Center of Excellence in Precision Responses to Bioterrorism and Disasters Receives $1 Million in Funding
Elected officials gathered with NYMC and Touro College and University System (TCUS) leadership to announce $1,000,000 in increased funding for the Center of Excellence in Precision Responses to Bioterrorism and Disasters within the Center for Disaster Medicine (CDM). The funding is a major increase since an initial annual pledge from New York lawmakers of $500,000 in 2017 and $925,000 in 2019, a sum that is matched by NYMC in support of the expanding work and impact of the Center. Read the full article on the press conference and view the photo gallery and video.
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Golf Outing Honoring Leonard J. Newman, M.D. '70, Raises More than $235,000
More than 130 golfers hit the links at the famed Saint Andrew's Golf Course in Hastings on Hudson on June 28 to honor Leonard J. Newman, M.D. '70, second from left, longtime professor and chair of the Department of Pediatrics at NYMC. The outing, sponsored by the Board of Advisors, raised more than $235,000 for student scholarships and other important initiatives at NYMC. Read the full article on the golf outing and view the photo gallery.
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NYMC Offers Family Friendly Resources
Family, familial responsibilities and work life balance have taken on new light during the COVID-19 pandemic. While these values have always been important to NYMC and the Touro College and University System (TCUS), a new resource is now available to NYMC and Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM) students and employees: Family Friendly Campus Resources, a repository of information available on TouroOne. Read the full article on Family Friendly Campus Resources.
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GHHS Student Clinician Ceremony Marks Milestone in Medical Education
NYMC students and faculty gathered under the tent outside of Sunshine Cottage to celebrate the Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS) Student Clinician Ceremony on June 24, when members of the SOM Class of 2023 took an oath of humanism prior to starting their clinical clerkships. Resident physicians from clinical affiliates, selected by the outgoing third-year class, were honored with Humanism and Excellence in Teaching Awards for demonstrating exceptional humanistic qualities in the care of patients, including compassion, empathy, professionalism and service, as well as going above and beyond in role as teachers to medical students. Read the full article on the Student Clinician Ceremony.
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Department of Surgery Hosts 18th Annual Louis R.M. DelGuercio Distinguished Visiting Professorship and Research Day
The 18th Annual Louis R.M. DelGuercio Distinguished Visiting Professorship and Research Day featuring keynote speaker Raymond R. Price, M.D., FACS, fourth from left in photo, took place on June 18. During his address, Dr. Price, vice chair for global health at the Center for Global Surgery, clinical professor and adjunct associate professor of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Division of Public Health at the University of Utah, shared an inspirational story of his experience with global health and the immense impact it has on communities worldwide. Read the full article on DelGuercio Day and view the video.
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Fitness Centers Re-Open on Campus
The Dr. Edward F. and Mrs. Anna M. Asprinio Fitness Center at 19 Skyline Drive and the Nicholas and Liberta Testa Fitness Center in student housing have re-opened. The fitness centers will be open from 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. Face coverings are required for all occupants and equipment must be wiped down before and after each use. The fitness centers and associated spaces will receive a daily deep cleaning after 7:00 p.m. Usage will be monitored and the hours may be adjusted accordingly.
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LGBTQ+ AIM Group Participates in Community Pride Rally
LGBTQ+ Advocates in Medicine (AIM), a student-led organization at NYMC, participated in the Greenburgh Pride Rally at Patriots Park in Tarrytown, New York, on June 26, hosted by the Greenburgh Human Rights Advisory Committee during Pride Month. The group engaged with rally-goers on health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community and the representation of the community in health care workforce. LGBTQ+ AIM staffed a table at the rally where they displayed statistics relating to the disparities and testimonials for LGBTQ+ members that described negative interactions with doctors. Read the full article on the rally.
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Dana Mordue, Ph.D., vice chancellor for middle states accreditation and associate professor of pathology, microbiology and immunology, was named to the Westchester County Biosciences Taskforce that was established to support the Biosciences Industry Desk and keep the Office of Economic Development up to date on trends and issues within the local and regional ecosystem.
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Jennifer Riekert, M.B.A., vice president of communications and strategic initiatives, was honored with the Trailblazer Award at the YWCA of Yonkers Annual Spirit of a Woman Awards Gala on June 24, honoring women making strides in public service, business and philanthropy.
