News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Grossman Long Island School Of Medicine Holds White Coat Ceremony. (News 12-TV Long Island (NY))
(7/26) NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine held a white coat ceremony for 24 new medical students, marking the start of their three-year journey in medicine, with Gladys M. Ayala, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, dean, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, saying, “Today marks a significant momentous occasion for the new medical students starting the medical school journey in Mineola.” Medical student Kristin Hon expressed her desire to stay in the area as a primary care provider, particularly in geriatrics, driven by her experiences with older adults and her passion for healthcare innovations.
12-Year-Old Sworn In As Honorary Sheriff Ahead Of Organ Transplant. (Good Morning America)
(7/25) Wyatt Houppert, a 12-year-old from New York with kidney failure, was recently sworn in as an honorary sheriff by the Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office, with Suffolk County Sheriff Errol D. Toulon Jr. praising his strength and courage; Wyatt is scheduled for a life-changing kidney transplant at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone Health, with Marissa Lipton, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Kidney Transplant Program, Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, stating, “Wyatt is an incredible kid with a wonderfully supportive family and community behind him.”
Also reporting was (7/25).
How Nanoplastics May Be Impacting Our Long-Term Health. (CBS News)
(7/26) Leonardo Trasande, MD, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, vice chair of research in the Department of Pediatrics, professor, Department of Population Health, is conducting extensive research on the impact of nanoplastics on children’s health, tracking over 64,000 children to study effects from pregnancy to adolescence, and said, “We have more evidence now for the effects of plastic on children’s chronic disease than we do on food dyes,” suggesting that action should be taken on plastics in the food supply.
Toe Injury Shouldn’t Hamper Mobile Justin Fields. (New York Post)
The (7/25) reports, “Elise C. Bixby, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, joins Dexter Henry for the weekly ‘Injury Report’ segment to explain why Justin Fields’ dislocated toe shouldn’t be a cause of concern for Jets fans.”
Pumping Iron Is Their Secret To Aging Well. (New York Times)
The (7/25) Greysteel, a gym near Detroit founded by Dr. Jonathon Sullivan, offers barbell lifting programs for seniors, with members like Ann Buszard, 84, finding strength training essential for maintaining independence; Nina Blachman, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine and Palliative Care, said that while exercise is crucial for managing chronic health conditions, older adults should pursue workouts cautiously, noting that activities like swimming or chair yoga may be more suitable for some, though she acknowledges the importance of encouraging seniors to push their limits safely.
The Patients Forced To Switch From Zepbound To Wegovy. (Wall Street Journal)
The (7/27)* CVS Caremark’s new coverage policy, which favors Wegovy over Zepbound due to lower negotiated pricing, is affecting 200,000 members and prompting a shift in prescriptions despite Zepbound’s higher effectiveness; Holly F. Lofton, MD, clinical associate professor, Departments of Surgery, Division of Bariatric Surgery, and Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, said, “Many times we have switched patients who were on Wegovy for a long time to Zepbound and sometimes they saw additional weight loss or had fewer side effects,” highlighting concerns about the impact on patient care and the challenges patients face in obtaining medical exceptions to continue Zepbound coverage.
Venus Williams And Lupita Nyong’o Open Up About Fibroids. (Ebony)
(7/25) Venus Williams has shared her experience with uterine fibroids, revealing that the condition severely affected her health and quality of life during her tennis career, leading her to seek care at NYU Langone Health’s Center for Fibroid Care, where she eventually underwent a myomectomy; Williams has partnered with NYU Langone Health to advocate for individuals with uteruses, while Lupita Nyong’o has also spoken about her struggle with fibroids and is working with the Foundation for Women’s Health to increase research funding, both emphasizing the disproportionate impact on Black women.
Wanna Get Away? Sorry, There’s No Destination Safe From Seasonal Allergies. (Independent (UK))
The (7/27) Neelu Tummala, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, advises individuals to time their medication intake for optimal effectiveness, change clothes and remove shoes after outdoor activities, and bathe pets, as pollen is pervasive across the U.S., with climate change exacerbating seasonal allergies by lengthening and intensifying pollen seasons.
Can Medicare Afford The Perpetual Human? (Medscape)
Paywalled* (7/25)* Bioengineers and start-ups are advancing technologies to combat aging, such as 3D printed organs and gene therapies, yet financial resources limit access to these innovations for most Americans, with Medicare unable to cover the costs; Art Caplan, PhD, the Drs. William F. and Virginia Connolly Mitty Professor of Bioethics, Department of Population Health, Division of Medical Ethics, said, “You have to commit right now to funding the technologies that look like they’re the cheapest and the easiest to apply, not just that they work.”
148 Hospital And Health System CIOs To Know. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(7/25) Nader Mherabi, executive vice president and vice dean, chief digital and information officer, is spearheading a digital transformation initiative to enhance patient care and clinical efficiency through EHR upgrades, cybersecurity solutions, and telehealth expansion.
Who’s Snapping Up Cardiology Practices? (Becker's ASC Review)
(7/25) According to a corporate finance report by KPMG, private equity-backed cardiology platforms have significantly increased since 2022, with NYU Langone Health being among the entities involved in mergers and acquisitions in 2023, securing one acquisition.
Dr Gerber On The Benefits Of P53 IHC Testing For Identifying TP53-Mutant MDS And AML In Underserved Regions. (OncLive)
(7/25) Jonathan M. Gerber, MD, member of the faculty, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, and chief clinical officer, Perlmutter 鶹Ƶapp Center, discussed the adoption of p53 immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing as a cost-effective alternative to next-generation sequencing (NGS) in underserved areas, saying, “Hopefully, this can expedite early referral and facilitate early referral to transplant-capable centers.”
Helping Your Patients Manage COPD In The Workplace. (Medscape)
(7/28) Rohan S. Mankikar, MD, clinical instructor, Department of Medicine, Division of Pulmonary Medicine, said, “The humidity definitely impacts a lot of patients, so the air quality is one thing I tell them, when you wake up in the morning, look at the humidity for the day. The sweet spot for my COPD patients is like between 40%-70%, so if the humidity is above 70%, they might feel it more.”
Insights On Pathology, Biopsy, And Patient Understanding. (Dermatology Times)
(7/25) Ata Moshiri, MD, MPH, assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, presented at the Elevate-Derm Summer Conference 2025, discussing the interpretive nature of pathology and the necessity of effective communication between dermatologists and pathologists for accurate diagnoses, emphasizing teamwork by stating, “We’re a team, we’re in it together, trying to make the most that we can for the patients, their specimens, and their diagnosis”; he also recommended proper biopsy techniques and the MPATH-Dx framework for standardizing care and simplifying patient communication, particularly for atypical melanocytic lesions.
Also reporting was (7/25).
Can You Really “Flush Out Toxins” With Lemon Water Every Morning? (Better Health Facts)
(7/28) Roshini Rajapaksa, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said, regarding the purported benefits of lemon water, “There’s no magic in lemon water,” explaining that adequate hydration supports kidney function.
Researchers Are Blowing People’s Minds After Sharing The Ideal Shower Length. (Good)
(7/27) Mary L. Stevenson, MD, associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, suggested people shower at least every other day, adding, “Most people, by day two or day three, are not clean,” but that shower frequency is “a little bit personal,” while also saying, “In general, you really only need soap in your armpits, your groin, and your feet.”
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
27 Hospital M&As Finalized In 2025. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(7/25) A roundup of M&A news notes that NYU Langone Health completed its merger with Patchogue, N.Y.-based Long Island Community Hospital, now renamed NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk, marking it as NYU Langone Health’s seventh inpatient facility.
