Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery Archives - Page 4 of 15

Division of Surgical Oncology surgeon Dr. James Suliburk recently found himself on the other side of the operating table as a patient.

David Holmes stands outside with staff in Malawi at Kamuzu Central Hospital.

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General surgery resident research to improve survival of children with Wilms Tumor in Malawi

December 21, 2022 Cancer, Malawi, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Wilms Tumor

Baylor College of Medicine residents are contributing to research aimed at improving treatment for diseases around the world. Specifically, Dr. David Holmes, contributed to a

A person holding a knife and chopping slices of cheese to go along with nuts, breads and other finger foods already placed on serving platters.

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Injury treatment and prevention: avoid holiday mishaps!

November 23, 2022 accidents, Holidays, injury prevention, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

Sarah Allen provides tips to prevent accidents in the kitchen, falls while decorating and incidents in the fireplace.

The words "Pancreatic Cancer" spelled out with Scrabble tiles.

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Current Pancreatic Cancer Research at Baylor Medicine

November 9, 2022 Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, pancreatic cancer

Baylor researchers conduct studies to investigate more effective treatments and detection methods for pancreatic cancer

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New research is changing the way surgeons treat lung cancer

November 2, 2022 Dr. Ramiro Fernandez, lobectomy, lung cancer, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, segmentectomy, thoracic surgery

New research is completely changing the way surgeons operate on patients with lung cancer. Dr. Ramiro Fernandez explains how this will help patients.

A person outdoors, standing with a mountain range visible in the distance. The person is blowing a thick cloud of vape smoke.

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Is vaping really that bad?

October 19, 2022 E-Cigarettes, lung injury, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, Vaping

Dr. Ramiro Fernandez says while the long-term effects of vaping aren’t known, there is acute lung injury associated with vaping called EVALI.

Taylor Vickers, physician assistant, stands inside a clinic, dressed in scrubs and leaning against medical equipment.

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All about Advanced Practice Providers in the Department of Surgery

September 28, 2022 advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

As part of National APP week we highlight advanced practice providers, medical professionals who work in tandem with a supervising doctor.

Holly Clayton, PA-C, sits in front of a computer while talking on the phone

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Celebrating advanced practice providers week

September 26, 2022 advanced practice providers, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery celebrates advanced practice providers during National APP Week, Sept. 26 to 30.

A note book sitting on a table. A hand-written grocery list shows a need to purchase soda, hot dogs and salami. A pen rests next to the list.

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New study shows highly processed foods increase risk for colon cancer

September 7, 2022 Colon Cancer, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery

A study published month showed eating highly processed foods like hot dogs, soda and french fries lead to a greater risk of colon cancer.

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Six weight loss surgery benefits besides weight loss

August 31, 2022 bariatric, Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, weight loss surgery

When you hear of weight loss surgery or bariatric surgery, you probably think of those incredible before and after photos. And yes, this surgery is