News from NYU Langone Health
Time To Retire? Better To Take On A New Challenge. (New York Times)
The New York Times (12/30) Scott L. Schubach, MD, clinical professor, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn , transitioned from a long-standing career at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island to lead the expansion of the cardiac program in Brooklyn, necessitating a move from Sea Cliff to Windsor Terrace, where he appreciates the neighborhood’s diversity and proximity to his grown children.
NYU Langone Health Expands Cardiology Care In Brooklyn. (Brooklyn (NY) Reader)
The Brooklyn (NY) Reader (12/29) NYU Langone Health has expanded NYU Langone Heart at NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn, introducing advanced cardiology care with state-of-the-art catheterization labs, and has hired renowned cardiac electrophysiologist Felix Yang, MD clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, along with Yury Malyshev, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, and Thomas Bustros, MD, clinical instructor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology; Dr. Yang said, “With heart disease being the leading cause of death in the United States, the expansion of our cardiac capabilities significantly improves our ability to provide advanced, world-class care right here in Brooklyn and continue to make an impactful difference in our patients’ lives,” while Bret J. Rudy, MD, senior vice president and chief of hospital operations, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, said, “Everyone at NYU Langone Health is driven by the goal of providing one consistently high standard of care at every location, every time.”
NYU Langone Health’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center Celebrates Second Year Of Operation. (Long Island (NY) Press)
The Long Island (NY) Press (12/27) The Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center at NYU Langone Ambulatory Care Lake Success has marked two years of providing patient-centered care, having conducted over 10,000 visits, 1,500 endoscopies, 1,200 surgeries, and nearly 1,400 infusions since its opening in November 2022, with Toyooki Sonoda, MD, associate professor, Department of Surgery, chief, Division of Colorectal Surgery, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, saying, “From the onset, our mission has been to create a comprehensive IBD center,” and Bradely M. Morganstern, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, NYU Langone Hospital–Long Island, the center’s medical director, stating, “Our patients have a multitude of symptoms, and our mission is to treat the entire gamut of their condition.”
Good News You May Have Missed In 2024. (CBS News)
CBS News (12/29) The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a 17% decline in drug overdose deaths in 2024, with 20,000 fewer Americans dying compared to the previous year, which Magdalena Cerdá, DrPH, professor, Department of Population Health, described as “the largest decline in overdose deaths ever recorded in history,” attributing the decrease to increased access to naloxone, a shift in drug consumption methods from injection to smoking, and reduced fentanyl use among adolescents and young adults.
Also reporting is WCBS-TV (12/29).
Jets End Lineman Olu Fashanu’s Season Due To Plantar Fasciitis. (New York Post)
The New York Post (12/27) “Mark G. Grossman, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, chief, sports medicine, and vice chair, academics, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, joins Dexter Henry for the weekly ‘Injury Report’ segment to explain why plantar fasciitis ended Jets lineman Olu Fashanu’s season.”
Here’s Why Flu Cases Are Rising Later This Season, According To CDC Data. (NBC News)
NBC News (12/27) Sara Siddiqui, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, reported an increase in children testing positive for the flu, attributing the rise to the spread of influenza via aerosol droplets in schools and daycares, which also leads to increased adult exposures, while flu activity across the U.S. has surged with more than 12,000 hospitalizations, according to the CDC, and experts continue to recommend flu vaccinations as the most effective protection, despite a decline in pediatric vaccination rates.
The ‘Jimmy Carter Drug’: What Is Immunotherapy And How Does It Treat Cancer? (NBC News)
NBC News (12/29) Researchers at NYU Langone Health reported that patients with metastatic melanoma treated with both pembrolizumab (Keytruda) and an experimental mRNA vaccine targeting their cancer cells lived longer without disease progression compared to those receiving Keytruda alone, with 75% of the combination group experiencing no recurrence after three years versus 56% in the Keytruda-only group, marking a significant development in immunotherapy, a field that gained national attention through the successful treatment of former President Jimmy Carter’s melanoma.
