education about nutrition, government … cancer cells, before the tumor develops. ( From nytimes.com ) As vaping-linked deaths rise to 33, officials are still …

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

Genomic Sequencing Saves Father and Four Children

… Recently Columbia oncologists diagnosed a toddler with acute myelogenous leukemia, and thanks to The Sohn Foundation for Precision Medicine, the entire family underwent genetic … week. “With our early intervention,” she says, “there is a very good chance that the father has been completely …

Last Modified: 02/23/2023 - 18:00

Roshni Rao and the Art of Effective Communication

… and fear. The message holds multitudes. On the day I followed Columbia’s chief of breast surgery, Roshni Rao, MD … Institute to assess 5-year and lifetime breast cancer risk for most patients she sees. Its results display as a simple … knows how to build trust and makes it her priority. She is not afraid to allow a quiet pause time to sprout fresh …

Last Modified: 05/06/2024 - 14:03

Symptoms of Pancreatitis

… death) Pancreatic abscess Pancreatic pseudocyst, which is an abnormal deposit of tissue, fluid and debris that can … dramatic occurrence of an acute attack. However, those with undiagnosed chronic pancreatitis may develop acute … there is a decrease in the secretion of enzymes needed for digestion and absorption of dietary fats. Fat digestion …

Last Modified: 09/24/2025 - 13:00

Thyroid Biopsy Clinic

… highly efficient model reduces the typical weeks-long wait for FNA biopsies to a single day. Our on-site cytopathologist … request form . What are Thyroid Nodules? A thyroid nodule is a growth or lump of cells that forms within the thyroid … multiple visits. Who We Treat Our clinic treats patients with thyroid nodules that ultrasound testing indicates may be …

Last Modified: 10/15/2025 - 16:18

Spider Veins

… spider veins or reticular veins. Small varicose veins with minimal symptoms may also be a cause of cosmetic concern for patients. Spider veins are small red, blue or purple … skin level and somewhat deeper than spider veins. There is no health risk regarding cosmetic veins, but they may be …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 14:47

The Pancreas and Its Functions

… Pancreatic Surgery Team , October 2024 The pancreas is an organ located in the abdomen. It plays an essential role in converting the food we eat into fuel for the body's cells. The pancreas has two main functions: an … Next Steps If you or someone you care for is dealing with a pancreatic condition, the Pancreas Center is here for …

Last Modified: 05/12/2025 - 13:46

Stories of Hope: Rokshana Husain

… When she made a trip to her local emergency room for a heart problem in 2009, Rokshana Husain could not have … no breast cancer, but did find a lung nodule. Confident with that diagnosis, her doctors were prepared to proceed … removed. Meanwhile, at the guidance of her son, who is an orthopedic surgeon in the US Army, she sought a second …

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

From Patient to Activist: Ralph Cheney Spreads His Story of Hope to Others

… of the most important battle of Ralph Cheney's life began with nagging back pain during Labor Day weekend of 2004. … CT scans and scheduled an endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) for the following week. Although the biopsy results were … Jim and his wife, Jan. Almost five years later, Ralph is a survivor with no evidence of disease. Today, Ralph …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:07