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Week of April 7, 2025

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NEWS

Ivor S. Douglas, M.D., to Lead Department of Medicine


Ivor S. Douglas, M.D., has been appointed the Barbara and William Rosenthal Chair of the Department of Medicine at NYMC and director of the Department of Medicine at Westchester Medical Center.


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NYMedTalks Highlights Unique Medical Careers for First-year Medical Students


First-year medical students heard firsthand from medical professionals who have taken their careers beyond traditional clinical roles during the 11th annual NYMedTalks on April 4.


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Exploring Vision Restoration at the Neighborhood Science Seminar


On March 31, José-Alain Sahel, M.D., center, distinguished professor and chair of ophthalmology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, delivered a compelling keynote on the Regeneron campus on breakthroughs in vision restoration at the Neighborhood Science Seminar. Dr. Sahel shared cutting-edge research on rescuing degenerating retinal cells in genetic disorders and reactivating visual circuits after photoreceptor cell loss. His insights into translational approaches to neuroprotection and vision restoration captivated attendees, highlighting the future of innovative treatments for retinal degenerations. The event was moderated by Salomon Amar, D.D.S., Ph.D., right, vice president for research and professor of pharmacology and of pathology, microbiology and immunology, and senior vice president for research affairs at Touro University; and Brian Zambrowicz, Ph.D., left, executive vice president, functional genomics and chief, VelociGene® operations at Regeneron.

NYMC Goes Blue for Autism Awareness Month


The NYMC community came together with Paul Morris, assistant in the Office of Human Resources, and the Office of Human Resources to show their support for Autism Awareness Month.

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Unraveling the Spread of Candida auris


A recent study published in Microbiology Spectrum by researchers at NYMC, including Vishnu Chaturvedi, Ph.D., professor of pathology, microbiology, and immunology, uncovered surprising connections between the initial spread of the pathogen, international travel, and local health care networks, adding an extra dimension to understanding how drug-resistant bugs spread around the globe.


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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT

Atara Schulhof Seeks Holistic Health Care Beyond the Scale


From an early age, Atara Schulhof, SOM Class of 2027, was driven by an insatiable curiosity about the world—especially the human body.


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ACCOLADE

Paul Morris, assistant in the Office of Human Resources, joined Robert Trobliger, Ph.D., director of clinical neuropsychology at the Northeast Regional Epilepsy Group, as presenters at the Autism Awareness event held on March 31. The event was sponsored by the Division of Student Accommodations and Accessibility in the Office of Academic Excellence, the Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness, and the Student Advocacy Network for Disability Inclusion.

April 6-12 marks National Library Week, a fitting time to reflect on the rich history of the Phillip Capozzi, M.D., Library. Its origins date back to 1885, when a group of senior students formed a committee to secure funding and book donations for a permanent reference library at the College. Among them was Eugene H. Porter, M.D. 1885, who later served as New York State Commissioner of Health from 1905 to 1914.

TIP OF THE WEEK

As part of National Stress Awareness Month, the Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness shares tips to help manage stress. Everyone experiences stress and knows that it affects our physical body, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Stress is a normal reaction to an external situation or event, and a natural, justified response to pressure or demands. However, knowing this and addressing it are not the same. One of the reasons why we might not prioritize action to reduce stress is that it feels like there is not much we can do to change it. Even if that were true, allowing stress to go unchecked is dangerous. In fact, stress is one of the leading causes of poor mental health. Consider the usefulness of addressing it early, and with the intention to prevent further decline or escalation, such as burnout. Steps you can take to manage stress more effectively.

POLICY

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From the Office of General Counsel, April 2, 2025


HIGHLIGHTS

SOM Seeks MMI Interviewers

 

The SOM Office of Admissions is seeking interviewers for the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) 2025-26 interview season. The interview cycle runs from September through March and interviews are conducted on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday starting at noon. Please contact Jamie Zelig at Jamie_zelig@nymc.edu for more information about the process.

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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EVENTS ON THE NYMC CALENDAR

DATE 

TIME

EVENT

Monday, April 7

12:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Wellness Week: Snack Tabling


4:00 p.m.

GSBMS Information Sessions


5:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Wellness Week: Zumba


5:30 p.m.

SLP Class of 2026 White Coat Ceremony

Tuesday, April 8

2:00 p.m.

DrPH Student Research Presentation


5:30 p.m.

NYMC/WMC Neurology Alumni Reunion


6:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Meditation


8:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Wellness Week: Movie Night

Wednesday, April 9

8:00 a.m.

Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds


8:30 a.m.

Department of Surgery Grand Rounds


12:00 p.m.

GSBMS Information Sessions


12:00 p.m.

Department of Medicine Grand Rounds

Thursday, April 10

12:00 p.m.

Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds


4:00 p.m.

The Podium and Beyond: Mastering Public Speaking


5:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Wellness Week: Tie-Dye T-Shirt Activity


5:30 p.m.

D.P.T. Class of 2027 White Coat Ceremony


6:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Yoga

Friday, April 11

11:30 a.m.

Student Clinician Ceremony

Sunday, April 13

All day

Passover - College Closed

Monday, April 14

All day

Passover - College Closed

Add an event to the NYMC calendar here.

Visit nymc.edu/calendar to view all events.

IN THE NEWS

Leadership News

Physician Chosen to Lead Departments of Medicine at New York Medical College and Westchester Medical Center

River Journal - 4/2/25

Ivor S. Douglas, M.D., the Barbara and William Rosenthal Chair of the Department of Medicine, effective June

Touro’s New York Medical College Celebrates Match Day With 99% Placement Rate

Jewish Link - 4/3/25

Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and CEO

Sender Labkowsky, SOM Class of 2025

Avrohom Karp, SOM Class of 2025

Moshe Bulmash, SOM Class of 2025

Affiliate News

WMCHealth Critical Care nurses ranked among best in nation

Mid Hudson News - 4/1/25

Westchester Medical Center


TCDM News

Why Touro University is upskilling its dental faculty

Becker’s Dental + DSO Review - 4/2/25

Naren Rajan, D.M.D., assistant director of digital dentistry and clinical assistant professor of dental medicine



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