News from NYU Langone Health
Precision medicine, AI and access: Inside NYU Langone’s cancer strategy
Becker's Hospital Review
Anirban Maitra, MD, director of NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, outlined his top strategic priorities in a recent interview. His goals include expanding the clinical trials portfolio across Manhattan and Long Island, ensuring patients can access trials closer to home. Dr. Maitra also plans to leverage NYU Langone Health’s integrated system and electronic medical records to focus on early cancer detection and risk assessment. He succeeds Alec Kimmelman, MD, PhD, the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Professor of Radiation Oncology, who was appointed dean of NYU Grossman School of Medicine and CEO of NYU Langone. Dr. Maitra also emphasized using AI for earlier diagnosis and expanding the role of advanced practice providers.
3/06/2026
OFC Updates for FPIES in Infants, With Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn, MD, PhD
HCP Live
At the 2026 American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology annual meeting, Anna Nowak-Wegrzyn, MD, PhD, professor in the Department of Pediatrics at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, presented updates on food protein–induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES) in infants. She emphasized that FPIES remains a clinical diagnosis, as there are no definitive blood or skin tests. While symptoms like vomiting and lethargy can resemble sepsis, they resolve quickly once the trigger food is removed. Nowak-Wegrzyn also highlighted evolving recommendations for oral food challenges, noting that protocols are being simplified to facilitate the introduction of common foods for infants.
3/07/2026
Is It OK for Kids To Say 'Mogging'? Child Psychologists Weigh In
Parade Magazine
The slang term 'mogging,' which means to look or perform better than someone else, can negatively impact children and teens by focusing on physical appearance. Experts note this can erode self-esteem, increase social insecurity, and lead to anxiety or depression. Joseph Laino, PsyD, a psychologist and the assistant director at Sunset Terrace Family Health Center at NYU Langone, explains that it can hinder the development of strong relationships based on inner qualities. He advises parents to approach the topic calmly and remind teens that a person's worth is not determined by physical attributes or material possessions.
3/08/2026
HCP Live
Recent studies highlight significant shortcomings in patient awareness and the prescription of guideline-directed medical therapy for heart failure. In an interview, Bernard S. Kadosh, MD, medical director of the ventricular assist device and cardiogenic shock programs at NYU Langone Health, emphasized the importance of patient education. He noted that heart failure is not a linear disease, and it is crucial to teach patients about its trajectory and stages to help them understand that progression can be stabilized with therapy. A 2023 study found that only 37% of patients with validated heart failure were aware of their diagnosis.
3/08/2026
Don't Be Ashamed—Midrun Pooping Is More Common Than You Think. Here’s What Causes It.
Runner's World
Runner's diarrhea is a common issue caused by physiological changes during exercise, the mechanical impact of running, and stress. Sophie M. Balzora, MD, a gastroenterologist and clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, notes that while common, it is typically not a serious medical issue. The article explains that triggers can include high-fiber or high-fat foods eaten before a run. To reduce the risk, runners can time their pre-run snack, develop a consistent nutrition strategy, and manage stress. A doctor should be consulted for symptoms like bloody stool or changes in bowel habits.
3/06/2026
Scientists find THREE 'distinct' types of ADHD in groundbreaking study
Daily Mail
An international study published in JAMA Psychiatry has identified three distinct biotypes of ADHD, which could help improve diagnostics and treatments. Researchers analyzed MRI scans from children and identified three subgroups based on brain gray matter differences. The study collected patient data from several institutions, including NYU Langone Health. The three biotypes are a severe-combined type with emotional dysregulation, a predominantly hyperactive and impulsive type, and a predominantly inattentive type. Experts not involved in the research noted the findings could lead to more personalized care for the condition.
3/06/2026
Poll results: The impact of MLO’s Lab of the Year recognition
Medical Laboratory Observer
A poll by Medical Laboratory Observer (MLO) found that lab professionals believe winning MLO’s Lab of the Year recognition primarily boosts staff recognition, engagement, and retention. The article also highlighted the 2025 award recipients, naming the NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine as a runner-up. The department was recognized for its dedication to leadership excellence. Other winners included the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic Florida as Lab of the Year and Mohawk Valley Health System Laboratory as another runner-up.
3/06/2026
I just had a skin cancer scare. Here’s what my doctor would want you to know
The Independent (US)
In a first-person account, journalist Julia Musto details her recent skin cancer scare. After noticing changes in a mole on her cheek, she sought treatment at NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center, where a biopsy was performed. The results indicated the cells were not yet melanoma but had features that could lead to it. Musto's experience serves as a backdrop for a broader discussion on skin cancer, the most common type of cancer, highlighting risk factors, the importance of self-exams, and early detection, with insights from the American Cancer Society.
Also reporting was: The Independent (UK), Aol, Yahoo Health
3/07/2026
Do hats make you go bald? What to know about root causes of hair loss
USA Today
An article on the causes of hair loss clarifies that wearing hats does not cause baldness, as the source is typically internal. According to NYU Langone Health, hair grows in a three-phase cycle, and it is natural to lose 50 to 100 follicles daily. This process can be disrupted by factors such as thyroid imbalance, childbirth, surgery, or vitamin deficiencies, which cause hair to enter a non-replenishing resting phase. Other contributors include genetics, autoimmune conditions, stress, and certain medications. The article also discusses various treatment options available for different types of hair loss.
Also reporting was: Aol, Yahoo Health
3/08/2026
A study suggests we might still be aware after “Time of Death”
Vocal
A 2023 study by Sam Parnia, MD, PhD, professor in the Department of Medicine at NYU Langone Health, and director of Critical Care and Resuscitation Research at NYU Langone Health, and colleagues analyzed over 550 patients who experienced in-hospital cardiac arrest. The research found that some brains remained active for up to an hour during CPR, even after the heart had stopped. Researchers identified CPR-induced consciousness and recalled experiences during cardiac arrest. EEG monitoring revealed brain wave patterns associated with memory and conscious perception, challenging the traditional understanding that brain activity ceases immediately after clinical death.
3/08/2026
