Patient Care Blog

Microplastics: What They Are and Why They Matter to You

August 14, 2025

Get the scoop on microplastics. While there is still much to learn, it’s clear that these tiny particles can have a big effect on your health.

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH): A Highly Treatable Brain Disorder

August 13, 2025

Ever since Billy Joel revealed on Instagram that he was suffering from normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), his condition has become big news, along with the surgical treatment that has eased his symptoms.

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The Quiet Strength of Trauma Surgeons in Times of Crisis

August 12, 2025

In the wake of tragedy, when communities are shaken and lives are upended, trauma surgeons quietly step into the chaos. Their work is often unseen, but its impact is profound. These medical professionals operate under immense pressure, making rapid decisions that can mean the difference between life and death. Their role is not only clinical—it’s deeply human.

What’s Melanoma? A Primer on This Dangerous Skin Cancer

August 11, 2025

Find out what melanoma is, what increases your risk and what you can do to detect and treat this potentially dangerous skin cancer.

NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center Earns Recognition as a Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center from the Mitral Foundation for Third Consecutive Year

August 11, 2025

For the third consecutive year, NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center has been recognized with the Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center Award by the Mitral Foundation for demonstrated excellence in heart valve repair. NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center is one of 23 centers across the U.S. to receive this award. This award recognizes NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center’s contribution to... Read More

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Staying Safe Amid Ongoing Wildfire Smoke in the Northeast

August 7, 2025

As smoky skies once again blanket parts of the northeastern U.S., Dr. Michael Niederman, Professor of Clinical Medicine in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at �ǿմ�ý, reminds us that the health risks remain very real—especially for vulnerable populations.