Week of February 5, 2024

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NEWS

Center for Disaster Medicine tra

CDM Provides Hands-On Training for First Responders


The Center for Disaster Medicine conducted three days of training for first responders from throughout the Hudson Valley, Upstate New York, and Connecticut, from January 22 to 24. During the training, the Center taught a Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC) course, where first responders learned how to treat trauma victims under austere conditions and a Rescue Task Force (RTF) course, which taught how law enforcement officers and pre-hospital care providers can operate as a team. Utilizing the concepts and principles of TECC and RTF, the first responders learned basic bleeding control, airway management, and victim evacuation techniques.

Students in a library looking at artifacts

Medical History Archive Series Debuts


The Medistorian Society and Nicholas Webb, M.S.I.S., archivist and digital preservation librarian, organized The Archives Vol. 1: The Medley, the first installment of showcasing historical artifacts the College has collected for decades, on January 26.


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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 Preparation of Resident and Non-Faculty Instructors.

 

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NYMC and TU to Host “Ninety Minutes: The Medical Magazine of the Web”


NYMC and TU presented, “Ninety Minutes: The Medical Magazine of the Web,” on February 1, where faculty experts discussed RSV vaccines; prescriptions from online companies; the diagnosis of small foci of ductal-carcinoma-in-situ of the breast; sleep issues and CPAP machines. The event was hosted by Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer of NYMC, and was followed by a Q&A session moderated by Alan Kadish, M.D., president of NYMC and TU.


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Commencement maroon cap and tassel

165th Commencement Schedule


Commencement is one of the most memorable celebratory milestones. As the long-standing NYMC tradition is fast approaching, important information about ceremonies is now available.


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IN THE COMMUNITY

Three students with boxes filled with food

NYMC Starts the Year Giving Back with Food Donations


During the season of giving, the Food Insecurity Medical Outreach (FIMO) club started off the new year with a successful food drive. Multiple boxes loaded with canned goods, healthy cereals and other non-perishable food items were collected during their Winter Food Drive in January. The collections were donated to the Mount Kisco Interfaith Food Pantry, an organization that has served nearly 100,000 people during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to provide food every week for the Westchester community. "FIMO is incredibly grateful to the members of the NYMC community who generously contributed to the Winter Food Drive. Everyone’s thoughtful donations have provided essential nourishment during the colder months and reflect the true spirit of our community. Thank you for making a meaningful difference and continuing to create positive change. The food we collected is a testament to the generosity and compassion that define the NYMC community," said Yael Weitzner, left, SOM Class of 2026, president of FIMO.

Female student getting her blood drawn

NYMC Makes a Life-Saving Impact with January Blood Drive


The NYMC community turned out on January 29 for the first blood drive of 2024. The College potentially saved up to 127 lives through blood donations. Organized by the Donate Life Club, the drive collected 49 pints of blood in the Medical Education Center lobby"We appreciate everyone who took the time to come donate. Your actions have the potential to directly save an individual's life." said Sahdev Baweja, SOM Class of 2026, Donate Life Club co-president. This academic year, 423 lives have been potentially saved through the College's blood drives.

NYMC SCAVENGER HUNT

Fish footman

Find the footman on campus and win an NYMC t-shirt! Put your detective skills to the test using the clues on social media.


Contact the Office of Public Relations at public_relations@nymc.edu to claim your prize.

Pan African flag

February is Black History Month. Test your knowledge on NYMC’s proud history of diversity and inclusion on Instagram

ACCOLADE

Padmini Murthy with Loyce Pace

Padmini Murthy, M.D., M.P.H., M.S., FAMWA, FRSPH, left, professor of health policy and management in the Department of Public Health and director of global health, participated in the World Health Organization (WHO) 154th Executive Board (EB) meeting in Geneva on January 22-27. The WHO EB advises and facilitates the work of the World Health Assembly, WHO's decision-making body. She presented a statement on gender equality and universal health coverage. Dr. Murthy is pictured with Loyce Pace, M.P.H., assistant secretary for global affairs in the Department of Health and Human Services.