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The School of Medicine Office of Admissions is seeking interviewers for the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) 2021-22 interview season.
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Call (914) 493-7177 to make an appointment or call (914) 493-TICK for additional information.
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Call today to schedule your virtual appointment at (914) 828-0435.
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Yoga Class for Faculty and Staff
Mondays | 5:30 p.m. | Zoom
Meeting ID: 489 054 8060; Password: YOGA
One tap mobile +19292056099 (for dial in)
Virtual yoga class led by certified yoga instructor Mary Butler-Fink
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EVENTS ON THE NYMC CALENDAR
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Sunday, July 25
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Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology Symposium
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Sunday, August 1
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SOM Class of 2025 White Coat Ceremony
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Monday, September 6
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NYMC Closed: Labor Day
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Tuesday, September 7
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Wednesday, September 8
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Rosh Hashanah (Day 2)
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Thursday, September 16
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Yom Kippur
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Sukkot (Day 1)
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Wednesday, September 22
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Sukkot (Day 2)
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Tuesday, September 28
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Sukkot (Day 8)
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Wednesday, September 29
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All Day
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NYMC Closed: Sukkot (Day 9)
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New York Medical College Leadership News
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Westchester and Fairfield Business Journal - 6/30/2021
Alan Kadish, M.D., president
Rabbi Moshe D. Krupka, M.S., executive vice president, Touro College and University System
Robert W. Amler, M.D., M.B.A., vice president of government affairs and dean of the School of Health Sciences and Practice
Sherlita Amler, M.D., M.S., clinical associate professor of pediatrics, adjunct professor of public health and senior fellow in the Center for Disaster Medicine
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and chief executive officer
Jerry L. Nadler, M.D., dean of the School of Medicine and professor of medicine and of pharmacology
Ronnie Myers, D.D.S., dean of TCDM
David S. Markenson, M.D., M.B.A., medical director, Center for Disaster Medicine
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Jewish News Syndicate - 6/24/2021
Alan Kadish, M.D., president
Healthline - 6/22/2021
Robert W. Amler, M.D., M.B.A., dean of the School of Health Sciences and Practice and vice president of government affairs
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New York Medical College News
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Faculty News
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Psychiatric Times - 6/25/2021
Leslie L. Citrome, M.D., M.P.H., clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
Patch - 6/22/2021
Patricia Schnabel, Ruppert, D.O., M.PH., distinguished visiting professor, SHSP
The Chalkboard - 6/22/2021
Alyssa Dweck, M.D., M.S., adjunct assistant professor of obstetrics & gynecology
Healio - 6/18/2021
Leslie L. Citrome, M.D., M.P.H., clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences
SFGate - 6/21/2021
Neil W. Schluger, M.D., the Barbara and William Rosenthal Chair of the Department of Medicine
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May/June 2021
Abhay Dhand, M.D., associate professor of medicine Edmund F. LaGamma, M.D. '76, professor of pediatrics, division of newborn medicine and professor of biochemistry and molecular biology Tali Lando, M.D., assistant professor of clinical otolaryngology Miriam David, M.D., clinical associate professor of radiology Maria T. Castaldi, M.D., clinical assistant professor of surgery Kaveh Alizadeh, M.D., clinical associate professor of surgery
Politi Fact - 6/14/2021
Neil W. Schluger, M.D., the Barbara and William Rosenthal Chair of the Department of Medicine
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Touro College of Dental Medicine at New York Medical College News
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U.S. News - 6/28/2021
Howard A. Fine, D.M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor of Dental Medicine and the Director of Orthodontics
TCDM
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Patch - 6/27/2021
Edward Farkas, D.D.S., M.A., vice dean of TCDM
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BioInc@NYMC News
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Westchester and Fairfield Country Business Journal - 6/22/2021
Barry Kappel, Ph.D., M.B.A., president, chief executive officer and director of Sapience Therapeutics, a BioInc@NYMC client
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Westchester Magazine - 6/17/2021
Barry Kappel, Ph.D., M.B.A., president, chief executive officer and director of Sapience Therapeutics, a BioInc@NYMC client
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