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Hyesoo Lowe, MD

… Hyesoo Lowe, MD is a board-certified Endocrinologist at Columbia University, … program at Columbia, where she is the course director for the Thyroid Ultrasound and Biopsy Course. Her clinical … care of thyroid conditions and she closely collaborates with her colleagues in Endocrine Surgery, Reproductive …

Last Modified: 01/29/2026 - 10:32

ECMO Helps Save the Life of a Young Man After a Football Injury

… the game-winning touchdown pass in a football game with friends. He broke his leg — both his tibia and fibula — … and surgery to place a rod in his broken leg was scheduled for 3 pm that day. Just as the operation was beginning, … ECMO stands for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation ; it is a machine that takes over the function of the lungs. A …

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

All about Lactose Intolerance

… consuming foods containing lactose. Though not harmful, it is certainly unpleasant and can significantly impact the … the lactase enzyme at all or when they do not make enough for proper absorption, resulting in digestive symptoms. … range in severity based on the amount of lactose consumed. I often see patients confusing lactose intolerance with a …

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

Scarless and Minimal Access Surgery

… Laparoscopic Surgery Laparoscopic surgery is performed through small incisions (between ¼ to 1 inches long). A telescope with a video camera inserted through one incision provides … Our program now offers endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty for select patients who need to lose weight but do not …

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

What to Expect – Your Surgery

… Here is a summary of what to expect from your surgery experience: … have not called you by 6:00 pm, please call (212) 305-7000 for instructions. The Day of Surgery: Arrive and Register at … on the 3rd floor. Be sure to bring your insurance card with you. Do not bring large sums of money, jewelry or other …

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

Erin Testerman, RN, BSN, CWOCN

… Erin Testerman is a certified Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse in the … in both the out-patient and inpatient settings. Erin works with patients with ostomies and their families providing … so as to ensure the development of the required skills for the management of ostomy care. Erin is a valuable member …

Last Modified: 02/19/2023 - 13:10

After Your Heart Surgery: What to Expect

… (ICU) After your surgery, you will be brought to the ICU for monitoring. When you start to wake up, you may feel … on your back, followed by deep breathing and coughing. It is important to frequently use the incentive spirometer (and … and soreness after heart surgery. Most pain is managed with oral medications, such as Tylenol, Gabapentin, or …

Last Modified: 04/09/2026 - 12:26

World Leader in Disorders of the Diaphragm

… , under the direction of thoracic surgeon Mark Ginsburg is the leading center in the world for the treatment of diaphragm disorders, with a steadily growing patient volume and outstanding …

Last Modified: 04/04/2024 - 15:35

Weight Loss: Medical and Surgical Treatments

… mainstays of weight loss treatment, but they don't work for everybody. For people who want weight loss options that … States and this incision-less, non-surgical procedure is now being offered at our comprehensive obesity management … general anesthesia but no incisions. A standard endoscope with the stitching device attached goes through the mouth and …

Last Modified: 11/03/2025 - 15:40

Mark E Ginsburg, MD

… Dr. Mark E. Ginsburg is an associate Professor of Surgery at Columbia University … the University of Rochester Medical Center. He is renown for his surgical work in patients with disorders of the Diaphragm, and is one of few surgeons …

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

Pediatric Heart Valve Lab

… Research The research in the Pediatric Heart Valve Lab is focused on biomedical, mechanical and tissue engineering … the clinical outcomes and quality of life of children with congenital heart defects. We investigate experimental … failure-related unmet clinical needs, new biomaterials for pediatric and adult cardiac surgery, new strategies to …

Last Modified: 07/24/2025 - 11:33

What You Need To Know About Prebiotics

… what you should or should not be eating or supplementing with. There is also a lot of hype surrounding both probiotics and … the growth and balance of healthy bacteria in the colon. For example, the beneficial bacteria: bifidobacteria and …

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

Lifestyle Changes after Your Operation

… health, keeping your weight at an optimum and steady level is very important. Excess weight increases the work your … prone to breaking. The best way to control your weight is with proper diet and exercise. After transplantation, diet … and other medications are broken down in the liver. So, for your medications to work properly and safeguard your new …

Last Modified: 01/15/2026 - 15:45

Lauren's Law — One Girl's Story From Patient to Advocate to Legislator

… possible, however without one of the youngest advocates for organ donation and the namesake of the law: … challenges. In 2010, Senator David Carlucci, impressed with Lauren's dedication, approached her about helping to … compared to the average organ donor rate of 42%, New York is significantly lower – with only 18% enrolled to be organ …

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