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09/17/2025

When Ethan was born, his stomach and intestines were outside his body, a birth defect called gastroschisis. After an emergency c-section, doctors moved quickly, and within a day, everything was back inside.

His mom, Jeanine, remembers hearing only his cry before he was whisked away. “They told me I had a really strong baby because he tolerated it so well. He barely cried.”

Ethan spent months in the NICU with lines in his arms, legs, and even his head. There were infections, food allergies, and setbacks. But he kept fighting.

Today, Ethan is ten. He loves science, teaches his classmates about anatomy, and takes care of his little sister, Aria. His name means “brave,” a perfect match for the life he’s lived from the very beginning.

Read Ethan’s story at the link in bio, and check out his story through photos here.

09/10/2025

Columbia Surgery is now at NewYork-Presbyterian The One in White Plains.

Our surgeons are bringing world-class expertise and advanced treatments to a brand-new outpatient setting, complete with operating and endoscopy suites, concierge coordination, valet parking, and more.
From hernia repair and weight loss surgery to liver transplant, breast, vascular, thoracic, and beyond, patients in Westchester now have access to surgeons, close to home.

📍 1111 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY
➖Link in bio for more information➖

09/08/2025

An altruistic living donor offered part of their liver to someone they had never met, and that gift set off a remarkable chain.

The first recipient’s liver—though unsuitable for them due to a rare metabolic disorder—was otherwise healthy. Surgeons split it in two, and those grafts were transplanted into two more patients.

In a single day, across four operating rooms and 15 hours, one living donation became three lives saved.
This first-of-its-kind procedure for adults in the U.S. combined decades of transplant expertise, robotic donor surgery, and the meticulous surgical dance of a multidisciplinary team. But at its heart, it’s about the courage of one donor and the resilience of three patients who now have a future.

Link in bio to read the story ✨
Photos courtesy of NewYork-Presbyterian

09/03/2025

Is it cute? Is it mini? Is it maybe just a little creepy? It’s the model hospital ward that sent to the Paris Expo of 1900.

Oh, how state-of-the-art evolves. 🏥

08/28/2025

This first slide is the original ECMO cart used to save the first baby with congenital diaphragmatic hernia . And yes, it was as “MacGyvered“ as it looks.

The fight to save lives often begins with a bold idea, a leap of faith, and a deep commitment to rethinking the impossible. Nowhere is this more evident than in the evolution of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), a lifesaving technology that transformed congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) from a condition with near-certain mortality into one of hope and survival.

At the heart of this revolution is Dr. Charles Stolar, former Chief of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief at Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital and a pioneer whose relentless pursuit of better outcomes helped rewrite the standard of care for critically ill newborns.

“The goal was always to put ourselves out of business,” says Dr. Stolar. “Because putting a kid on a heart-lung machine for a couple of weeks is not without its hazard. What’s happened now is that ECMO survival is closer to 50 percent. Why? Because these other strategies have removed babies that don’t really need ECMO. These are a small group, the most challenging. These are the numbers of success.”

This story explores the breakthroughs, challenges, and relentless dedication that propelled ECMO from experimental beginnings to its position as a cornerstone of pediatric—and adult—critical care. It’s a story of innovation, resilience, and the impact of thoughtful medicine. A feature not to miss. 🌟Link in Bio🌟

Pictured:
1. The original ECMO cart
2. A diagram that shows typical anatomy of heart, lungs, small intestine, and diaphragm in newborn.
3. A diagram that shows atypical anatomy of heart, lungs, small intestine, and diaphragm in newborn with CDH.
4. Dr. Charles Stolar poses next to the first “MacGyvered” ECMO equipment.

08/25/2025

At just 14, Jade underwent her first facial reconstructive surgery to treat midface hypoplasia, a condition that made it difficult for her to eat, speak, and breathe. Even intubated and sedated after surgery, Jade found moments of delight—fluttering her hands to a Taylor Swift song and earning the nickname “rock star” from her nurses.

Two years and several complex procedures later, Jade is back where she belongs: in the dance studio, smiling and finding new confidence in herself.

Her surgeon, , shares: “Every aspect of her daily function has been improved. Beyond this, the impact on her physical appearance has helped her community see her for the confident and exceptional person that she truly is.”

We celebrate Jade’s courage, resiliency, and infectious joy! Read her story at the link in bio.

08/14/2025

Nine days after her 50th birthday, Nadine Davis got the call: “There’s a match.”

She had lived for years with pulmonary arterial hypertension, heart failure, and liver cirrhosis, managing each day like “surviving on a tightrope.” By early 2024, her options were running out.

“Even when I didn’t believe in myself, my nurses, doctors, and the whole staff were rooting for me. I fought with everything I have, and I’m grateful that I get another chance.”

Last spring, Nadine became the first person in New York State to receive a rare heart, double lung, and liver transplant, all from a single donor.

The 14-hour operation required an exceptional team working in perfect sync; “like an orchestra,” her cardiologist Dr. Jennifer Haythe says. But for Nadine, it’s not about a medical first. It’s a return to life—being able to breathe again, take a walk around the block, go for a swim, and enjoy this precious life surrounded by people who never stopped believing she’d get here. 💗

Read her story here: https://columbiasurgery.org/news/nyp-s-health-matters-new-york-s-first-heart-lung-liver-transplant-recipient-reflects-her
Photos courtesy of NYP; story first published in NYP’s Health Matters.

07/30/2025

A full-on news flurry hit when it came out that the President was recently diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), but for millions of Americans, swollen, aching legs have been part of daily life for years.

CVI isn’t just about bulging veins. It’s about blood flow, skin health, and the ability to move comfortably through the world. We sat down with interventional cardiologist Dr. Partha Sardar to talk about what CVI really is, how to spot the signs early, and why treatment isn’t just cosmetic—it’s essential.

✨Key Points✨
Symptoms can start subtly: heavy legs, skin changes, or that “tired” feeling at the end of the day. But left unchecked, CVI can lead to ulcers, infections, and serious mobility issues. Fortunately, there are effective, minimally invasive treatments that can relieve symptoms and restore comfort if you catch it early.

🔗Read the full interview with Dr. Sardar at the link in bio.

07/25/2025

Heartstrings—they’re more than just a metaphor!

These cord-like tendons connect your papillary muscles to the tricuspid valve and bicuspid valve in your heart. 🌈

07/21/2025

ORs have trees too, suture trees. Sutures are used to close wounds and come in many shapes and sizes. The materials fall under two general classifications: absorbable and non-absorbable.

Did you know that sutures and stitches are not the same things? Suture is the device; stitch is the technique. 😉

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