News from NYU Langone Health
NYU Langone Hospital Long Island most No. 1 ranked specialties
Long Island Advance
NYU Langone Health, including NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, has been named to the U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll, with among the most No.1-ranked specialties in the nation. Alec C. Kimmelman, MD, PhD, dean of NYU Grossman School of Medicine and CEO of NYU Langone Health, attributed these top rankings to dedicated care teams whose focus on detail consistently delivers a high standard of quality. All 13 of NYU Langone’s ranked clinical specialties placed in the top 20 nationally, with 12 in the top 10 including No. 1 rankings in neurology and neurosurgery, and cardiology, heart, and vascular surgery. Joseph J. Greco, MD, executive vice president and chief of hospital operations at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, noted that these distinctions underscore the exceptional care available to patients and families on Long Island.
8/12/2026
Meet the supply chain leaders of US News’ Best Hospitals
Becker’s Hospital Review
U.S. News and World Report’s 2026-2027 Best Hospitals Honor Roll recognized 20 hospitals, highlighting their supply chain leaders. The list includes Jacquelyn Marcus, senior vice president of supply chain at NYU Langone Hospitals, a role she has held since 2019. Other New York City-based institutions recognized include Mount Sinai Hospital, led by Carlos Maceda, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia and Cornell, with Anand Joshi, MD, as senior vice president. The report evaluated nearly 4,500 hospitals, with only 16% earning a Best Hospitals designation.
8/12/2026
Egg freezing: What women should know about the process
Eyewitness News Mornings at 10
Frederick Licciardi, MD, a fertility specialist at NYU Langone Health and professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, explains that egg freezing is a manageable two-week process involving injections, monitoring, and retrieval. While the procedure is ideally considered between ages 30 and 32, he stresses that it remains a viable option for women in their late 30s. Success depends on age and individual egg counts, which clinicians assess through ultrasounds and blood tests to provide a personalized prognosis. He advises women to verify insurance coverage, noting out-of-pocket costs typically range from $15,000 to $17,000. Dr. Licciardi emphasizes that public openness helps normalize the procedure and remove associated stigma.
8/11/2026
Psychiatrist reveals how much to walk every day to boost your mood
TODAY
Sudeepta Varma, MD, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, recommends taking two 15-minute walks each day to improve mental health. She suggests that 5,000 to 7,000 steps are sufficient for boosting one’s mood, which is a more manageable goal than the traditional 10,000 steps. According to the article, walking is an evidence-based method for reducing depression and anxiety that allows people to decompress and refocus. The exercise is free and accessible, with additional benefits from being outdoors and getting sunlight exposure, which helps regulate the body’s internal clock.
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8/12/2026
Antibiotic resistance is making it harder to treat this common infection
Women’s Health
Antibiotic resistance is complicating the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs), a common condition affecting millions globally. UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract and are deemed recurrent with two diagnoses in six months, explains Christina M. Escobar, MD, a urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon at NYU Langone Health. She notes that for many years, providers overprescribed antibiotics without proper testing, contributing to the resistance problem. Now, she says the medical community is shifting toward more judicious use of antibiotics and trying to prevent infections with non-antibiotic options, such as cranberry supplements.
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8/12/2026
Research suggests avoiding these 3 things in midlife could delay dementia for years
Health
New research in the journal Neurology indicates a link between avoiding three vascular risk factors in midlife—smoking, diabetes, and abnormal blood pressure—and an average of 13 additional years of dementia-free life. According to study co-author Josef Coresh, MD, PhD, the founding director of the Optimal Aging Institute at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, while prevention does not eliminate dementia, it ‘buys healthy years and shifts risk later.’ The observational study tracked over 12,400 adults for approximately 26 years, highlighting the significant difference in dementia-free years for those with and without these risk factors.
