Columbia Neurosurgery Says Goodbye to the 2021 Chiefs
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
Last night, we celebrated the graduation of our amazing and talented Chief Residents – Brian Gill, MD and Dominique Higgins, MD, PhD as they move onto individual fellowships in Neuro-Oncology: Dr. Gill, at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Dr. Higgins at the University of Miami. It is always hard to say goodbye, but we will cherish all the hard work, mentorships, and friendships that were made during their time here at Columbia. Brian Gill, MD and Dominique Higgins, MD Dr. Gill looks back fondly on his first day meeting his fellow Chief, Dr. Higgins: “It was November of 2013 and I took a break in b ..read more
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Don’t Delay Medical Care, Suggests Study
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
If you’ve been avoiding the hospital due to fears of contracting COVID-19, you’re not alone. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention showed that 41% of Americans delayed medical care by June 2020 for that very reason. But a recent study, led by senior co-author, Dr. Guy McKhann, Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery and lead co-author, Dr. Brett Youngerman, Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physician and Surgeons, found the risk is minimal. Dr. McKhann notes that hospitals are doing a good job of safeguarding their environme ..read more
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Congratulations Brandon Christophe on receiving the 2020 Martha A. Hooven Awards for Excellence
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
The Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons proudly presents the annual Martha A. Hooven Awards for Excellence to exceptional employees, or groups of employees, for their outstanding performance and contributions. Initiated in 2008, this award is intended to inspire all of us to strive for the very highest level of excellence by recognizing some of our truly exceptional people. Brandon Christophe and Dr. Sander Connolly This year, our very own, Brandon Christophe received the Diversity Award. Brandon, a senior researcher in neurological surgery, has been a driving force in creating research ..read more
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“He Set a High Bar” – Columbia Neurosurgery Transformed Under Dr. Robert Solomon’s Hand
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
Much has changed in the world and in the field of neurosurgery since 1997, but one thing remained constant: Robert A. Solomon, MD, FACS, at the helm of Columbia’s prestigious Department of Neurological Surgery. Though he will continue to contribute to patient care, teaching, and research at Columbia, Dr. Solomon has stepped down as chair after nearly 23 years leading the world-renowned department. “Dr. Solomon is the type of chair that we all aspire to become – a superlative clinician, an innovative pioneer, an intellectual powerhouse, a clinician-scientist, and a leader by example,” sai ..read more
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Epilepsy Patient Story Update: Madison Wells
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
Eight years ago, epilepsy specialists, Drs. Guy McKhann and Neil Feldstein operated on Madison Wells, who suffered from near daily seizures and the surgery was successful. You can read more about Madison’s journey in our story, ‘I’m Living a Normal Life for the First Time’: Madison’s Epilepsy Cure. Fast forward to 2020, Madison is doing better than ever and continues to thrive in her life. We recently heard from Madison and wanted to share her update. Letter from Madison: Dear Dr. McKhann, Eight years ago, you and Dr. Feldstein operated on me and I wanted to thank you both for helping me ..read more
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E. Sander Connolly Jr. is Named Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery
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by Rashaun White
3y ago
We are very excited to announce that E. Sander Connolly Jr., MD, FACS has been named chair of the Department of Neurological Surgery at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. He also will serve as neurosurgeon-in-chief at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr. Connolly is currently the Bennett M. Stein Professor of Neurological Surgery, vice chair of neurosurgery, director of the Cerebrovascular Research Laboratory, and surgical director of the Neuro-Intensive Care Unit at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Dr ..read more
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Columbia Continues Streak With Top-Ranked Department of Neurosurgery
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by admin
3y ago
Repetition can be boring, but this is one announcement we will never tire of making: US News & World Report’s annual rankings of hospitals and graduate schools are in, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center once again takes top honors. This year, the hospital rose to #4 in the nation, while maintaining its #1 ranking in the New York state. US News & World Report ranks hospitals not only on their overall levels of excellence, but also on specialties. The Department of Neurosurgery is especially proud that Columbia ranked #3 in the nation among t ..read more
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Dr. Quest Honored by the Society of Neurological Surgeons
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by Rashaun White
4y ago
Dr. Donald O. Quest, J. Lawrence Pool Professor of Neurological Surgery has been honored with the Distinguished Service Award from the Society of Neurological Surgeons (SNS). The SNS is the oldest neurosurgical society in the world, founded by Harvey Cushing and other pioneers in the specialty. It is composed of leaders in neurosurgery and its focus is on graduate and post-graduate education and research. Dr. Quest has been the President of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, the Academy of Neurological Surgery, the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Chairman of the American ..read more
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Continuation of Neurosurgical Care
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by Rashaun White
4y ago
At Columbia Neurosurgery, we are committed to our patients’ safety and continued health during this challenging time. Patients with essential, urgent, and emergent conditions for whom more timely evaluation and surgery is required will now be able to be safely evaluated and treated in our facilities. Throughout the pandemic, we have put our patients first, as we have throughout our 110-year history. We have focused on taking care of our patients, both adults and children, and alleviating their pain, suffering, and fear. Some of the procedures we have been performing include: Clipping aneurys ..read more
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Neurosurgery Telehealth Appointments
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by Rashaun White
4y ago
Columbia Neurosurgery provides new and current patients with telehealth virtual visits. Schedule an appointment with one of our neurosurgeons today! The post Neurosurgery Telehealth Appointments appeared first on Columbia Neurosurgery ..read more
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