News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Health Physician Discusses Symptoms And Treatment Of Fibroids. (WNBC-TV New York)
WNBC-TV (7/29) Taraneh Shirazian, MD, associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, stated, “80 percent of all women have fibroids. I mean, it is the most common pelvic disease,” and she has performed various medical procedures such as myomectomy and hysterectomy; however, she is now offering a less invasive procedure, radiofrequency ablation.
Mets’ Christian Scott Sidelined With UCL Sprain. (New York Post)
The New York Post (7/26) “Michael J. Alaia, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery joins New York Post Sports anchor Dexter Henry to discuss Christian Scott’s sprained right UCL after the Mets placed the 25-year-old hurler on the injured list, what can be done in terms of recovery and how doctors would decide if Tommy John surgery is the best course of action.”
The Current State Of Organ Transplantation. (ABC News)
ABC News (7/28) In a feature segment about organ transplantaion, Robert Montgomery, MD, PhD, the H. Leon Pachter, MD, Professor of Surgery, chair, Department of Surgery, Division of Transplant Surgery, NYU Langone Transplant Institute, said, “The problem is the paradigm is failed and the paradigm is that somebody has to die for someone else to live.”
Optimizing Cholesterol Management With Injectable Lipid-Lowering Therapies. (Pharmacy Times)
Pharmacy Times (7/26) In a Pharmacy Times Clinical Forum, a panel discussed optimizing cholesterol control for patients with ASCVD at high risk for future events where Cristian Merchan, PharmD, BCCP, clinical pharmacy manager, Critical Care and Emergency Medicine, compared the safety profiles of PCSK9 and inclisiran, stating that “the use of inclisiran supported lower LDL level goals and did not increase diabetes or hemorrhagic stroke risk.”
I Accidentally Ate Raw Chicken. Now What? (Women's Health)
Women’s Health (7/26) Jennifer L. Bonheur, MD, clinical instructor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Lenox Hill Hospital, warns, “Raw chicken – as well as its juices – is often contaminated with campylobacter bacteria and sometimes with salmonella and clostridium perfringens.”
Fret Running In The Heat? Check These Weather Metrics Before Each Outdoor Workout. (Runner's World)
Runner’s World (7/26) Heather A. Milton, MS, clinical exercise physiologist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sports Performance Center, explains that exercising raises body temperature, which is regulated by sweating, but in humid environments, “the evaporation process is much lower, meaning that we will try to sweat to cool ourselves but the air cannot accept more of that water,” leading to a feeling of being drenched in sweat because it doesn’t evaporate as quickly.
Social Isolation Increases Risk For Death, Dementia In Older Adults. (Healio)
Healio (7/26) Increased social isolation may be linked to greater risks for several adverse health outcomes in older adults, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open, with Chen Lyu, MS, PhD, research scientist, Division of Biostatistics, and colleagues writing, “The dynamic nature of mental health undergoes constant change; however, much of the existing research on social isolation relies on cross-sectional measurements, overlooking the association between changes in social isolation and subsequent health outcomes.”
Oral Minoxidil For Alopecia Not Affected By Concurrent Antagonistic Medications. (MedPage Today)
MedPage Today (7/26) Low-dose oral minoxidil’s efficacy for alopecia treatment appears unaffected by the use of mechanistically antagonistic medications, such as NSAIDs and stimulants, with changes in median trichometric width and density showing no significant difference between users and non-users of these medications, according to a retrospective study by Kristen Lo Sicco, MD, associate professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, chief, service and director, Skin and Cancer Unit, and colleagues, published in JAAD International, where they wrote, “Providers should encourage patients to adhere to their concurrent medications without fear of impeding progress in their hair growth journey.”
Jonathan Gerber Named Chief Clinical Officer Of NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center. (Cancer Letter)
Paywalled* Cancer Letter (7/26) “Jonathan M. Gerber, member of the faculty, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, chief, chief clinical officer, Perlmutter Cancer Center, was named chief clinical officer of NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center.”
Study Finds Giving Babies Peanut Butter Lowers Their Peanut Allergy Risk. (Today's Chronic)
Today’s Chronic (7/26) Growing evidence suggests that early exposure to peanuts may aid in allergy prevention, with Purvi S. Parikh, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, and Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Allergy and Immunology and spokesperson for the Allergy & Asthma Network, saying that introducing peanuts to children at low risk for allergies can begin at 4 to 6 months old under pediatric supervision, while children with severe eczema and egg allergy should consult an allergist first.
