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New York Medical College and the Westchester Medical Center Health Network Host Ceremonial Signing of Academic Affiliation Agreement
 New York Medical College (NYMC) and the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth) held a special signing ceremony on May 17 to commemorate the 12-year, Academic Affiliation Agreement between the two institutions. The long-term agreement will strengthen the academic medicine programs as well as the clinical care and research practices of both NYMC and WMCHealth. Seated, from left: Michael D. Israel, president and CEO, Westchester Medical Center Health Network and Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, New York Medical College. Standing from left: Herman Geist, Westchester County Healthcare Corporation board member; Julie Switzer, executive vice president, general counsel, Westchester Medical Center; Dr. Mark Hasten, chairman of the Board of Trustees, Touro College and University System and New York Medical College; Mitchell Hochberg, chair of the board of directors, Westchester County Healthcare Corporation; Alan Kadish, M.D., president, New York Medical College and Touro College and University System; and Robert P. Astorino, Westchester County Executive. Read more...
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Touro College Set to Launch Nursing Program at New York Medical College
 The Touro School of Health Sciences will open a new registered nurse (R.N.) to bachelor of science (B.S.) degree program at New York Medical College at 19 Skyline Drive. Set to open in August, the program is expected to enroll approximately 40 students and will include training in skills such as database research and telehealth and is intended to prepare nurses for modern health care environments. An articulation agreement was signed by Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, New York Medical College; Belinda S. Miles, Ed.D., president Westchester Community College, State University of New York, at a signing ceremony on May 18. The agreement will create a nursing pipeline from the associate's degree to bachelor's degree studies in nursing
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SOM Class of 2020 Honors First Patients at the 29th Annual Convocation of Thanks
 As the first year of medical school was winding down for the School of Medicine (SOM) Class of 2020, they took some time to reflect upon a defining moment of medical school-the gross anatomy course. It was standing room only at the 29th Annual Convocation of Thanks held on May 12 in Nevins Auditorium, when the School of Medicine Class of 2020, articulated their gratitude to the individuals who gave the ultimate gift to the study of human anatomy. Matthew Pravetz, O.F.M., Ph.D. '88, professor of cell biology and anatomy, program director and assistant dean for basic sciences, welcomed the audience of families and friends of the donors, pointing out how sometimes it can be difficult to express thanks, but the School of Medicine Class of 2020 did just that- in spades. They expressed their gratitude, respect and awe for the anatomical donors whom they fondly referred to as their first patients through personal reflections, poetry, music, song and dance. Oluwadara Nnoli, SOM Class of 2020, expressed her feelings with an original song, Remember. Jenny Wu, SOM Class of 2020, shared her thoughts in a video. After the ceremony, the group moved outdoors where the Class of 2020 ceremoniously planted a tree in honor of the anatomical donors. View the photo gallery here.
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SHSP Hosts Successful Fifth Annual Research and Scholarship Day
 The School of Health Sciences and Practice (SHSP), in collaboration with Alpha Eta and Delta Omega Honor Societies, hosted its Fifth Annual Research and Scholarship Day on May 11 at the Clinical Skills and Simulation Center. Students presented a record-breaking number of posters of their research and scholarly activities according to Boyer's five categories of scholarship: discovery, teaching, integration, application/practice and engagement. The event aims to encourage research, stimulate networking among students and faculty, and express appreciation to NYMC and community mentors. View the photo gallery here. Read more...
