Sixth Annual NYMC Golf Tournament Drives Support for Future Health Care Leaders
More than 150 attendees—including NYMC and Touro leadership, faculty, alumni, students, and supporters of the College—took to the teeing ground on June 15 for the sixth annual NYMC Golf Tournament and Reception. Hosted at the historic Saint Andrew’s Golf Club, the NYMC community came together to enjoy a bright, breezy day in Hastings-on-Hudson. The event was sponsored by the NYMC Board of Advisors, who proudly raised more than $200,000 for student scholarships, health science research, and programs that advance NYMC’s mission to educate and empower future generations of health care professionals. Following the golf tournament, guests enjoyed a dinner reception and awards ceremony. This year, in recognition of their exceptional support and commitment to NYMC, the College honored Patricia White, M.D., top center, a member of the NYMC Board of Advisors, and Daniel Zelazny, M.D., top right, assistant professor of orthopedic surgery, NYMC, Westchester Medical Center Advanced Physicians Services, and team physician, Marist University. “It was a perfect day in every sense,” said Stacy Velarde, chief development officer in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. “Not only did we enjoy beautiful weather for the sixth annual tournament, but we also witnessed the remarkable generosity of our 150 attendees from our community, alumni, and sponsors. Raising more than $200,000 is a testament to their dedication and belief in our mission, and we couldn't be more thankful for their support.”
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Center for Disaster Medicine Receives NYS Funding
The New York State Economic Development program renewed $1 million in funding to support the Center for Disaster Medicine’s ongoing work in preparedness, tactical medicine, and operational medicine education for first responders, law enforcement, fire services, hospitals, health care professionals, government leaders, and businesses.
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Dean’s Faculty Awards Recognize Excellence in Teaching, Mentoring, and Service
Several members of the SOM faculty were honored for excellence in teaching, mentorship, and institutional service during the Dean’s Faculty Awards Ceremony.
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Football Associated with Nearly One in Five Brain Injuries in Youth Sports
Nearly one in five sports-related traumatic brain injuries among children and young adults can be attributed to youth football, according to a study by NYMC faculty and students that was presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s Annual Meeting in April by Isaac Thorman, SOM Class of 2027.
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Touro College of Dental Medicine Hosts Its Ninth Annual Golf, Tennis and Mahjong Event
On June 8, TCDM welcomed more than 150 guests to its Ninth Annual Golf, Tennis, and newly added Mahjong Event at the beautiful Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase, New York. The day brought together friends, sponsors, faculty, and alumni in a shared commitment to expanding access to oral health care. Funds raised during the event will support the development of TouroCAREs—the Center for Access, Respect, and Empathy—a new patient clinic dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Sumaita Mahmood, M.D./M.P.H. ’26, Receives National Public Health Award
Sumaita Mahmood, M.D./M.P.H. ’26, left, is the national recipient of the prestigious 2026 United States Public Health Service Award.
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Adam Block, Ph.D., associate professor of public health, spoke at a June 8 conference hosted in Montréal by the Health Catalyst of Technology (CTS), which convened four U.S.-based experts as part of its Global Horizon services focused on international growth and commercialization. The panel discussed negotiating with health systems, scaling health care companies, shaping federal policy, and developing ROI models for hospital CFOs. The conference was designed to offer actionable insight into how decisions are actually made in U.S. health care, how strategic access is built, and what it takes to move from pilot to contract.
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Soe Soe Aye Htun, M.P.H., left, Dr.P.H. candidate, had the opportunity to visit the New York office of Senator Charles E. Schumer at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington, D.C., as a delegate of the American Public Health Association (APHA). During the visit, she met with Alexandra Taveras, right, the legislative correspondent for Senator Schumer’s office. Their advocacy discussion focused on APHA’s 2026 Advocacy Priorities, the real-world impact of federal public health funding cuts on New Yorkers, and upcoming discretionary funding decisions expected in September.
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SOM Seeks MMI Interviewers
The SOM Office of Admissions is seeking interviewers for the Multiple Mini-Interview (MMI) 2026-27 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.
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