News from NYU Langone Health
Baby receives heart transplant
ABC7 Eyewitness News
An 11-month-old infant named Uncia celebrated an early birthday following a successful, life-saving heart transplant at the hospital at NYU Langone. Uncia suffered from dilated cardiomyopathy, a condition that caused her heart to swell to three times its normal size, requiring temporary surgery while she waited for a donor. Her mother expressed immense joy at the prospect of finally taking her home to live a normal life with her siblings, as the baby has only ever known the hospital. Medical teams report that Uncia has shown no signs of organ rejection or complications.
9/18/2026
American innovation: Organ transplantation
The Great American Journey
Robert Montgomery, MD, PhD, the H. Leon Pachter, MD Professor of Surgery and chair of the Department of Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and director of the NYU Langone Transplant Institute, discussed the state of modern transplantation on The Great American Journey. While surgical outcomes for current transplants are extremely high, Dr. Montgomery highlighted a severe supply crisis, noting that only 10% of patients with organ failure make it onto the waitlist. To combat this scarcity, NYU Langone researchers are pioneering next-generation technologies, including robotic-assisted surgeries, xenotransplantation using gene-edited animal organs, bioartificial 3D-printed structures, and fully implantable mechanical artificial organs.
9/19/2026
Urban Hospital Systems Formally End Gender Care in Deals With Justice Department
The Wall Street Journal
Two major health systems agreed in legal settlements to end gender treatments for minors, the Justice Department said Friday, expanding the list of providers who have agreed to deals under pressure from the Trump administration. NYU Langone Health and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center had already stopped the treatments in the face of regulatory pressure since President Trump returned to office. An NYU Langone spokesman said the agreement protects confidential information about patients under 18 who received gender care and their providers.
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9/18/2026
Kips Bay community rallies to save local AMC movie theater from early closure
FOX 5 New York
Local residents and elected officials gathered Sunday in Kips Bay to rally against the potential closure of a neighborhood movie theater that NYU Langone Health is under contract to purchase. NYU Langone said: “When the owner of the Second Avenue property approached us most recently regarding a potential sale, we recognized that the site's proximity to our hospital could help support those long-term community health care needs. The purchase remains under contract and is not expected to close until early next year. Years before NYU Langone was approached about the property, AMC and the landlord entered into a lease granting either party a right to terminate at any time.”
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9/20/2026
Common antibiotic linked to higher risk of death in adults, major study finds
Fox News
A new JAMA Network Open study links the antibiotic cefepime to a slightly higher all-cause mortality risk compared to other beta-lactam drugs (6.6% versus 6.2%). Researchers suggest proper dosing challenges may play a role. Marc Siegel, MD, a primary care physician and clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, noted the study emphasizes re-analyzing older data, adding that underlying conditions can complicate determining treatment risks. Isaac Dapkins, MD, chief medical officer for the Family Health Centers at NYU Langone, stressed the findings show correlation, not causation. He advised patients not to worry and to follow provider recommendations for necessary infections.
9/15/2026
Many women report being ‘dismissed’ by doctors. The problems extend far beyond the exam room
CNN
A new survey from Gallup and Pivotal reveals that one-third of women in the U.S. have struggled to get doctors to take their symptoms seriously, with these health issues affecting their work and home lives. According to the poll, 51% of women reported negative healthcare experiences compared to 39% of men. The article notes a historical tendency to assume women are exaggerating their symptoms. Sahnah Lim, MPH, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, states that this has been an issue for centuries.
9/18/2026
The September 11 cancer wave ahead
CNN
More people have now died from environmental illnesses after the 9/11 attacks than during the tower collapses. Alan Arslan, MD, assistant professor in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, calls it one of the largest man-made disasters in US history. Leigh Wilson, DO, MPH, medical director of the WTC Environmental Health Centre and clinical associate professor of medicine at Grossman School of Medicine, notes their program gets 120 new patients a month. The article discusses rising cancer rates, especially mesothelioma, and also quotes experts from Northwell Health and Mount Sinai Health System.
9/19/2026
Why older pedestrians fare worse in car crashes
Daily Camera
Older pedestrians have a higher death rate in motor vehicle crashes compared to younger people, a trend that has not improved in nearly two decades. Researchers cite factors including greater physical frailty and slower reaction times. Charles DiMaggio, PhD, an injury epidemiologist, professor in the Departments of Surgery and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, states, 'the consequences of injuries are stratospherically different the older you get.' The article also highlights increased risks from larger vehicles like SUVs and the recent growth in e-bike usage. Proposed solutions include safer street designs, such as those promoted by the Vision Zero initiative.
9/18/2026
Should you take a migraine cocktail?
HealthCentral
A 'migraine cocktail' is a customized combination of medications given intravenously in a hospital setting to treat severe migraines that do not respond to usual treatments. According to Shae Datta, MD, division director of Concussion at NYU Langone Health Hospital–Long Island and co-director of NYU Langone's Concussion Center, this approach is used when over-the-counter drugs or home strategies fail. Dr. Datta notes that the cocktail's ingredients, which may include anti-nausea drugs, NSAIDs, steroids, and triptans, are tailored to the individual's needs. Combination therapy is typically more effective than a single medication and is administered in a medical setting for safety.
