All about heart surgery
February is Heart Month. Gilda Martinez offers a general overview of what to expect before, during and after heart surgery.
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The Stitch
The Stitch is the official blog of the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery, where department members share their expertise, research, and clinical experience, and patients share their personal stories of surgery and healing.
Hyperparathyroidism: easy to cure but commonly under-diagnosed
Dr. Feibi Zheng wants patients to be aware of their calcium levels to treat an easily detectable and curable disease – hyperparathyroidism.
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7 Tips for a healthy heart from a heart surgeon
Dr. Lauren Barron, Baylor Medicine heart surgeon, shares seven tips for keeping your heart healthy during Heart Month.
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Life-changing benefits of weight loss surgery
Dr. Samer Mattar discusses the benefits of weight loss surgery, including mental health and quality of life.
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Thyroid surgery: reflecting on the past and looking to the future
Dr. Raymon Grogan and his colleagues treat Thyroid issues in various ways and discuss all options with patients, including risks and benefits
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All about diverticulosis and diverticulitis with colorectal surgeon Dr. Rojas-Khalil
Dr. Yesenia Rojas-Khalil explains complications that come from diverticulitis as well as diagnosis and treatment options.
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What is Dry January and should I do Dry February?
Nurse practitioner Line Hinojosa offers information on liver health reducing alcohol use and Dry January and February.
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Is 2024 your year for weight loss surgery?
Baylor Medicine weight loss surgeon Dr. Juliet Holder-Haynes talks about one patient’s weight loss journey.
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What is a lung resection?
Learn about the different types of lung resections, approaches, risks, benefits, recovery processes and potential outcomes.
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Tips for setting healthy eating goals from a dietitian
Senior registered dietitian Claire Edgemon offers a guide to setting SMART goals for healthy New Year’s resolutions.
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