NYMC Celebrates Founders, Raises Funds for Student Scholarship
Honorary Doctor of Science Degrees Awarded to Regeneron Founders at Gala
New York Medical College (NYMC) hosted its Founder's Dinner at the Surf Club on The Sound in New Rochelle, New York, on the evening of September 18. More than 325 College supporters gathered for a festive evening to celebrate NYMC's proud history and promising future, honor distinguished community leaders and alumni for their impactful achievements and raised $400,000 for student scholarship.
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HSL Hosts Images of Nursing History Presentation
The Health Sciences Library (HSL) hosted a special presentation, "Images of Nursing History," on September 18, with keynote speaker Sandra Lewenson, Ed.D., RN, FAAN, far left, professor of nursing, Lienhard School of Nursing, College of Health Professions, Pace University. An expert on the history of nursing and its relevance to modern nursing practice, Dr. Lewenson presented "Nurse Clinician at the Bedside: The Ideas of Frances Reiter, 1940s-1970s." Frances U. Reiter, D.Ed., M.A., served as dean of the Flower-Fifth Avenue School of Nursing, later known as the Graduate School of Nursing, from 1960 to 1970. Dean Frances Reiter coined the term "nurse-clinician" and was one of the first nurses to become a researcher. She advocated the need for advanced preparation for nurse clinicians and was groundbreaking in her views on interdisciplinary education.
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Ercument Dirice, Ph.D.,
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
Ercument Dirice, Ph.D., joined New York Medical College (NYMC) last April as assistant professor of pharmacology-bringing his groundbreaking diabetes research program to NYMC. Recently, Dr. Dirice's research gained international recognition when his study on how the robust proliferation of beta cells may reshape the immune system and ultimately increase resistance to type 1 diabetes was published in Nature Metabolism. Read the full article on Dr. Dirice.
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Robert W. Amler, M.D., M.B.A., right, dean of the School of Health Sciences and Practice and vice president for government affairs, gave introductory historical remarks to the Jewish War Veterans of the USA, Post 191, at The Hebrew Institute in White Plains, New York, on September 8. Following his remarks, his father, Melvin H. Amler, M.S., D.D.S., FACD, center, a World War II veteran, read excerpts from Midnight on Mindanao, a published remembrance of his wartime service as a dental officer in the Philippines and post-war service during the occupation of Japan. They were joined by Sheldon Malev, M.A., professor of psychology at Westchester Community College.
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Adam E. Block, Ph.D., assistant professor of public health in the Division of Health Policy and Management, was a guest speaker at the Hudson Valley Access to Care Coalition Meeting on September 19, at 19 Skyline Drive. He presented "Medicare for All? And Other Federal Legislative Agenda Items in 2020."
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Keosha T. Bond, Ed.D., M.P.H., CHES, assistant professor of public health, was selected to participate in the Adolescent Medicine Trials Network for HIV/AIDS Interventions (ATN) Diversity Scholar's Program, a 24-36 month youth-focused HIV research career development and mentor program. The program is designed to provide scholars with experience conducting youth-focused HIV research and help them acquire the skills and tools to develop and sustain productive, rewarding research careers, successfully compete for independent research grants and advance through academic ranks. The ATN research program aims to defeat the rising HIV epidemic among adolescents and young adults in the United States.
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Padmini Murthy, M.D., M.P.H., M.S., FAMWA, FRSPH, professor in the Division of Health Policy and Management and global health director, was elected vice chair of the NGO Committee of Department of Global Communications to the United Nations and secretary general of the Medical Women's International Association. Dr. Murthy also received an award from the Medical Women's Association of Nigeria at their Biennial Conference in Asaba, Delta State, Nigeria, on September 12-15. The award recognized her for being a champion of women's health issues and gender equity globally.
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Mitchell S. Cairo, M.D., professor of pediatrics, division of pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplantation, and professor of medicine, pathology, microbiology and immunology, and cell biology and anatomy, received a four-year award totaling $1.7 million from the Food and Drug Administration for "CMV, ADV and EBV Viral Cytotoxic T-Lymphocytes Generated by a Novel Cytokine Capture System in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults with Refractory Viral Infection and T-Cell Immunodeficiency."
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The original Metropolitan Hospital building still exists on Roosevelt Island?
The large stone octagonal structure with a domed mansard roof was restored in 2007 as the center of a luxury rental apartment complex known as "The Octagon." It was designed in 1834 by Alexander Jackson Davis, a preeminent architect of the era. Originally a psychiatric asylum, the building became Metropolitan Hospital at the end of the 19th century. Patients, physicians and medical students reached the facility by ferry across the East River.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
11:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m.