Workplace Diversity Ranking Highlights Companies That Invest In People. (Newsweek)
Newsweek (12/28) NYU Langone Health is featured on Newsweek’s third-annual ranking of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, which includes 1,500 companies recognized for their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts; this ranking, based on extensive employee interviews and company reviews, evaluates companies on factors such as mental well-being, sustainability, job security, and proactive management of a diverse workforce.
NYU Langone Health Physicians Discuss Winter Health Safety. (News 12-TV Long Island (NY))
12-TV (12/26) With the onset of winter and recent snowfalls, NYU Langone Health doctors stress the importance of safety against hypothermia and frostbite, advising immediate indoor refuge if affected, while Jerry A. Rubano, MD, assistant professor, Department of Surgery, regional director of trauma, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, warns against rapid warming, saying, “defrosting yourself for lack of a term too quickly can have, you know, worse effects,” and suggests preparation and proper attire as the best defense against cold weather.
WNYW-TV (12/27) Nicole M. Stevens, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island shared that common winter injuries include ankle sprains and fractures, often due to slipping on ice, and advises wearing shoes with grippy rubber soles, avoiding metal subway grates, and being cautious while shoveling or using a snow blower to prevent shoulder, back, and heart issues.
Also reporting are 12-TV (12/28) and 12-TV (12/29).
Longer Follow-Up Data Maintain Lasting Responses With Amivantamab/Lazertinib In EGFR-Mutant NSC. (Cancer Network)
Cancer Network (12/28) In a discussion on the phase 3 MARIPOSA trial, Joshua K. Sabari, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, examined the efficacy of amivantamab-vmjw plus lazertinib versus osimertinib for EGFR-mutant advanced non-small cell lung cancer, with Sabari stating, “At a median follow-up of 22 months, amivantamab plus lazertinib significantly improved PFS.”
Awareness Is ‘Vital’: A Review Of The Top Fungal Infection Stories In 2024. (Healio)
Healio (12/27) Researchers from NYU Langone Health documented the first US case of a sexually transmitted fungal infection presenting as a rare form of dermatophytosis, primarily affecting the genitalia of men who have sex with men.
NYC To Monitor Progress On Life Expectancy Improvements. (Healthcare Innovation)
Healthcare Innovation (12/27) New York City has introduced the HealthyNYC campaign, with goals including increasing life expectancy to over 83 years by 2030 and reducing maternal mortality among Black women by 10%, through enhanced access to healthcare and social support, with NYU Langone Health participating as a HealthyNYC Champion to contribute to these objectives by advancing programming and community engagement efforts.
The 11 Very Best Travel Pillows. (The Strategist)
The Strategist (12/27) Carla R. Fischer, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Division of Spine Surgery, discussed the benefits of U-shaped travel pillows, which are designed to prevent lateral bending in the neck, likening it to the motion of pinching a cell phone between the shoulder and ear, and emphasized the importance of selecting a pillow that aligns with one’s unique sleeping position and needs while traveling.
Is Start-Up Culture And Hustle Mentality Increasing Risk Of Heart-Related Issues? Doctors Answer. (Mid-Day (IND))
Mid-Day (IND) (12/27) The recent death of Rohan Mirchandani, former CEO of Epigamia, at 41, has reignited discussions on heart disease among young men, particularly in the startup sector; this issue is compounded by a high-pressure work culture and genetic predispositions, as highlighted by a study from the Nathan Kline Institute and NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Depression Could Be Prevented With Specific Daily Step Count, Study Finds. (Fox News)
Fox News (12/28) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, commented on a study published in JAMA Network Open, which analyzed 33 studies involving 96,173 adults and found that higher daily step counts are linked to fewer depressive symptoms and lower depression risk, saying, “This is an extensive analysis of over 30 observational studies, so it needs to be followed up with prospective randomized studies.”
In a separate article, Fox News (12/28) “Fox News correspondent Christina Coleman and Fox News senior medical analyst” Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, “have the latest on the spread of bird flu in the United States on ‘Fox News Live.’”