9/18/2026
What Is Your Life Expectancy With Ulcerative Colitis?
HealthCentral
Most people with ulcerative colitis (UC) can have a life expectancy similar to those without the condition, especially with an effective treatment plan. The article notes that while life expectancy is generally normal, UC raises the risk of complications like colorectal cancer, toxic megacolon, and blood clots. Roshini Rajapaksa, MD, an associate professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, explains that UC can change over time as inflammation progresses, and controlling this underlying inflammation is key to managing other related health issues throughout the body. The importance of regular screenings and adhering to medical treatments is emphasized.
9/18/2026
Oral GLP-1s, Medicare Bridge Reshape Obesity Care: Holly Lofton, MD
American Journal of Managed Care
In an interview, Holly Lofton, MD, clinical associate professor of medicine and surgery and director of the Medical Weight Management Program at NYU Langone Health, discussed how new oral glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agents and an expanded Medicare pathway are reshaping obesity care. She noted that while these developments have widened access to pharmacotherapy, weight bias among clinicians and patients continues to prevent many eligible individuals from starting treatment. Dr. Lofton explained that label expansions for weight-related conditions and the new Medicare GLP-1 Bridge program have been monumental, particularly for seniors.
9/18/2026
GLP-1 prescriptions for young children are rising, but remain rare
ConsumerAffairs
A new study from NYU Langone Health examined national GLP-1 prescription trends for obesity among young children. Researchers, including lead investigator Babak Orandi, MD, PhD, associate professor in the Departments of Surgery and Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, found that while overall use remains low, it is accelerating rapidly. The study, which used the Epic Cosmos database, showed that for children ages 8 to 11 with obesity, prescriptions increased significantly. Researcher Allan Massie, PhD, an associate professor in the Departments of Surgery and Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, also noted the importance of ensuring equitable access to these treatments as their use grows.
9/18/2026
‘Dawson’s Creek’ Star Guided Joe Amabile Amid Brain Tumor Diagnosis
TV Shows Ace
Joe Amabile, from 'Bachelor in Paradise,' revealed he had surgery for a brain tumor at NYU Langone Health after being referred by actress Busy Philipps. Philipps, who had a similar experience, recommended her care team and connected Amabile with John Golfinos, MD, co-director of the Brain Tumor Center at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center and chair of the Department of Neurosurgery.. Amabile stated that the conversation with Philipps made him feel very confident going into the procedure. His wife, Serena Pitt, praised Philipps for selflessly offering her time and referring them to NYU Langone Health.
9/19/2026
Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt get candid about Joe's brain surgery for malignant tumor
Reality TV World
Television personalities Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt discussed Amabile's recent surgery for a malignant brain tumor. Amabile detailed his fear before the operation but noted the surgery went well. His physician, Alexandra Miller, MD, chief of neuro-oncology and co-director of the Brain and Spine Tumor Center at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center, stated that Amabile has a good prognosis because the tumor was discovered early. Amabile is now recovering and will take daily anti-seizure medication. The tumor was found during a full-body MRI scan.
9/20/2026
UroToday
Researchers have identified the mitotic kinase BUB1B as a driver of castration-resistant prostate cancer and resistance to treatments like enzalutamide. The study, co-authored by Maria Revuelta, PhD, research instructor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, found that high BUB1B expression correlated with disease progression. Data suggests that targeting CENP-E, a primary substrate of BUB1B, with a small-molecule inhibitor suppressed tumor growth in enzalutamide-resistant models. The findings position CENP-E inhibition as a promising approach for treatment-resistant prostate cancer.
9/20/2026
Parental discipline, restraint and ebikes
American Thinker
An opinion piece discusses the dangers of e-bikes for children, highlighting a significant increase in severe injuries and fatalities. The author cites a May 2026 study from NYU Langone Health titled “The Fast and the Fragile: Neurosurgical Trauma in the Age of Micromobility.” The research, which analyzed 900 e-bike and scooter injury patients at Bellevue Hospital, found that approximately one-third suffered traumatic brain injuries and 30% required intensive care. The study also noted that the majority of riders were not wearing helmets. The author urges parental discipline and caution against providing children with high-speed e-bikes.
9/20/2026
‘Needs to Be Fired’: Jared Young’s Fall Draws Call for Investigation Over Medical Response
Yahoo Sports
Following a head injury sustained by Mets player Jared Young during a game, criticism emerged over the on-field medical response. Young was taken to a hospital, where his CT scan results were negative. In an interview, Dennis Cardone, DO, a sports medicine specialist and chief of the Division of Primary Care Sports Medicine at NYU Langone Health, commented that this result is valuable for ruling out the most serious head injury complications. The team's interim manager said the player's prognosis is optimistic for recovery.