19 Skyline Drive, Ground Floor Lobby
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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Alumni House
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Wednesday, September 25, 2019
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Medical Education Center, Willner Lobby
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Monday, October 7, 2019
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
7 Dana Road, Classroom 217
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Tuesday, October 8, 2019
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Outside of
Medical Education Center
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EVENTS ON THE NYMC CALENDAR
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Tuesday, September 24
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11:30 a.m.
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NYMC Wears Gold |
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12:00 p.m. |
Welcome and Appreciation Reception |
Wednesday, September 25
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8:30 a.m.
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Department of Surgery Grand Rounds
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12:00 p.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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Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Seminar
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4:00 p.m. |
26th Annual Faculty Author Celebration
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Thursday, September 26
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12:00 p.m.
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Department of Surgery Seminar
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Monday, September 30
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Rosh Hashanah
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Tuesday, October 1
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Rosh Hashanah
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Wednesday, October 2
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8:30 a.m.
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Department of Surgery Grand Rounds
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2:00 p.m. |
Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy Seminar |
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4:45 p.m. |
Center for Long-Term Care Webinar Seminar |
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Faculty News
Psych Congress 2019: Clinical Practice Will Meet the Headlines in San Diego
Physician's Weekly - 9/19/2019
Leslie L. Citrome, M.D., M.P.H., clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
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Yahoo Finance - 9/11/2019
Adam E. Block, Ph.D., assistant professor of public health in the Division of Health Policy and Management
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SCAI SHOCK to focus on diagnosis, treatment, systems issues in cardiogenic shock
Healio - 9/6/2019
Srihari S. Naidu, M.D., professor of medicine
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9 Reasons You Should Never Ignore a Swollen Uvula, According to Doctors
Prevention - 9/5/2019
Craig H. Zalvan, M.D., clinical professor of otolaryngology
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Sports Round-Up Sept. 7
The Tablet - 9/3/2019
Mitchell S. Cairo, M.D., professor of pediatrics, division of pediatric hematology, oncology and stem cell transplantation, and professor of medicine, pathology, microbiology and immunology, and cell biology and anatomy
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A Smart Start
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Rebekka J. Levis, D.O., assistant professor of pediatrics
Abraham S. Bartell, M.D., M.B.A., clinical associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
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#TeamWMCHealth Will Go the Distance in 2019 New York City Marathon
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Elizabeth Tilley, Ph.D., instructor of surgery
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Behavioral Healthcare for All
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Barbara Gannon, M.D., clinical assistant professor of pediatrics
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WMCHealth Heart and Vascular Institute
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Julio A. Panza, M.D., professor of medicine
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Advanced Imaging Center
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Zvi Lefkovitz, M.D., chair of the Department of Radiology and professor of radiology
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Ambulatory Surgery Center
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Rifat Latifi, M.D., chair of the Department of Surgery and professor of surgery
Edward Lebovics, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Medicine and professor of medicine
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Two Lives at Stake
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Ramin Malekan, M.D., assistant professor of surgery
Tanya Dutta, M.D., M.A., clinical assistant professor of medicine and assistant professor of radiology
Boriana Parvez, M.D., associate professor of pediatrics
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Our Little Diva
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Elizabeth G. Zellner, M.D., assistant professor of surgery
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20 Things You Need to Know About Breast Cancer
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Christine M. Pellegrino, M.D., clinical assistant professor of medicine
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Just the Facts: How do I ensure my baby is sleeping safely?
Advancing Care in the Hudson Valley - September 2019
Jennifer F. Canter, M.D., M.P.H., professor of pediatrics
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Employee News
The Chronicle of Higher Education - 9/11/2019
Lisa Tronzano, director of human resources
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Affiliate News
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Health Technology Net - 9/4/2019
Sapience
Therapeutics
Inc., a client of BioInc@NYMC
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MD News - August/September 2019
Westchester Medical Center
Edward Lebovics, M.D., professor and interim chair of the Department of Medicine and the Sarah C. Upham Professor of Gastroenterology
Thomas Diflo, M.D., professor of surgery
Peter J. Panzica, M.D., chair and associate professor of anesthesiology
Rifat Latifi, M.D., chair and professor of the Department of Surgery
Julio A. Panza, M.D., professor of medicine
Zvi Lefkovitz, M.D., chair and professor of the Department of Radiology
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