Charles J. Lightdale, MD

Gastroenterology (Board Certified, Primary Specialty)

Pancreatic Cancer

Cancer Care

Internal Medicine (Board Certified)

Office Phone: (212) 305-3423

Biography

Current research is focussed on Barrett's esophagus. Targeted biopsies using confocal endomicroscopy for more accurate diagnosis. Radiofrequency ablation of Barrett's esophagus. Endoscopic mucosal resection of pre-cancerous lesions and early cancer. Blood tests and biopsy tests for early detection of esophageal cancer. Prevention of esophageal cancer in Barrett's esophagus.

Area of Expertise

Cancer Care
Pancreatic Cancer
Gastrointestinal Cancer
Gastrointestinal Disorder
Swallowing Disorder
Second Opinion
Esophagus Disorder
Esophageal Disease
Capsule Endoscopy
Barrett Esophagus
Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy Procedures
Barrett's Esophagus
Cancer Prevention

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Medicare [Traditional Medicare (NY)]

Education

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

Internship: Yale-New Haven Hospital

Residency: New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center

Residency: Yale-New Haven Hospital

Fellowship: New York Hospital - Cornell Medical Center

Locations

Harkness Pavilion

180 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032

Phone: (212) 305-3423

Fax: (212) 305-9913

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Academic Appointments

Professor of Medicine at CUMC

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