News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Hospitals Once Again Earn Top Marks For Patient Safety. (Long Island (NY))
Long Island (NY) (11/15) NYU Langone Health has received top marks for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, for the ninth consecutive time, with Robert I. Grossman, MD, dean and CEO, saying, “This exceptional achievement once again reflects our entire team’s commitment to consistently delivering the safest, highest-quality care possible.”
NYU Langone-Brooklyn Again Wins Straight-A Ratings For Healthcare Safety. Brooklyn (NY) Daily Eagle (11/15) Following the announcement of Leapfrog’s ratings, Bret J. Rudy, MD, senior vice president and chief of hospital operations, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, said, “Residents can feel confident they will receive world-class care across various specialties right here in their community,” noting that earning the “top safety score nine times in a row underscores our team’s incredible dedication to safety and quality.”
Also reporting are Huntington (NY) Patch (11/15), News 12-TV (11/15), and News 12 Brooklyn (USA)(11/16)
Safety Ratings At The 10 Best Hospitals For GI Care And Surgery. (Becker's ASC Review)
Becker’s ASC Review (11/15) NYU Langone Hospitals was ranked number five on a list of the top 10 hospitals for gastroenterology care and surgery in 2024.
Safety Ratings At The 10 Best Hospitals For Orthopedic Surgery. (Becker's Orthopedic & Spine Review)
Becker’s Orthopedic & Spine Review (11/15) Leapfrog has updated its fall 2024 safety rankings, giving NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital an ‘A’ grade for patient safety.
Home Depot CEO Ted Decker Live. (CNBC)
CNBC (11/15) In advance of the ribbon-cutting ceremony at The Home Depot Emergency Department at NYU Langone Health—Cobble Hill on Friday, Ted Decker joined Squawk Box on CNBC to highlight Ken Langone’s, chair of the NYU Langone Board of Trustees, ongoing contributions to the community, including his work with NYU Langone Health.
NYU Langone Ignored In Plea To Hochul To Exempt Congestion Pricing For Vulnerable Patients, Staff. (New York Post)
New York Post (11/15) In a letter of appeal to Governor Hochul, Joseph J. Lhota, executive vice president and vice dean, chief financial office, chief of staff, wrote, “We have heard directly from patients who are concerned about how congestion pricing will impact their ability to access our facilities for care,” noting the tolls “are an expense that many patients cannot afford.”
Also reporting are CBS News New York (11/15), and a second piece by CBS News New York(11/15). Reporting in broadcast coverage were CBS News New York (11/15), WABC-TV New York (11/17), and WNBC-TV New York (11/16).
NJ Car Crash Victim With Historic Face Transplant Shares Joyful Engagement Photos. (New York Post)
The New York Post (11/15) Joe DiMeo, who underwent a groundbreaking face and double hand transplant at NYU Langone Health following severe burns from a 2018 car accident, shared engagement photos with his fiancée Jessica Perez, receiving widespread support.
Knee Arthritis: Types, Signs And Treatments. (WTOP-FM Washington)
WTOP-FM Washington (11/14) Matthew Hepinstall, MD, associate professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, said that while no treatment can cure or delay knee arthritis progression, physical therapy and lifestyle changes can help patients manage the condition, and he added that recovery from knee replacement surgery can take several months, with significant improvements typically noted by the third or fourth month.
Rethinking How To Take Control Of Your Health Care. (Larchmont-Mamaroneck (NY) Patch)
The Larchmont-Mamaroneck (NY) Patch (11/15) Tina R. Sadarangani, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Population Health, discussed the critical role of patient self-advocacy within a challenged healthcare system at the Larchmont-Mamaroneck Local Summit, sharing insights from her experience caring for her father and emphasizing the importance of effective communication with healthcare providers, while introducing CareMobi, a mobile app developed by her team at NYU Langone Health to aid patients and caregivers in managing health information and coordinating care.
Dad Embraces New Career As Daughter Diagnosed With Rare Illness. (East Meadow (NY) Patch)
The East Meadow (NY) Patch (11/15) Jonathon Negron, a retired FDNY EMS captain and part of the EMS team at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, chose to work there due to the institution’s role in diagnosing his daughter Kaitlyn’s rare medical condition; specialists at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at NYU Langone Health, including Frank Cecchin, MD, the Andrall E. Pearson Professor of Pediatric Cardiology, Department of Pediatrics, professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, identified her arrhythmia as paroxysmal heart block, leading to her receiving a pacemaker.
Think Your Office Coffee Mug Is Safe? It Might Be Full Of Germs, Finds Study. (Economic Times (IND))
The Economic Times (IND) (11/15) Philip M. Tierno, PhD, clinical professor, Department of Pathology, addressed the widespread issue of improper hygiene, explaining that fecal matter can spread easily due to poor handwashing, and emphasized the importance of thorough handwashing to prevent the spread of infections and viruses.
