News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health Opens New Radiology Location. (News 12 Brooklyn (USA))
News 12 Brooklyn (USA) (9/19) NYU Langone Health has opened a new radiology location in Fort Hamilton, featuring a full-service imaging center with state-of-the-art technology for procedures, including 3D mammography and dedicated ultrasounds; the site, located on the third floor of 8721 0th Avenue, operates five days a week.
Doctor Explains Christian Scott’s Hybrid Tommy John Surgery. (New York Post)
The New York Post (9/19) “Julia L. Iafrate, DO, clinical assistant professor, Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, and Rehabilitation Medicine, joins New York Post Sports anchor Brandon London for the weekly ‘Injury Report’ segment to break down the unique hybrid Tommy John surgery with an internal brace that Mets rookie pitcher Christian Scott is slated to undergo.”
NYU Langone Health Physicians Discuss Weight Loss Supplements Marketed As “Natural” GLP-1 Alternatives. (NBC)
NBC’s Today (9/19) As the demand for weight loss injectables like Ozempic and Wegovy surges, more affordable supplements, often called “nature’s Ozempic,” are gaining popularity; however, Dr. Roshini Raj, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, warned, “What’s very misleading in my opinion is a lot of these supplements have the term GLP-1 on the bottle, but they do not contain a GLP-1 agonist or a mimicking hormone,” emphasizing the importance of consulting healthcare professionals before using such products.
NBC News Now (9/19) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, cautions that these supplements are not FDA-approved and may not be as effective as prescription medications, advising that “nutrition, guidance, sleep and stress and exercise and physical activity are still the tried and true” methods for weight management.
New Endoscopic Spine Surgery Reduces Need For Post-Op Pain Medication. (Orthopedic Design & Technology Magazine)
Orthopedic Design & Technology Magazine (9/19) A new study published in World Neurosurgery reveals that a minimally invasive spine surgery technique developed by the Endoscopic Spine Surgery Program at NYU Langone Health’s Spine Center reduces opioid use by 21% and non-opioid pain medication by 24% compared to other less minimally invasive spine surgeries; Charla R. Fischer, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and lead author, stated, “This breakthrough technique is a game changer because it gives patients a better recovery with less pain and less need for narcotics and their related side effects.”
Also reporting is Becker’s Orthopedic & Spine Review (9/19).
Impact Of Adjuvant Chemotherapy On Resected Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasm – Derived Pancreatic Cancer. (ASCO Post)
ASCO Post (9/19) A study published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology reported that while adjuvant chemotherapy improved overall survival for some patients with resected intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN)-derived pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), a significant proportion of patients experienced overtreatment or undertreatment, leading Christopher L. Wolfgang, MD, PhD, professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, vice chair of clinical affairs, Department of Surgery, chief, Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Perlmutter Cancer Center, to comment, “Almost half of patients with resected IPMN-derived PDAC may be overtreated or undertreated.”
Multifaceted Strategy Needed To Combat Cancer Misinformation On Social Media. (Healio)
Healio (9/19) Misinformation about cancer is widespread on social media, with significant engagement in misinformative versus accurate content, according to Stacy Loeb, MD, professor, Departments of Urology and Population Health, Perlmutter Cancer Center, who presented at the COSMO Meeting; Loeb highlighted that platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, and podcasts are rife with misleading cancer information, which can negatively impact patient care and trust in the healthcare system, emphasizing the need for a multifaceted strategy to combat this issue, including health literacy promotion and community outreach by healthcare providers and systems.
In Two Papers, Researchers Describe Potential New Neurodegenerative Disease Treatment Approach. (Fierce Biotech)
Fierce Biotech (9/19) William McEwan, Ph.D., and Leo James, Ph.D., have developed TRIM21-based techniques to target misfolded tau proteins causing Alzheimer’s, demonstrating in two papers how these methods clear tau tangles in mouse neurons and improve mobility, with Einar M. Sigurdsson, PhD, professor, Departments of Neuroscience and Physiology, and Psychiatry, and colleagues affirming the success of these therapies in a forthcoming commentary, where they wrote, “Both of these potential therapies are successful in clearing pathological tau.”
Differentiating Between Different Types Of Alopecia, With Jerry Shapiro, MD. (HCP Live)
HCP Live (9/19) At the Maui Derm NP+PA Fall 2024 conference in Nashville, Jerry Shapiro, MD, professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, discussed non-scarring and scarring alopecias, explaining the complexity of differentiating types of alopecia and the necessity of biopsies for diffuse cases.