9/20/2026
25 Ways Marketing Worked: Campaigns AI Engines Cite
Everything PR News
An analysis of successful marketing campaigns highlights NYU Langone Health for running one of the nation's strongest physician-finder SEO operations, noting its individual physician profiles rank highly for specialty-plus-city queries. The report also cites competitors NewYork-Presbyterian for coordinating content across its medical schools and Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) for dominating oncology-specific AI citations. The article emphasizes creating durable content infrastructure as a key to success in the current AI-driven search environment, also recognizing Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic for their respective strategies.
9/20/2026
AI anxiety is real. Here’s how to deal with it, according to therapists.
The Washington Post
Public apprehension tied to the accelerated development of artificial intelligence, dubbed 'AI anxiety,' is increasing, according to therapists and researchers. The phenomenon stems from fears of job loss, the inability to distinguish real from AI-generated content, and a lack of control over the technology's rapid progression. Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, notes that not knowing what is real can be disorienting and raises fears of being scammed by a deepfake. Therapists recommend boosting AI literacy and connecting with the physical world to manage these feelings.
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9/18/2026
Cosmopolitan
An article provides a guide to laser tattoo removal, featuring expert advice from dermatologists. Yoon-Soo Cindy Bae, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, discusses pain management options, the number of sessions required, and how outcomes can vary. Dr. Bae notes that while skin can return to its original appearance, sometimes a faint shadow may remain. She also emphasizes aftercare, recommending treating the area like a wound. The piece also covers the difference in results for deeper skin tones and the higher safety profile of seeking treatment from a board-certified dermatologist versus a med-spa.
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9/18/2026
Psoriatic Arthritis: A Look at Efforts to Predict, Intercept, and Diagnose It Early
Medscape
Researchers are exploring ways to predict, intercept, and diagnose psoriatic arthritis (PsA) early, as up to 30% of psoriasis patients develop the condition. Jose Scher, MD, the Steere Abramson Professor of Medicine, director of the NYU Langone's Judith and Stewart Colton Center for Autoimmunity, and director of the NYU Langone Health Psoriatic Arthritis Center, at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, notes that current screening tools often produce false positives. The article reviews prediction models like PRESTO-PsA and disease interception research, including the PAMPA trial, for which Dr. Scher is an investigator, studying if a biologic can prevent transition to PsA.
9/21/2026
Her son was dying, but his rare cancer made it difficult to get the right drug
CBS News
The article details the struggle of Mason Henderson, a young man with a rare brain tumor, to get insurance coverage for a recommended drug. His neuro-oncologists, including Jessica Schulte, MD, neuro-oncologist and administrative director of the Adolescent and Young Adult Neuro-Oncology program at the NYU Langone Brain & Spine Tumor Center, advocated for the treatment based on his tumor's genetics. Dr. Schulte, who also led a clinical trial Henderson participated in, noted the difficulty of treating such rare cancers due to the lack of large studies. After a six-week battle, the family secured the drug, but Henderson passed away. Dr. Schulte stated that faster treatment would have been better.
9/21/2026
What Happens to Your Gut When You Drink Coffee Every Day
EatingWell
Anju M. Malieckal, MD, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, notes that while coffee affects individuals differently, daily consumption offers several potential gut health benefits, especially for those prone to constipation. Dr. Malieckal explains that coffee activates the gastrocolic reflex in the morning, which stimulates bowel activity and peristaltic contractions. Furthermore, she highlights that coffee triggers the release of gastrin to promote stomach acid production, alongside bile acids and pancreatic enzymes that assist with nutrient absorption. Experts generally recommend keeping intake under 4 cups daily to avoid negative side effects.
9/21/2026
President Trump announces lower Rx prices for Medicaid
Fox News
In a segment on 'Fox Report,' Marc Siegel, MD, a primary care physician and clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, who is also a senior medical analyst for Fox News, discussed President Trump's announcement of lower prescription drug prices for Medicaid. Dr. Siegel analyzed the potential effects of the 'TrumpRx' plan and also commented on the health considerations associated with AI data centers.
9/19/2026
Even medical professionals are skipping health insurance because of high prices
The Washington Post
Rising health insurance costs are leading some medical professionals to forgo coverage for their families, relying instead on savings or paying out-of-pocket. The trend is exacerbated by the expiration of pandemic-era Affordable Care Act subsidies. The article notes that while healthier people are more likely to opt out, this can drive up premiums for sicker individuals who remain insured. Commenting on the issue, Arthur Caplan, PhD, a bioethicist and professor emeritus at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, suggests that medical ethics guidelines discouraging doctors from treating relatives may need review as care becomes less accessible.
9/20/2026
Montana Is Trying To Break the FDA's Monopoly on Experimental Treatments
Before It's News
A new Montana law, Senate Bill 535, is expanding the federal Right to Try Act to allow patients with any condition to access experimental therapies that have cleared Phase 1 trials, bypassing the full FDA approval process. Unlike the federal program, Montana’s law allows companies to profit from these treatments. While proponents suggest this model will lower costs and increase patient access, critics raise concerns about the lack of oversight. Arthur Caplan, PhD, former head of the Division of Medical Ethics and professor emeritus at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, commented that the program facilitates access to novel interventions for anything and compared it to a gamble rather than structured medical research.
9/18/2026
