Comprehensive GI Clinical Cancer Genetics programs at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital are furthering understanding of inherited cancer syndromes such as Lynch syndrome to facilitate early screening and prevent the development of colorectal cancer.

Dr. Melissa K. Frey, a gynecologist at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell became interested in the role of genetics in cancer. That awareness became the genesis of her research as a resident and continues today as a practicing physician.

Columbia Hernia Center surgeons present factors that are changing the surgical landscape for hernia repair from open operations to minimally invasive approaches.

Weill Cornell Medicine surgical oncologist and colon and rectal surgeon, Dr. Heather Yeo, and her team conduct the first study to use propensity score matching comparing colonic stenting with immediate resection.

Columbia gastroenterologists discuss hereditary cancer syndromes associated with pancreatic cancer and approaches to identify risk.

Columbia orthopedic faculty conduct a study outlining the patient perspective on what constitutes improvements in outcomes related to pain relief and improved function.

Columbia’s orthopedic researchers define tendon enthesis mechanical properties critical for a durable attachment.

Weill Cornell Medicine cancer researchers uncover protein released in exosomes secreted by melanoma cells that leads to lymphangiogenesis.