5 Future Physicians Who Have Competed For Olympic Titles. (Becker's Physician Leadership)
Becker’s Physician Leadership (7/26) Derek Maas, BS, second-year medical student, previously competed in the 2024 Olympic trials to join Team USA Swimming, according to a report from the Association of American Medical Colleges.
ASRS 2024: DAVIO Phase 2 Trial 6-Month Data. (Opthalmology Times)
Opthalmology Times (7/28) Yasha S. Modi, MD, associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, spoke about the DAVIO phase 2 trial and the upcoming LUGANO phase 3 trial at the annual ASRS meeting in Stockholm, Sweden, discussing “a wonderful presentation given by Veeral Sheth on some of the EyePoint data” that was “focused on the DAVIO 6-month data.”
Eating Potatoes Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Blood Pressure. (Health Digest)
Health Digest (7/26) Emily Johnston, MPH, PhD, research assistant professor, Department of Medicine, shared that when consumed as part of a balanced diet and in moderation, potatoes can aid in managing high blood pressure and promoting heart health; she recommends healthier preparation methods such as baking, broiling, or steaming with the skin on, and seasoning with herbs and spices instead of butter, oil, or salt.
The Best Type Of Milk To Drink, Depending On Your Health Goals. (HuffPost)
HuffPost (7/29) Dispelling the myth that cow milk is not good for gut health, Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said, “Unless you have lactose intolerance or a milk protein allergy... it really should not be something that’s detrimental to .”
5 Things To Know About The New And Highly Contagious Fungal STI. (SELF Magazine)
SELF Magazine (7/26) A rare, sexually transmitted fungus, Trichophyton mentagrophytes ITS genotype VII (TMVII), has been identified in the U.S. in a New York City man who recently traveled to England, Greece, and California, according to a case report in JAMA Dermatology, with report lead author Avrom S. Caplan, MD, assistant professor, the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology, saying, “It’s problematic because of how it seems to spread, which appears to be through sexual contact.”
News from NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn
What Does Yellow Discharge Mean? 2 Ob-Gyns Explain. (PopSugar)
PopSugar (7/26) Meleen Chuang, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, chief, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Family Health Centers, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, explains that “a yellowish hue can be considered normal,” but yellow discharge may also indicate an issue with your vagina that requires a visit to your healthcare provider.
News from NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island
Introducing Long Island Business Influencers: Healthcare List. (Long Island (NY) Business News)
The Long Island (NY) Business News (7/26) In a special “Long Island Business Influencers: Healthcare 2024” section, the Long Island Business News salutes and recognizes “33 individuals, all of whom work tirelessly to ensure the health and safety of the region,” including Joseph J. Greco, MD, associate professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care, and Pain Medicine, chief, Hospital Operations, chair, Department of Anesthesiology, NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island, under whose “stewardship, NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island introduced an advanced heart failure program, offering patients the latest clinical advances, including heart-assist devices and access to a transplant program with the fastest transplant rates in the state.” Also on the list is Gladys M. Ayala, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, dean, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, who “was integral to the founding team of the innovative accelerated M.D.-granting medical school, which, established in 2019, was the first three-year medical school in the U.S. in more than 100 years.”
NYU Grossman Long Island School Of Medicine Holds White Coat Ceremony. (News 12-TV Long Island (NY))
12-TV (7/26) Medical students received their official white lab coats in a ceremony at NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, marking the beginning of their service in the medical field. Gladys M. Ayala, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, dean, NYU Grossman Long Island School of Medicine, said, “I’m proud of the students that we’re recruiting proud of all of their accomplishments.”
Also reporting are 12-TV (7/27) and 12-TV (7/26).
If You Have Hemorrhoids, Or Inflammation, You Might Want To Take Sitz Baths. What To Know. (My Central Jersey)
My Central Jersey (7/27) Solomon A. David, MD, assistant professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Colorectal Surgery, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island mentioned that the soaking process of sitting in a sitz bath can promote perspiration and “is both therapeutic and cleansing,” adding, “Many of my patients also find it stress-relieving and relaxing.”