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College Celebrates Longevity of Employee Service
 The College community gathered in the dining room at Skyline Drive to celebrate the 29th annual Employee Recognition day. Hosted by the Human Resources Department, the event recognizes employees celebrating five-year increments of service, from five to fifty, during the calendar year. This year's ceremony honored 133 employees. As tradition dictates, a special proclamation was presented to honorees celebrating 25 years of service and they were officially welcomed to the NYMC Quarter Century Club. Community Outreach Awards were presented to Patricia Seagriff-Curtin, D.D.S., clinical assistant professor of dental medicine, Sergio G. Golombek, M.D., M.P.H. '04, professor of pediatrics in the School of Medicine and clinical public health in the School of Health Sciences and Practice, and Augusto Sola, M.D., M.S., adjunct professor of epidemiology and community health, who were nominated by their colleagues for demonstrating exceptional community service and volunteering their services, talents and time. The highlight of the morning was honoring Robert Lerner, M.D., second from right, professor of medicine, and Edward J. Messina, Ph.D. '73, third from left, professor of physiology who each marked the 50 year milestone. The golden honorees were joined by, from left: Francis L. Belloni, Ph.D., dean of the Graduate School of Basic Medical Science; Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, Robert W. Amler, M.D., M.B.A., dean of the School of Health Sciences and Practice and vice president for government affairs; and D. Douglas Miller, M.D., C.M., M.B.A., dean of the School of Medicine.
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Jeffrey Aston, School of Medicine Class of 2017, Completes Prestigious AOA Fellowship
 When Jeffrey Aston, School of Medicine Class of 2017, departs for his six-year residency in integrated plastic surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona not long after this week's Commencement Ceremony, it will be the next leg of a journey that has taken him far and wide, but has never strayed from a very clear end goal: to become a plastic surgeon.
Along the way, Aston has been treated to plenty of hard work, insights and experiences he will forever treasure and well-deserved recognition. In 2016, he was awarded a prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Carolyn L. Kuckein Student Research Fellowship for research he performed at Johns Hopkins University investigating a novel approach to tissue expander breast reconstruction using acellular dermal matrix. The award is named for Carolyn L. Kuckein, a long-time administrator of AOA and an honorary member who died in 2004. Read more...
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Four SHSP Students Graduate from the Westchester Institute for Human Development LEND Program
 Four NYMC students from the School of Health Sciences and Practice graduated from the Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD) Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (LEND) program on May 11. LEND is an interdisciplinary leadership training program, funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau of the federal government at 52 universities around the country. The LEND Program at WIHD prepares health and education professions graduate students, and family members of people with disabilities, for leadership roles working with and on behalf of children with disabilities and their families. MegAnn McGinnis, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Surbhi Arora, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Amanda Apa, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017, and Jennifer Sparano, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017, were among the 27 LEND Graduates.
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NYMC Observes World Hypertension Day
 New York Medical College observed World Hypertension Day on May 17 with free blood pressure screenings sponsored by MKM Ventures, a client of BioInc@NYMC, and Digitouch Health. Fifty-five people were screened. The day was initiated in 2005 to increase the awareness of hypertension.
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 Amy Ansehl, M.S.N., D.N.P., FNP- BC, center, assistant dean, associate professor and executive director of the Partnership for a Healthy Population, was honored at the VNSW Foundation, Inc., Spring Benefit Gala on May 10 at the Willow Ridge Country Club in Harrison, N.Y. Dr. Ansehl, chair of the Westchester Visiting Nurse Services (VNS) Group, Inc. Board, which serves the Bronx, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland and Westchester counties, received the VNSW Foundation's Community Leadership Award for her service to the non-profit home healthcare agency over the past several years and her role in advancing numerous public health initiatives through strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations, public health departments and government agencies. Dr. Ansehl was joined by, from left: Timothy Leddy, VNS Westchester president and chief executive officer; Michael Gargiulo, event master of Ceremonies and anchor, NBC 4NY; Mary Gadomski, VNS Westchester's director of business development and community relations; Congresswoman Nita M. Lowey, who received the VNS Distinguished Service Award; Westchester County Health Commissioner Sherlita Amler, M.D., M.P.H., clinical associate professor of pediatrics and adjunct professor of epidemiology and community health; and Robert W. Amler, M.D., M.B.A., dean of the School of Health Sciences and Practice and vice president for government affairs.
