Week of April 1, 2024

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NEWS

Days of Giving Raises $331,271 for Student Scholarships 


The NYMC community rose to the occasion for the seventh annual Days of Giving on March 26 and 27 and raised $331,271 for student scholarships. We received 255 gifts from 244 donors hailing from 25 states, along with matching gifts from a generous group of donors that will impact the lives of students in the SOM, SHSP, and GSBMS. "It's truly an honor to be part of this team and contribute to our program's mission of giving back," said Sunita Kumawat, an M.P.H. candidate and Days of Giving ambassador. Donations for Days of Giving may still be made to support student scholarships.

NYMC Hosts TB in the Hudson Valley Symposium


In recognition of World Tuberculosis Day, NYMC hosted the symposium “TB in the Hudson Valley” on March 25, in partnership with WMC and the Westchester County Department of Health.


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NYMC Celebrates Golf Simulator Grand Opening


Get ready to tee off. The NYMC community gathered to mark the grand opening of the golf simulator located on the lower level of 19 Skyline Drive on March 25. 


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LCME Element of the Week 

 

In preparation for the SOM's April 2024 LCME accreditation visit, in the upcoming weeks, we will be featuring the most-cited elements, based on recent data from the LCME and how this is addressed at NYMC. This week's element is Learning Environment/Professionalism.

 

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FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

From Classical Music to Hi-Tech Apps, Eric L. Altschuler, M.D., Ph.D., Shares His Passion for Neuroscience and Rehabilitation Medicine


A physician, professor, and inspiring figure in the field of neuroscience, the commitment of Eric L. Altschuler, M.D., Ph.D., clinical associate professor of rehabilitation medicine, to positive change reflects in his belief that integrity and compassion are essential in all aspects of life, especially in the medical profession.


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ACCOLADE

In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, Padmini Murthy, M.D., M.P.H., M.S., FAMWA, FRSPH, professor of public health and director of global health, was honored with the Global Health Care Leader of the Decade Award. This award was presented by the International Association of Top Professionals in recognition of her work in promoting women's health globally.

TIP OF THE WEEK

Stacked board games

The Phillip Capozzi, M.D., Library has a new collection of board games, available for students to borrow for up to three days. Whether you're looking to relieve stress, take a break from your studies, compete with friends, or challenge your skills, there's a game waiting for you.

POLICIES

Update



From the Office of General Counsel, March 26, 2024

NEW HIRES

For the month of March, NYMC welcomes our new employees:


  • Gloria Gjelaj, Administrator, Department of Surgery
  • Azza M. Mohamed, M.S., Clinical Research Associate, Department of Pediatrics
  • Taofeek A. Olowookere, M.S., Clinical Research Project Manager, Clinical Trials Unit


Congratulations to our employees on their new appointments:

 

  • Stacey J. Bayer, Assistant Manager, Data Analytics and Integrity, Office of Human Resources 


From the Office of Human Resources, March 28, 2024

HIGHLIGHTS

NYMC's 165th Commencement

 

SHSP Commencement Ceremony

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase 

Tuesday, May 21, p.m., 10:15 a.m.


SOM Commencement Ceremony

The Performing Arts Center at Purchase 

Tuesday, May 21, p.m., 2:00 p.m.


GSBMS Commencement Ceremony 

NYMC Campus

Thursday, May 23, p.m., 2:00 p.m.

NYMC Annual Golf Tournament and Reception


Monday, June 17, 2024 • 10:00 a.m.

Saint Andrew's Golf Club

Hastings-on-Hudson, New York


Sponsored by the NYMC Board of Advisors, the annual golf tournament is a fundraiser to benefit student scholarships and other initiatives at NYMC.


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EVENTS ON THE NYMC CALENDAR

DATE 

TIME

EVENT

Tuesday, April 2

12:00 p.m.

Medical Eduation Grand Rounds


12:15 p.m.

Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds


2:00 p.m.

Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy Seminar


5:30 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Don't Go Down the Rabbit Hole: Fostering Resilience | Part IV: Self-Compassion for Health Care Professional


6:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Meditation

Wednesday, April 3

8:00 a.m.

Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds


12:00 p.m.

Department of Medicine Grand Rounds


5:00 p.m.

Phillip Capozzi, M.D., Library The Podium and Beyond: Mastering Public Speaking

Thursday, April 4

5:30 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Yoga

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Visit nymc.edu/calendar to view all events.

IN THE NEWS

Leadership News

‘Tuberculosis still exists’: 35 Westchester residents confirmed with TB last year

News 12 Hudson Valley - 3/26/24

Neil Schluger, M.D., SOM dean


Faculty News

Westchester County Observes World Tuberculosis Day March 24

Westchester County - 3/24/24

Sherlita Amler, M.D., M.S., adjunct professor of public health and clinical associate professor of pediatrics


Renowned Physician Dr. Stephen Carolan Initiates Distinguished Scholarship Empowering Medical Scholars Dedicated to Advancing Women’s Health

Business Insider - 3/26/24

Stephen F. Carolan, M.D., clinical assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology



The Erosion of Physician Autonomy 

Becker’s Physician Leadership

3/26/24

Cary S. Passik, M.D., clinical assistant professor of surgery

Brain Fog Is Booming—Can We Stop It?

GQ - 3/27/24

Stephen J. Ferrando, M.D., Har Esh Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

 

12 Best Feminine Washes, According to Gynecologists

Cosmopolitan - 3/27/24

Alyssa Dweck, M.D., adjunct assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology

Alumni News

‘That Women Will Have the Same Opportunities as Men’

The Good Men Project - 3/24/24

Emily Howard Jennings Stowe, M.D. 1867

Jane Cooke Wright: A Trailblazer in Chemotherapy Research

Lab Roots - 3/28/24

Jane Cooke Wright, M.D. ’45, former associate dean of NYMC

NYMC News

NYMC Match Day

Westfair Business Journal - 3/25/24

Thomas Gagliardi, SOM Class of 2024

Katherine Lo, SOM Class of 2024 and president of the SOM Student Senate

Neil Schluger, M.D., SOM dean

Mill Etienne, M.D. ’02, M.P.H., vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion and associate dean for student affairs

Susan Rachlin, M.D., senior associate dean for student affairs

Match Day Marks Another Milestone for New York Medical College Class of 2024

River Journal - 3/24/24

Thomas Gagliardi, SOM Class of 2024

Katherine Lo, SOM Class of 2024 and president of the SOM Student Senate

Joseph Conti, SOM Class of 2024

Neil Schluger, M.D., SOM dean

Mill Etienne, M.D. ’02, M.P.H., vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion and associate dean for student affairs

Susan Rachlin, M.D., senior associate dean for student affairs



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