News from NYU Langone Health
Dr. Joseph Zuckerman And Dr. Kenneth Egol Of NYU Langone Health. (Becker's Hospital Review)
Becker’s Hospital Review (7/13) In an episode of Becker’s Health Care Podcast, Joseph D. Zuckerman, MD, the Walter A. L. Thompson Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, chair, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Kenneth Egol, MD, the Joseph E. Milgram Professor of Orthopedic Surgery, vice-chair, Academic Affairs, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, chief, Division of Orthopedic Trauma, “discuss their roles in orthopedic surgery, the making of their documentary ‘On the Shoulders of Giants: The History of NYU Langone Orthopedics,’ and more.”
Counterfeit Ozempic Is On The Rise. (New York Times)
The New York Times (7/12) Melanie R. Jay, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, and Department of Population Health, “stressed that people seeking out drugs like Ozempic should always see a licensed medical provider for comprehensive care.”
What Causes Lupus? A New Study Reveals Potential Treatment Options. (Washington Post)
The Washington Post (7/12) A study published in Nature suggests a potential new treatment for lupus by targeting a receptor in T cells, with Jill P. Buyon, MD, the Sir Deryck and Lady Va Maughan Professor of Rheumatology, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, praising the study, saying, “It’s a great paper. Incredibly well done.”
New York City Hospitals Receive $2B In State Capital Grants With Few Strings Attached. (Crain's New York Business)
Crain’s New York Business (7/15) reports New York state’s Department of Health has allocated $4.3 billion to healthcare capital projects over the past decade, with nearly half directed to New York City. While NYU Langone Health has also benefited from these funds. Bill Hammond, senior health policy fellow at the Empire Center, described the funds as lacking stringent conditions, while Cadence Acquaviva, spokeswoman for the state Department of Health, explained that the current budget redirects funds to improve safety-net facilities.
Breast Cancer Specialist Joins NYU Langone Health. (Healio)
Healio (7/9) Elizabeth A. Comen, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, has been appointed associate professor in the department of medicine at NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, bringing her expertise from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Weill Cornell Medicine, with a focus on the immune system’s role in breast cancer; Alec Kimmelman, MD, PhD, the Anita Steckler and Joseph Steckler Chair, and professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, stated, “Dr. Comen’s dedication to advancing breast cancer research and treatment aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing the highest quality of care and conducting innovative research to better understand and treat cancer,” while Dr. Comen added, “I am honored to contribute to NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center’s mission of providing compassionate, cutting-edge care to people facing breast cancer.”
8 Updates On GLP-1s. (Becker's Hospital Review)
Becker’s Hospital Review (7/12) Many insurance companies are steering patients toward bariatric surgeries due to the high costs of GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Wegovy, with Christine J. Ren-Fielding, MD, professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Bariatric Surgery, division chief, Bariatric Surgery, stating, “Insurers are now putting up barriers for people who want to be covered for GLP-1s and taking down barriers for people who want to have surgery.”
Beyond Weight Management: 5 Other Potential Benefits Of Semaglutide. (South Florida Reporter)
The South Florida Reporter (7/14) Priya Jaisinghani, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, the Holman Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, said, “Obesity is associated with more than 200 comorbidities,” adding that the prevention and treatment of obesity could impact the prevention, reversal, or remission of these comorbidities.
How Much Hair Loss Is Normal For Women? (TIME)
TIME (7/12) Doris Day, MD, clinical associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, states, “Once you decide you have hair loss, all you see is hair falling out,” and emphasizes the importance of addressing potential underlying causes, such as thyroid disorders or PCOS, while also considering treatments like minoxidil or supplements like Nutrafol and Viviscal for promoting hair growth.
‘Pink Cocaine’ Emerging As New Threat In Drug Market, Experts Warn. (Newsweek)
Newsweek (7/13) Joseph J. Palamar, MPH, PhD, associate professor, Department of Population Health, “published a study last year detailing the ‘new ketamine concoction’ confounding both users and authorities.”
Three AI Technologies Poised To Transform IBD Care. (Medscape)
Medscape (7/15)* Discussing the use of AI in medicine, Seth A. Gross, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, clinical chief, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said, “AI is when algorithms use data to simulate human intelligence.”