POLICIES

Updates



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From the School of Medicine, February 1, 2024


Updates


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From the Office of General Counsel, January 31, 2024

NEW HIRES

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


  • Carlos H. Alarcon, Assistant Superintendent, Student Housing
  • Joseph T. Czuchan, Public Safety Officer, Office of Public Safety
  • Sabrina Desantis, M.S., Administrator, Department of Environmental Health and Safety
  • Yujing Ma, M.A., Associate Administrator, Office of Student Affairs 


Congratulations to our employees on their new appointments:


  • Logan Infantino, Accountant III, Restricted Funds
  • Jane M. Ponterio, M.D. ’81, Dean of Students, Office of Student Affairs 


From the Office of Human Resources, January 30, 2024

HIGHLIGHTS

2024 HeLa Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Conference: Addressing Health Disparities in the Age of AI



Thursday, February 29, 2024

2:00 p.m. • Nevins Auditorium, MEC


Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion for scholarly discussions surrounding the rising impact of the use of Artificial Intelligence in the practice of health care and the ramifications on already existing health disparities facing our society today.


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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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SOM Seeks MMI Interviewers

 

The SOM Office of Admissions is seeking interviewers for the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) 2023-24 interview season.

EVENTS ON THE NYMC CALENDAR

DATE 

TIME

EVENT

Monday, February 5

12:00 p.m.

SOM Seminar


12:15 p.m.

SOM Research Seminar


5:30 p.m.

Staff and Faculty Yoga

Tuesday, February 6

12:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Lunchtime Meditation


5:00 p.m.

GSBMS Information Session

Wednesday, February 7

8:00 a.m.

Department of Pediatrics GrandRounds


2:00 p.m.

SOM Seminar


5:00 p.m.

GSBMS Information Session

Thursday, February 8

5:30 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Student Yoga Class

Sunday, February 11

4:00 p.m.

Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness Self-Defense Course

Add an event to the NYMC calendar here.

Visit nymc.edu/calendar to view all events.

IN THE NEWS

Leadership News

I’m a nobody in higher ed leadership—but I still believe I know what’s right

University Business - 1/16/24

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

Touro University Announces New AI Initiative With Appointment Of The Nation’s First Associate Provost For AI

The Five Towns Jewish Times - 1/30/24

Alan Kadish, M.D., president of NYMC and TU

Faculty News

The best skin care products to use if you’re on Accutane, according to experts

NBC News - 1/26/24

Shoshana Marmon, M.D., Ph.D., clinical assistant professor of dermatology


The Best Humidifiers For Baby And Their Siblings This Cold Season

Forbes - 1/31/24

Allen J. Dozor, M.D., professor of pediatrics and of clinical public health

The Best Humidifiers For Baby And Their Siblings This Cold Season

Forbes - 1/31/24

Allen J. Dozor, M.D., professor of pediatrics and of clinical public health

 

Weight loss medication shortage creates market for bogus drugs

Fox Business - 2/1/24

Jamie A. Mullally, M.D., clinical assistant professor of medicine

 

American Heart Month: Yonkers woman grateful her sneaky symptoms were identified in time

CBS News - 2/1/24

Julio A. Panza, M.D., professor of medicine and chief of the Division of Cardiology

Affiliate News

WMCHealth to Lead Statewide Association of Regional Perinatal Programs

The Patch - 1/31/24

Angela Silber, M.D., clinical associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology

Edmund F. La Gamma, M.D., professor of pediatrics and biochemistry and molecular biology 

Heather L. Brumberg, M.D., M.P.H., professor of pediatrics

Shetal I. Shah, M.D., professor of pediatrics 

Sean S. Tedjarati, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., chair and clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology

WMCHealth to Lead Statewide Association of Regional Perinatal Programs

The Patch - 1/31/24

Angela Silber, M.D., clinical associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology

Edmund F. La Gamma, M.D., professor of pediatrics and biochemistry and molecular biology 

Heather L. Brumberg, M.D., M.P.H., professor of pediatrics

Shetal I. Shah, M.D., professor of pediatrics 

Sean S. Tedjarati, M.D., M.P.H., M.B.A., chair and clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology

Alumni News

First Female President Appointed at White Plains Hospital

The Examiner News - 1/28/24

Claudia Felberg, M.D. ’91



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