John Phillips, M.D., FACS, to Lead Department of Urology
John Phillips, M.D., FACS, has been named chair of the Department of Urology NYMC SOM and director of the Department of Urology at Westchester Medical Center.
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NYMC Highlights the Powerful Intersection of Holocaust Remembrance and Black History
NYMC commemorated International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Black History Month with a presentation, “The Segregated U.S. Military and Liberation of a Concentration Camp,” on January 28.
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Joel Kupersmith, M.D. ’64, Presents Inaugural Lecture on Virtual Care and Health Ethics
Joel Kupersmith, M.D. ’64, second from right, professor emeritus of medicine at Georgetown University Medical Center, delivered the inaugural Drs. Joel and Judith R.F. Kupersmith Endowed Lectureship in Health Policy and Ethics on January 28 in Cooke Auditorium. He presented the lecture titled “Virtual Care and the Future of Medicine.” His presentation explored the evolution, uses, economics, outcomes, and ethical challenges of virtual care, telehealth, and remote patient monitoring, which have become integral to American medicine, particularly since the COVID-19 pandemic. The questions-and-answer session was hosted by Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., left, chancellor and chief executive officer. The event was made possible by the generous endowment of Dr. Kupersmith and Judith Friedman Kupersmith, M.D. ’69, second from left, and the lecture series aims to provide valuable insights into pressing topics in health ethics and policy.
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Study Exposes Stark Health Disparities in Sickle Cell Disease Outcomes Tied to Social Vulnerability
A new study led by NYMC internal medicine resident Jia Yi Tan, M.D., and published in JAMA Network Open reveals that patients facing the highest social vulnerabilities experience the most profound health impacts from sickle cell disease.
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Shaping the Future of EMS: Advancing Quality and Care Nationwide Public Health
With more than 20 years of EMS experience, Emily Kaplan, Dr.P.H. ’21, M.P.A., EMTP, assistant director for the Center for Disaster Medicine and assistant professor of public health, demonstrates a deep commitment to improving the system far beyond the immediate care of a patient.
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HeLa Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference 2025
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 • 1:00 p.m.
Medical Education Center
NYMC Office of Diversity and Inclusion and WMCHealth host the 2025 HeLa: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference and Symposium. This year's theme is “Advancing Access and Equity: Moving from Awareness to Action,” as distinguished speakers present on topics of health care accessibility, maternal-fetal medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology care, while considering the historical lens of present inequities and community impacts. Speakers will address and applaud progress while detailing what still must be done to bridge present gaps.
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NYMC Goes Red for National Heart Month
Monday, February 10, 2025 • 12:15 p.m.
Willner Lobby, Medical Education Center
Wear red to show your support for National Heart Month by joining the NYMC community for a group photo.
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How 1 man built the largest high school medical education program
Becker’s Hospital Review - 1/21/25
Richard Evans, M.D., clinical assistant professor of urology
11 best lip masks for soft, hydrated lips, according to dermatologists and our editors
CNN - 1/22/25
Shoshana Marmon, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of dermatology
Rapid Medical’s Tigertriever to Be Studied for Cognitive Benefits in Treatment of Ischemic Stroke
Endovascular Today - 1/29/25
Fawaz Al-Mufti, M.D., associate professor of neurology, neurosurgery and of radiology and associate chair of neurology for research
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Karen Telleen-Lawton: Fires and Fragility
Noozhawk - 1/28/25
Kartik Prabhakaran, M.D., professor and vice chair of research in the Department of Surgery
WMCHealth and New York Medical College name new head of Urology
Patch - 1/28/25
John Phillips, M.D., FACS, professor and chair of the Department of Urology
Neil W. Schluger, M.D., SOM dean and professor of medicine
Doctors and officials continue to warn about bitter, cold temps
News 12 Hudson Valley - 1/21/25
Mark A. Papish, M.D., assistant professor of emergency medicine
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10 dentists making headlines
Becker’s Dental + DSO Review - 1/21/25
Joseph Parkinson, D.D.S., MPA, FAGD, TCDM executive assistant dean
NJ kids' teeth are rotting more than the national average. Here's why
The Daily Journal - 1/23/25
Ronnie Meyers, D.D.S., TCDM dean and professor of dental medicine
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With cutting-edge digital tools and a new research clinic, leading Jewishdental school doubles in size
Jewish Telegraphic Agency - 1/27/25
Aliza Gettenberg, TCDM Class of 2026
Uriel Waldman, TCDM Class of 2025
Ronnie Meyers, D.D.S., TCDM dean and professor of dental medicine
David Katz, D.D.S., FAGD, FACD, vice dean for clinical affairs, director of Halachic Dentistry, and associate professor of dental medicine
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