Also reporting is Consultant Live (9/19).
Face Transplant Outcomes: 3 Notes. (Becker's Hospital Review)
Becker’s Hospital Review (9/19) NYU Langone Health performed the world’s first whole-eye and partial face transplant, with 46-year-old Aaron James showing no signs of rejection 15 months post-procedure, according to a Sept. 9 update from his clinical team.
SciTech Daily (9/19) “‘Our discoveries over the past year mark promising initial results, laying a foundation for further advancements and ongoing research,’ said Eduardo D. Rodriguez, MD, DDS, the Helen L. Kimmel Professor of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, chair, the Hansjörg Wyss Department of Plastic Surgery, senior author on the study,” lead surgeon on the team, and director of the Face Transplant Program.
Food Industry Wrestles With PFAS As Scrutiny Intensifies. (Just-Food (UK))
Just-Food (UK) (9/19) Regulators worldwide are tightening guidance and rules on the use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in food packaging due to their environmental and health hazards, prompting food manufacturers and suppliers to develop alternatives, with 20 US states, including New York, issuing restrictions or bans on PFAS in food contact materials; a study by the NYU Grossman School of Medicine found that endocrine-disrupting chemicals in plastics in the US led to $250 billion a year in healthcare costs.
Here’s What Could Cause Your Ears To Bleed On An Airplane. (Thrillist)
Thrillist (9/19) At least 10 passengers on a Delta flight from Salt Lake City to Portland required medical attention for nose and ear bleeding due to a pressurization problem, forcing the plane to emergency land back in Salt Lake City, with Richard A. Lebowitz, MD, professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, vice chair, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, chief, Division of Rhinology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, explaining that while nosebleeds on planes are often due to dry cabin air, ear bleeding can occur if the eardrum ruptures from pressure changes, though he reassures, “There shouldn’t be any long-term effect from it.”
Doctors Weigh In On Illnesses Plaguing Attendees At Trump Rally. (Daily Mail (UK))
The Daily Mail (UK) (9/19) At a recent Trump rally in Tucson, Arizona, at least six attendees experienced severe eye irritation, with Robert C. Cykiert, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, suggesting that a faulty stage light may have caused UV keratitis.
Breastfeeding Crucial To A Healthy Infant Microbiome, Lowering Asthma Risk. (HealthDay)
HealthDay (9/19) A new study published in the journal Cell reveals that breastfeeding infants through their first year significantly lowers their risk of developing asthma by fostering a healthy mix of gut microbes, with researchers tracking microbiome development in 3,500 Canadian children; Liat Shenhav, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Microbiology, stated, “Our research highlights the profound impact of breastfeeding on the infant microbiome and breastfeeding’s essential role in supporting respiratory health.”
Also reporting is SciTech Daily (9/19).
Why Does Everyone Seem To Have IBS Now? (TIME)
TIME (9/19) Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has become a trending topic on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, leading to increased public discussions and self-diagnoses, with Roshini Raj, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, observing, “It’s a topic more people are comfortable talking about, and people are paying more attention to how their guts are feeling.”
Five Steps To Improve Colonoscopy Performance. (Medscape)
Paywalled* Medscape (9/19)* Gastroenterologists are advised to enhance colonoscopy performance by addressing poor bowel prep, improving polyp detection, following optimal surveillance intervals, reducing environmental impact, and utilizing AI tools, as discussed at the American Gastroenterological Association’s Postgraduate Course during Digestive Disease Week (DDW); Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, professor, Department of Population Health, provided insights, stating, “This should be an adjunct or an additional tool, not a replacement tool,” emphasizing the importance of combining AI with skilled observation to maintain high-quality patient care.
New Research Shows Potential Causes For Cancer Linked To Infection. (TODAY)
TODAY (9/19) NBC News medical contributor Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, discusses new research showing “about one in eight of all cancer cases are linked to common infections like HPV, Hepatitis B and C and H. pylori” and tips for cancer prevention.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
What Causes Brain Tumors? Here’s Why They’re Not That Common. (USA Today)
USA Today (9/20) Tumors, which are clumps of abnormal cells forming a mass, can range from very large to as small as a pimple or mole, making dermatological evaluation important; while 90% of tumors are benign, malignant brain tumors are among the rarest, with less than 1% of the population diagnosed in their lifetime, according to Marissa Barbaro, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island.