Newly Approved Donanemab Brings Another Treatment Option for Alzheimer Disease: Joel Salinas, MD, MBA. (Neurology Live)
Neurology Live (7/13) Joel Salinas, MD, MBA, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, the Pearl I. Barlow Center for Memory Evaluation and Treatment and the chief medical officer at Isaac Health, discussed the FDA’s approval of “donanemab (Kisunla; Eli Lilly and Company) as a 350 mg/20 mL once-monthly injection for intravenous infusion for the treatment of adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer disease.”
Major Shift In The Clinical Definition Of PD Triggers Debate. (Medscape)
Medscape (7/12)* Discussing recent research surrounding Parkinson’s disease and the detection of misfolded and aggregated alpha-synuclein protein, Un J. Kang, MD, the Founders Professor of Neurology, Department of Neurology, professor, Department of Neuroscience and Physiology, told Medscape Medical News that alpha-synuclein has “very high diagnostic accuracy” but cautioned that the adoption of a biological definition for PD would not usurp a clinical diagnosis.
Obesity And AMD: Is There A Link? (WebMD)
WebMD (7/5) Discussing research into potential links between obesity and age-related macular degeneration, Vaidehi S. Dedania, MD, associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, said, “What we tell patients is the most well-established modifiable risk factor is smoking. The other ones, such as obesity and other lifestyle things, they’re not as strongly associated.”
Can Prednisone Help Ulcerative Colitis? (Health Central)
Health Central (7/12) Discussing medications that can help patients with ulcerative colitis, David P. Hudesman, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, says, “Some of them might take up to two months.”
Heinz Endowments Awards $9.3 Million For Climate, Environment, Health. (Philanthropy News Digest)
Philanthropy News Digest (7/15) The Heinz Endowments has announced $9.3 million in grants to 35 organizations for climate, environment, and health initiatives, including $6.3 million for environmental and healthcare efforts, $2.2 million for climate projects, and $830,000 for food security; recipients include the Capital Good Fund, Community Foundation for the Alleghenies, and Southwest Pennsylvania Environmental Health Project, with some grants informed by a 2023 study from the NYU Grossman School of Medicine on emission reductions post-Shenango Coke Works closure.
Summer Safety Tips For Pets And Kids. (TODAY)
TODAY (7/12) Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, offers “tips for avoiding heat-related illnesses, how to spot the warning signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion, and how to make sure pets stay safe too amid high temps.”
Stroke Signs, Symptoms, Recovery And Preventative Measures: Life Changes A Survivor May Face. (Fox News)
Fox News (7/12) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, “breaks down frightening statistics about stroke cases in the U.S. and reacts to a study showing that marijuana use is outpacing alcohol use.”
Fox News (7/14) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation “noted that cisplatin is a ‘highly effective treatment’ for testicular cancer, improving the cure rate from 10% to 90% when used in combination with other drugs.”
Fox News (7/13) Discussing cancer prevention, Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, said, “A diet rich in antioxidants, including berries, nuts, fruit, vegetables, olives and unsaturated fats (Mediterranean diet) has been shown to decrease the risk of many cancers.”
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn
Can A Yeast Infection Cause Sores? (Health Central)
Health Central (7/12) Discussing potential symptoms of vaginal yeast infections, Meleen Chuang, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Health Centers, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, said, “If the infection is severe, it can cause areas of skin breakdown, and these might worsen if frequent scratching is involved. Sores are not usually seen with a yeast infection.”
Can You Get Pregnant With PCOS And Endometriosis? (Health Central)
Health Central (7/11) “Endometriosis is a condition where the tissue that usually lines the uterus – called the endometrium or endometrial tissue – grows elsewhere, on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and other pelvic structures, says Meleen Chuang, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Health Centers, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn.”
What Causes Bleeding Between Periods? (Health Central)
Health Central (7/12) Discussing the potential for uterine fibroids causing vaginal bleeding, Meleen Chuang, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Health Centers, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, said, “They can cause bleeding between periods by disrupting the endometrial lining.”
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
Unmet Needs Persist For Patients With Melanoma. (Targeted Oncology)
Targeted Oncology (7/13) Maya Dimitrova, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, discusses some of the unmet needs in melanoma and how abstracts presented at the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting address these.
