Class of 2027 D.P.T. Students Don White Coat for the First Time
Surrounded by proud families, friends, and faculty, the D.P.T. Class of 2027 commemorated the transition to their clinical journey during the D.P.T. White Coat Ceremony in the John W. Nevins, M.D. '44 Auditorium on April 10.
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36th Annual Graduate Student Research Forum Brings Together Researchers and Scholars
The 36th Annual Graduate Student Research Forum at the GSBMS brought together students, faculty, and researchers to celebrate groundbreaking research.
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NYMC/WMC Neurology Alumni Reconnect at AAN 2025 in San Diego
Alumni from near and far gathered at the NYMC/WMC Neurology Alumni Reception during the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) 2025 Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, to reconnect, network, and forge new collaborations.
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Study Highlights Clinician Perspectives on ESitter’s Role in Epilepsy Care
A novel electronic system may help clinicians remotely track patients in an epilepsy monitoring unit and prevent adverse events, according to research presented by Kelly Fisher, SOM Class of 2027, at the American Epilepsy Society annual meeting.
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Promoting Children's Environmental Health Center of the Hudson Valley at the White Plains Health Fair
Amy Ansehl, M.S.N., D.N.P., RN, FNP-BC, second from right, senior associate dean for student experience for SHSP, associate professor of public health, and director of applied practice experience and of community outreach and education for the Children's Environmental Health Center of the Hudson Valley (CEHCHV), and Hannah Steinthal, an M.D./M.P.H. candidate who is completing an area of concentration in environmental health, promoted the CEHCHV, and shared information about the New York State Children's Environmental Health Centers' Prescriptions for Prevention program, with Westchester County Executive Kenneth Jenkins, second from left, and White Plains faith-based and government leaders on April 12.
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Jesus Vasquez, M.S., M.P.H. '23, Finds His Way Back to NYMC
Jesus Vasquez, M.S., M.P.H. '23, a Dr.P.H. candidate, discusses his motivation for advancing his career at NYMC—including his growing passion for health policy, his desire to drive systemic change, and his long-term goal of launching his own public health consulting firm.
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Paul Morris, third from right, assistant in the Office of Human Resources, and his family were awarded a Caryn Schwartzman Spirit Award from the Autism Science Foundation (ASF) at their 12th annual Day of Learning event on April 9, at the New York Athletic Club. ASF is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and funding innovative autism research and the award is presented annually to family advocates who demonstrate energy and commitment to enhancing the lives of individuals with autism.
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Lori Solomon, M.D. ’99, M.P.H. ’09, chair and clinical associate professor of family and community medicine and director of the Family Health Center, presented “Heart Health is Whole Health” at the Third Annual Healthy Aging Educational Day for Seniors on April 2, at a senior center in Queens, New York. The event was hosted by Touro University in partnership with the Office of Adrianne Adams, speaker of the New York City Council.
| | Several members of the Department of Pharmacology participated in The New York Academy of Sciences Meeting, “Adipose Health and Obesogenic Memory,” in New York City on April 3. | | |
Danielle Diegisser, second from right, a graduate student in the laboratory of Victor G. Garcia, Ph.D. ’15, third from right, associate professor of pharmacology, presented a poster, "Elucidating GPR75’s Protective Role in Metabolism and Diet-Induced Obesity." Co-authors were: Julia Cappell, a volunteer from Columbia University in Dr. Garcia’s lab; Alexandra Wolf, Ph.D. candidate in Dr. Garcia’s lab; Michal Laniado Schwartzman, Ph.D., center, professor and chair of pharmacology, and Dr. Garcia.
Dorina Krasniqi, third from left, a graduate student in Dr. Schwartzman’s lab, presented a poster, "GPR75 Global and Adipocyte-Specific Deletion Protects Against Diet-Induced Obesity." Co-authors were: Elizabeth Villegas, left, research fellow in Dr. Schwartzman’s lab; Catherine Liapes, second from left, graduate student and laboratory assistant in Dr. Schwartzman’s lab; Nahid Sultana, Ph.D., postdoctoral fellow in Dr. Schwartzman’s; Ana Castro, right, volunteer from Columbia University in Dr. Schwartzman’s lab; Danielle Diegisser; Dr. Garcia; and Dr. Schwartzman.
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In recognition of Earth Day on April 22, the Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), encourages the campus community to take part in our ongoing separate collection and recycling initiatives.
Separate Collection and Recycling
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Printer Cartridges: Drop-off locations: Mail room at 15 Dana Road and 19 Skyline Drive
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Small Batteries: Drop-off in blue battery collection containers across campus.
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Ballasts, Fluorescent Lamps, Mercury-Containing Devices, Aerosol Cans: Contact EHS for pick-up: nymc_ehs@nymc.edu or (914) 594-4078
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Sneakers: ‘Sneaker Impact’ collection boxes available in student housing and the Dr. Edward F. and Mrs. Anna M. Asprinio Fitness Center at 19 Skyline Drive.
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Oral Care Products: Collection box available at the Dr. Edward F. and Mrs. Anna M. Asprinio Fitness Center at 19 Skyline Drive.
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Field Trip to Ellis Island for Private Hard Hat Tour
Sunday, April 27, 2025
10:30 a.m. Campus departure
Join Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer, for a private “behind-the-scenes” hard hat tour of Ellis Island Hospital. Located on Ellis Island are the ruins of a hospital complex, which during its busiest years, from 1902 to 1930, was part of a major public health program. Immigrants who were found to be ill upon arrival at Ellis Island and women in labor were hospitalized in what was, at the time, a state-of-the-art facility.
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NYMC Homecoming 2025
Sunday, May 18, 2025
Alumni Tent Opens: 10:30 a.m.
Brunch and Awards Ceremony: 11:00 a.m.
Guided Campus Tours: Throughout the afternoon
Reconnect and reminisce, as we cordially invite all alumni from our three schools to celebrate NYMC Homecoming2025 at our vibrant campus in Valhalla, NY.
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Four Common Skin and Hair Conditions that Develop in Menopause, According to Doctors
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