William Moore, M.D., to Lead Department of Radiology
William H. Moore, M.D., FACR, an accomplished radiologist and nationally recognized leader in thoracic imaging, informatics, and minimally invasive treatment of lung disease, has been appointed chair of the Department of Radiology at NYMC and chair of the Department of Radiology at Westchester Medical Center Health Network. Dr. Moore will assume his new roles on February 1, 2027.
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GLP-1 Use Associated with Better Outcomes in Colorectal Cancer
Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer using GLP-1 medications had a lower mortality rate compared to those not taking GLP-1s, according to a study by NYMC residents that was presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology annual meeting by Shalin Rawal, M.D., an internal medicine resident in NYMC’s Internal Medicine Residency Program at Saint Mary’s and St. Clare’s Hospital in New Jersey.
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Academy of Medical Educators Examines Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
Members of the 2026-2027 cohort of the NYMC Academy of Medical Educators welcomed Barry Bachenheimer, Ed.D., for an insightful talk on artificial intelligence at their October meeting. The discussion explored an evolving topic with important implications for medical education and the future of teaching and learning.
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TCDM First-Year Students Present Summer Research Projects
Each fall, dental students present their findings to the TCDM community following their participation in the intensive four-week TCDM Summer Research Program. Working alongside faculty mentors in the GSBMS, students conduct hands-on biomedical research focused on critical fields such as cardiovascular science, neuroscience, and metabolic diseases. Through this program, participants gain a deeper understanding of laboratory best practices, the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, and the vital role research plays in advancing both clinical care and drug development.
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A Passion for Student Success Leads Amanda Brunner, M.S. ’14, CCC-SLP, TSSLD, Back to NYMC
For Amanda Brunner, M.S. ’14, CCC-SLP, TSSLD, assistant director of clinical education of speech-language pathology, returning to NYMC represents a full-circle journey, from speech-language pathology student, to clinical educator, and now assistant director. After years of working in clinical settings throughout Westchester, Brunner returns to support SLP students and help bridge the gap between academic learning and clinical practice.
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Mitchell S. Cairo, M.D., professor of pediatrics, medicine, pathology, microbiology and immunology, and cell and molecular physiology, and vice chair of the Department of Pediatrics, gave an oral presentation at the Congress of the European Academy of Pediatrics on his translational research in Lyon, France, on October 29. He presented “Safety and Efficacy of Familial Related Donor Derived Adenovirus and Cytomegalic Virus Cytotoxic T Lymphocytes in Children and Adolescent Immunocompromised Hosts with Medically Refractory ADV and CMV Infections.”
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Dana Mordue, Ph.D., vice chancellor for accreditation and student support and associate professor of pathology, microbiology, and immunology, recently served as chair of a Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) site visit team on October 27-30, leading a comprehensive peer review for regional accreditation. As team chair, she managed a multi-disciplinary team of evaluators and facilitated high-level discussions with host campus leadership to assess compliance with MSCHE standards. The successful visit culminated in a definitive report aimed at fostering institutional improvement and student success, highlighting the vital academic leadership and expertise our faculty members bring to the broader higher education community.
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New
From the Office of General Counsel, October 30, 2026
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Join us in welcoming our new employees at NYMC during the month of October:
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Allette Bastien, M.P.A., Program Manager, Office of Continuing Medical Education
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Roberto Leon, Administrator, Department of Pediatrics
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Natalie Mena, M.S.W., Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Office of Student Mental Health and Wellness
From the Office of Human Resources
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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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CPR/AED Awareness Sessions
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 • 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
SHSP Center for Interactive Learning
The Center for Disaster Medicine is offering one-hour awareness-level AED/CPR courses on campus. The courses are open to NYMC faculty, staff, and students on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that these courses are not open to the public and do not provide certification.
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New York Medical College Celebrates Distinguished Leaders and Legacy of Service at 2026 Founder’s Dinner
Yonkers Times - 10/26/26
Alan Kadish, M.D., president of NYMC and TU
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and CEO
John J. Connolly, Ed.D., chairman of Castle Connolly Private Health Partners, LLC, and former NYMC president and chief executive officer
Zvi Lefkovitz, M.D., professor of radiology and director of leadership development at NYMC, former chair of the NYMC Department of Radiology (2009–2026) and former director of radiology at Westchester Medical Center (2009–2026)
Stacy Velarde, chief development officer
New York Medical College Celebrates Distinguished Leaders and Legacy of Service at 2026 Founder’s Dinner
River Journal - 10/28/26
Alan Kadish, M.D., president of NYMC and TU
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and CEO
John J. Connolly, Ed.D., chairman of Castle Connolly Private Health Partners, LLC, and former NYMC president and chief executive officer
Zvi Lefkovitz, M.D., professor of radiology and director of leadership development at NYMC, former chair of the NYMC Department of Radiology (2009–2026) and former director of radiology at Westchester Medical Center (2009–2026)
Stacy Velarde, chief development officer
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NYMC event raises $570k for scholarships and research
Westfair Business Journal -10/26/26
Alan Kadish, M.D., president of NYMC and TU
Edward C. Halperin, M.D., M.A., chancellor and CEO
John J. Connolly, Ed.D., chairman of Castle Connolly Private Health Partners, LLC, and former NYMC president and chief executive officer
Zvi Lefkovitz, M.D., professor of radiology and director of leadership development at NYMC, former chair of the NYMC Department of Radiology (2009–2026) and former director of radiology at Westchester Medical Center (2009–2026)
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C3G and Restless Legs Syndrome: Why It Happens and Tips for Relief
Everyday Health - 10/23/26
Morgan Soffler, M.D., assistant professor of medicine
The 7 Best Cooking Oils for Your Health, Ranked by Dietitians
Food and Wine - 10/27/26
Diane Lindsay-Adler, M.S., RDN, CDN, assistant professor of pediatrics
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How to Get Better Sleep When You’re Living With Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease
Everyday Health - 10/26/26
Morgan Soffler, M.D., assistant professor of medicine
Lay’s, Goldfish Among 14 Snacks Consumer Reports Flagged for Contaminants
Eat This, Not That! - 10/29/26
Tetyana Cheairs, M.D., M.S.P.H., associate professor of pathology, microbiology, and immunology, associate dean for Ph.D. programs, and program director of pathology and Ph.D. programs
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