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Basil S. Hilaris, M.D., professor emeritus of radiation medicine, was named a fellow of the inaugural Class of the American Brachytherapy Society (ABS) Fellows at the ABS annual meeting, held April 20 - 22 in Boston. The designation bestowed by the ABS is a tribute to individuals' contributions and accomplishments in the field of brachytherapy.
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Yvonne S. Thornton, M.D., M.P.H., clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology, was awarded the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Virginia Kneeland Frantz '22 Distinguished Women in Medicine Award from her alma mater. She was honored for her career achievements at the Dean's Day Luncheon on May 12 in New York City.
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| IN THE NEWS |
New York Medical College Leadership News
National Post - 5/18/2017
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer
Newscaf - 5/18/2017
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer
New York Medical College News
Westchester Business Journal - 5/19/2017
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer
Dr. Mark Hasten, chairman of the Board of Trustees
Alan Kadish, M.D., president
The Daily Voice (all editions) 5/18/2017
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer
The Examiner - 5/15/2017
Faculty News
USA Today - 5/6/2017
Mitchell S. Cairo, M.D., professor of pediatrics, medicine, pathology, microbiology and immunology, and cell biology and anatomy
WebMD - 5/15/2017
Matthew Lorber, M.D., M.P.A., clinical assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
Westchester Magazine - May 2017
Frank Medici, M.D., former clinical professor of pediatrics
J. Anthony SanFilippo, M.D., professor of surgery and associate professor of pediatrics
The Movie Reactor - 5/13/2017
Rifat Latifi, M.D., professor of surgery
Psychiatry Advisor - 5/12/2017
Ami S. Baxi M.D., instructor of psychiatry & behavioral sciences
MD News - 5/12/2017
Kira A. Geraci-Ciardullo, M.D., M.P.H., adjunct assistant professor of pediatrics
Andrew W. Grose, M.D., assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery
Howard J. Luks, M.D., assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery
Daniel Zelazny, M.D., assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery
Jeremy Mangion, M.D., instructor of orthopaedic surgery
John Galeno, M.D., assistant professor of clinical orthopaedic surgery
David E. Asprinio, M.D., professor of clinical orthopaedic surgery and chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Richard Magill, M.D., assistant professor of orthopaedic surgery
Damon DelBello, M.D., assistant professor of clinical orthopaedic surgery
Alumni News
LI Hearld - 5/18/2017
Evan Zahn, M.D. '86
Affiliate News
HVNN.com - 5/16/2017
Susan W. Fox, Ph.D., associate professor of health policy and management and director of the Center on Disability and Health
MegAnn McGinnis, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Surbhi Arora, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Amanda Apa, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017, and Jennifer Sparano, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017
Patch.com - 5/16/2017
Susan W. Fox, Ph.D., associate professor of health policy and management and director of the Center on Disability and Health
MegAnn McGinnis, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Surbhi Arora, M.P.H. student in behavioral sciences and health promotion, Amanda Apa, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017, and Jennifer Sparano, M.S. in speech-language pathology Class of 2017
MD News - 5/12/2017
Westchester Medical Center
Phelps Memorial Hospital Center Calvary Hospital
Julio A. Panza, M.D., professor of medicine
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Monday, May 22
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Department of Physical Therapy Recognition Ceremony
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3:30 p.m.
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| Department of Speech-Language Pathology Ceremony |
3:30 p.m.
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SHSP Dean's Awards Reception
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5:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, May 23
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| GSBMS Hooding and Awards Ceremony |
11:00 a.m.
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SOM Hooding and Awards Ceremony
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2:00 p.m.
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Wednesday, May 24
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Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds
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8:00 a.m.
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Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology Grand Rounds
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8:00 a.m.
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Department of Surgery Grand Rounds
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8:30 a.m.
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Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease Grand Rounds
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9:00 a.m.
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Department of Medicine, Division of Internal Medicine Grand Rounds
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12:00 p.m.
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158th Commencement Ceremony
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5:00 p.m.
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Touro M.S. in Biology Education Information Session
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