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Fetal and Neonatal Surgery

… treat a variety of birth defects. Key Facts Fetal surgery is performed on unborn babies who have treatable conditions … in the womb. Neonatal surgery is performed on infants with defects that cannot be treated while in the womb. … these procedures come with a variety of potential risks for both the baby and mother. In addition to surgical …

Last Modified: 06/30/2025 - 11:15

Learn About Our Clinical Trials

… real world, helping us continually develop improved ways for delivering care. Open Clinical Trials at RecruitMe … They | How Do They Work? | Participation What Is a Clinical Trial? During a clinical trial, scientists … healthcare provider about any of their concerns. How Do I Participate? Clinical trials are an important aspect of …

Last Modified: 05/28/2025 - 10:35

Pelvic Floor Program

… Americans, yet relatively few receive adequate treatment for these conditions. Our program offers care to resolve symptoms and restore quality of life for patients with pelvic floor issues. Our center is unique, offering a comprehensive, multidisciplinary …

Last Modified: 03/04/2026 - 17:47

Anna J. Varghese, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, CNOR

… Anna Varghese is a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner in the … and before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, worked for several years as a Perioperative nurse at NYP/Columbia. Anna works closely with Dr. Pokala Ravi Kiran and all the surgeons in the …

Last Modified: 03/15/2024 - 10:31

John C Ausiello, MD

… Dr. Ausiello is instructor in Medicine at the College of Physicians and … differences between growth hormone and IGF-1 in subjects with growth hormone deficiency. Dr. Ausiello co-authored a … service where he works closely with the fellows caring for patients who have undergone surgery by our neurosurgeon …

Last Modified: 03/05/2026 - 09:35

Clinical Training: PGY4

… resident, the PGY4 takes on increasing responsibility for the day-to-day management of patients as well as teaching … residents and medical students. In addition, this year is the beginning of the intensive and progressively more … and amputations. Often, the PGY4 assumes a teaching role with the junior residents, taking them through procedures …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:11

Our Heart Surgery Programs and Services

… matter what kind of heart condition you or your loved one is dealing with, help is available. Columbia is a world-leader in surgical and medical management for all types of heart disease and related conditions. Our …

Last Modified: 12/22/2025 - 12:23

After You Come Home from Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… Your companion should not be afraid to leave you alone for periods of time. Before discharge, you will receive: A … or surgeon Recovering at Home At least one follow-up visit with your surgeon and cardiologist is recommended within the first 4 to 6 weeks after discharge. …

Last Modified: 04/06/2026 - 11:58

About Columbia Surgery

… Surgery has earned a reputation as the best choice for skilled, sensitive care, especially for those with the most serious and complex conditions; we regularly … results for our patients. Underlying this reputation is a culture of compassionate care rooted in over 250 years …

Last Modified: 12/16/2025 - 18:01

Request CIOR’s Services

… The aim of CIOR is to foster research collaboration and to provide research … the Department of Surgery. We also encourage collaboration with other departments and institutions. In order for us to be able to deliver expert and prompt research input …

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

Advances in Mitral Valve Surgery

… The mitral valve is like a one-way door between chambers of the heart; it … to require surgical repair or replacement of the valve. For many years, patients had to choose between mechanical valves, which can last many years but come with a lifelong dependency on blood thinners, and animal …

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

COVID-19 Update from Dr. Smith: 3/25/20

… Colleagues, It may be obvious that writing these Updates is a daily struggle to balance terror with reassurance. Today … pace of this contagion so easily overwhelms me that I risk becoming the Jaws of doomsurfing. But this is a day … limited swabs, transfer medium, and the PPE required for the person doing the swabbing. Pathology is rapidly …

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

Surgical Procedures & Innovations

… female patients, gallbladder removal, or cholecystectomy, is performed through a small internal incision behind the … through a single incision in the navel, is utilized for cholecystectomy, appendectomy, and gastric sleeve obesity … surgery. Endoscopic procedures performed through the mouth with a suturing device on a standard endoscope for revision/ …

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

Cameron Crock, PA

… Cameron Crock is a Physician Assistant who graduated from Arcadia University with a Master of Medical Science and joined the Colorectal … smooth and comfortable transition home. She is responsible for educating patients about what to expect following surgery …

Last Modified: 03/26/2024 - 12:08

Guide to Breast Screening and Prevention

… options and preventative measures you can take. What Is Breast Screening? Breast screening involves checking your breasts for cancer or other disease before there are any signs or … If you or a family member has previously been diagnosed with breast cancer or disease, you may be at a greater risk. …

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