Road To RSNA 2024: MRI Preview. (AuntMinnie)
AuntMinnie (11/14) At the RSNA 2024 meeting, a team from NYU Grossman School of Medicine will present findings that diffusion MRI is a clinically feasible method for monitoring disease progression in multiple sclerosis patients.
Lorecivivint May Be The “First Disease-Modifying Treatment” For Knee Osteoarthritis. (Healio)
Healio (11/16) Lorecivivint has shown superiority over placebo in improving pain, function, and structure in knee osteoarthritis patients, with Yusuf Yazici, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, saying, “This is the first study to show benefit in pain, function and structure in knee OA patients in the same study, as far as we know.”
Two Treatments That Don’t Work For Osteoarthritis. (MedPage Today)
MedPage Today (11/17) In presentations at the American College of Rheumatology annual meeting, two randomized trials demonstrated that neither colchicine nor a combination of herbal supplements, including curcumin and pine bark extract, showed significant benefits over placebo for osteoarthritis (OA) treatment, with Jonathan Samuels, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, discussing the colchicine trial that revealed no substantial improvement in knee OA symptoms, while the supplement trial, led by Xiaoqian Liu, MD, from the University of Sydney, found similar results for hand OA, with both studies limited by their 12-week duration and pandemic-related challenges.
Big Comeback For Myeloma Drug; DIY Cancer Therapy; Gut Clues To Bladder Cancer. (MedPage Today)
MedPage Today (11/15) A roundup of cancer-related news features NYU Langone Health’s remote skin analysis which “proved accurate for diagnosing melanoma” by telemedicine.
Uniting To Support Patients With Cancer Beyond Treatment. (American Journal of Managed Care)
American Journal of Managed Care (11/17) Kasey Bond, MPH, senior director, Operations, Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed the importance of strategic partnerships between academic institutions and community-based oncology practices during a discussion with the American Journal of Managed Care.
Catheter Ablation Superior To Antiarrhythmic Drugs In VT With Ischemic Cardiomyopathy. (Healio)
Healio (11/17) The VANISH2 trial, presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, revealed that catheter ablation improved outcomes compared to antiarrhythmic drug therapy in patients with ventricular tachycardia and ischemic cardiomyopathy, reducing death by 16% and VT emergency treatment by 74%, with Lior Jankelson, MD, PhD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, saying the trial provides substantial evidence supporting VT ablation as a first-line therapy.
Fitness Pros Love Steady-State Cardio. Here’s Why You Should Give It A Try. (Well and Good)
Well and Good (11/17) Fitness professionals highlighted the advantages of steady-state cardio, which is aerobic activity “meaning your body is utilizing oxygen, and using fat as energy rather than carbohydrates,” Heather Milton, MS, clinical exercise physiologist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sports Performance Center, explained.
70 Princess Cruise Passengers, Crew Sick With Norovirus In Outbreak. (USA Today)
USA Today (11/15) A recent norovirus outbreak on a cruise ship has sickened 70 people, but occurences on cruises make up just 1% of outbreaks, and Sarah E. Hochman, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases & Immunology, section chief, Infectious Diseases, Tisch Hospital, said, “There’s not something special or unique about cruise ships,” noting the outbreaks can happen in “any type of congregate setting, “
Gluten-Free Goodies. (WCBS-TV New York)
WCBS-TV (11/17) Gluten-free options are gaining attention as 6% of Americans have gluten allergies, and according to NYU Langone Health, one-third of the population is attempting to avoid gluten.
Dr Marc Siegel Shares Concerns About Increase In Walking Pneumonia Cases. (Fox News)
Fox News (11/16) With the spike in infections primarily affecting young children, Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation speaks about common sources, symptoms and treatments.
DC Area Hospitals See Unusual Spike In Walking Pneumonia, Mostly In Young Children. (WJLA-TV Washington)
WJLA-TV Washington (11/14) The D.C. area is experiencing an unprecedented surge in walking pneumonia, particularly affecting younger children, with MedStar reporting a 358% increase in cases this October compared to last year, and antibiotics like Z-Pak running low at pharmacies; Dr. 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, suggested a new, more aggressive strain of Mycoplasma may be to blame.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
Some People Swear Drinking Coke Helps Migraine Attacks. Here’s What Experts Think. (SELF Magazine)
SELF Magazine (11/15) Some individuals have found relief from migraine attacks by consuming Coca-Cola alongside Excedrin, and Shae Datta, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurology, NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, explains that caffeine in Coke can alleviate migraine pain by constricting brain blood vessels and blocking adenosine, a chemical that increases during attacks.
