News from NYU Langone Health
Grey’s Anatomy Star Diagnosed With Hashimoto’s: What To Know About The Disease. (Good Morning America)
(8/8) Actress Camilla Luddington, known for her role as Dr. Jill Wilson on Grey’s Anatomy, has been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its thyroid, leading to symptoms like fatigue and weight changes; Priya Jaisinghani, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Holman Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, & Metabolism, explained, “The thyroid affects many different organs in the body and may present with a vast array of symptoms, which could mimic different states in life, such as perimenopause and menopause as well.”
A Teenage Football Player Had Months Of Symptoms After A Concussion. Doctors Found A Rare Brain Malformation. (CBS News)
(8/9) After suffering debilitating symptoms from a helmet-to-helmet collision and undergoing months of ineffective treatments, New Jersey teen Logan Coleridge was diagnosed with an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in his brain, which was successfully treated by Howard Riina, the Lucius N. Littauer Professor of Neurosurgery, vice chair, Clinical Affairs, Department of Neurosurgery, professor, Departments of Neurology, and Radiology, allowing Logan to return to school, celebrate his 16th birthday, and prepare for his return to the football field, while his family advocates for early testing to prevent prolonged suffering in similar cases.
Giants’ Malik Nabers Managing Lingering ‘Turf Toe’. (New York Post)
The (8/8) “Daniel J. Kaplan, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, joins Brandon London to discuss Malik Nabers’ lingering toe injury that the Giants’ medical staff is working to manage with the 2025 NFL season approaching.”
Discussing The Transition From Pediatric To Adult Epilepsy Care: Josiane Lajoie, MD. (Neurology Live)
(8/8) The transition from pediatric to adult neurological care, particularly for chronic conditions like epilepsy, necessitates a structured, long-term approach to avoid care gaps and ensure continuity, with Josiane Lajoie, MD, clinical professor, Department of Neurology, Tuberous Sclerosis Center, emphasizing the importance of preparing patients and families in advance, fostering independence, and utilizing resources from organizations like the International League Against Epilepsy to build effective transition models.
Could CAR-T Therapy Be A Cure For Lupus? Early Trials Show Promise. (HealthDay)
(8/8) Amit Saxena, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, said early-phase clinical trials of CAR-T therapy for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are underway, showing significant patient responses and potential for reduced medication dependency, with the therapy targeting B cells to alleviate autoimmune symptoms and improve quality of life, despite the necessity for rigorous monitoring due to possible severe side effects during treatment.
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Neurologist Shares Dementia Drivers And Tips For Prevention. (Fox News)
(8/9) “Joel Salinas, MD, MBA, clinical associate professor, Department of Neurology, the Pearl I. Barlow Center for Memory Evaluation and Treatment, speaks with Fox News Digital about why dementia cases are increasing and how people can reduce their risk.”
Franklin Square Creator Jason Alvino And Team Pushes Bold Animated Series ‘Beefy Frank’. (Long Island (NY) Herald)
The (8/8) Jason Alvino, a screenwriter and former visual effects artist who has faced health challenges including a rare autoimmune disease requiring chemotherapy at NYU Langone Health, co-created the animated series Beefy Frank with Mike Carlo, and with executive producer Christy Karacas; they aim to revive the stalled project by leveraging their completed animation and networking efforts after initial studio interest waned.
Hospital For Special Surgery Named Best US Hospital For Orthopedics In 2025 To 2026. (Healio)
(8/8) Hospital for Special Surgery was named the top U.S. hospital for orthopedic care in the 2025 to 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, marking its 16th consecutive year at the top, while NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital ranked second, with the rankings evaluating 1,647 hospitals based on various orthopedic procedures including spine, limb, joint, and other musculoskeletal surgeries.
158 Hospitals Honored For Cardiac Care Quality. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(8/8) The American Heart Association has recognized NYU Langone Health on its list of 158 hospitals with the “Commitment to Quality” award for 2025, given to hospitals achieving a silver level or higher in at least three of the AHA’s Get with the Guidelines programs which offer clinical care recommendations for conditions such as stroke, heart failure, and cardiac arrest.