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8/12/2026
Joe Amabile reveals emotional health update 1 week after brain surgery
EntertainmentNow
Reality television personality Joe Amabile provided a health update following brain surgery to remove a tumor. In an Instagram post, Amabile thanked John Golfinos, MD, co-director of the Brain Tumor Center at NYU Langone’s Perlmutter Cancer Center and chair of the Department of Neurosurgery, and his team for their care. While the surgery removed the entire tumor, a low-grade astrocytoma was found, necessitating ongoing treatment. Amabile’s wife also expressed gratitude to the team at NYU Langone Health for their compassion and kindness during his recovery. The article notes his procedure took place at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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8/12/2026
Liver cancer experts co-author new treatment framework for hepatocellular carcinoma
eCancer
Liver cancer experts from 17 North American cancer centers, including NYU Langone Health, have co-authored new treatment guidance for hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The resource, called BEACON-HCC, provides a framework incorporating modern practices and emerging modalities, such as specific radiation therapies and novel drug combinations. Published in Hepatology, it is designed as a more dynamic and adaptable system than the nearly 30-year-old Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer guidelines. In a validation study, experts’ treatment decisions showed 96.6% alignment with BEACON-HCC recommendations. Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Centre and Mount Sinai Medical Centre also participated.
8/11/2026
Why “tanmaxxing” is the latest skin cancer threat
HealthCentral
A social media trend called ‘tanmaxxing’ encourages young people to get as tan as possible, which experts warn raises skin cancer risks. Arielle Kauvar, MD, clinical professor in the Ronald O. Perelman Department of Dermatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, likens it to the 1980s tanning craze but amplified by social media algorithms that can legitimize misinformation. Dr. Kauvar stresses that a tan signifies skin damage, and intentionally seeking UV exposure ignores decades of medical evidence.
8/12/2026
4 reasons to do a digital detox right now
Bustle
Experts advise that taking a break from digital devices can boost mood, improve brain function, regulate sleep, and build better real-life connections. Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical associate professor in NYU Langone’s Department of Psychiatry, explains that constant notifications keep our nervous systems activated, making it difficult to feel settled. She notes our brains are wired for novelty, making phones hard to put down. Naomi Dambreville, PhD, a clinical psychologist at Mount Sinai, adds that digital life can distort attention and negatively impact gratification and mental health. Recommendations include setting screen-time limits and finding offline activities.
8/12/2026
Diabetes guide: Types, symptoms, causes and treatments
WTOP News (Washington, DC)
A comprehensive guide on diabetes outlines its types, symptoms, causes, and treatments, noting that one in eight US adults has the condition. The article covers Type 1, Type 2, prediabetes, and gestational forms of the disease. Gillian Goddard, MD, adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, is quoted on diagnosing Type 1 diabetes at any age and on genetic risk factors for Type 2. She also highlights advancements in Type 2 treatments, including GLP-1 agonists, for their ability to lower blood sugar and reduce the risk of cardiovascular, kidney, and liver disease.
8/11/2026
Function partners with NYU Grossman School of Medicine for longitudinal AI disease detection
HIT Consultant
Function announced a research collaboration with NYU Grossman School of Medicine to develop next-generation AI models for early and preventive disease detection. The initiative combines the deep, longitudinal clinical dataset from NYU Grossman School of Medicine with Function’s multimodal health monitoring pipeline. The initial clinical focus areas will be on early cancer warning signals, longitudinal brain health monitoring, and predictive cardiometabolic risk stratification. The partnership will advance Function’s Medical Intelligence Lab, co-directed by Daniel Sodickson, MD, former Chief of Innovation in Radiology at NYU Langone Health.
8/12/2026
Trump’s childhood-vaccination meddling is all wrong
Intelligencer - New York Magazine
In an interview, Céline Gounder, MD, clinical associate professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, addresses a presidential executive order aiming to alter the childhood vaccination schedule. She states there is no scientific evidence to support the proposed changes, such as separating the MMR vaccine, noting licensed individual shots are not available in the US. Dr. Gounder explains that splitting shots or limiting universal vaccinations for diseases like hepatitis B would lower completion rates and increase health risks. She advises parents to trust their pediatricians for medical guidance rather than politicians.
8/13/2026
