NYU Langone and NYU Grossman in the News
NYU Langone opens advanced imaging center
Becker's Hospital Review
NYU Langone Health has opened a 28,000-square-foot imaging center, NYU Langone Radiology—Upper West Side, in Manhattan. The center provides imaging for breast, neurological, cardiovascular, and cancer care, featuring technologies like integrated PET/MR, advanced cardiac CT, and 3D mammography with artificial intelligence. Results, interpreted by subspecialty-trained radiologists, are connected to NYU Langone’s electronic health record system, with patient access available through the NYU Langone Health app and MyChart portal.
10/12/2026
Repair with anatomic restoration reliable for latissimus dorsi, teres major tears
Orthopedics Today
This article details a surgical technique for repairing latissimus dorsi and teres major tears, a growing issue for baseball pitchers. The authors advocate for a single-incision posterior axillary approach for high-grade ruptures, while nonoperative management is suitable for partial injuries. The piece provides contact information for Brandon J. Erickson, MD, of Northwell Health, and Bradley Lezak, MD, MPH, orthopedic surgery resident at NYU Langone Health. A structured rehabilitation protocol is outlined, with full recovery for pitchers potentially taking up to 12 months.
10/12/2026
Pope Leo announces upcoming surgery to get rid of localized tumor
Fox Business
Fox News senior medical analyst Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor of medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, discusses Pope Leo XIV's upcoming lung tumor surgery. Dr. Siegel notes the tumor is likely Stage 1A. He also analyzes a new study suggesting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs can slow biological aging.
Also reporting was: The Rita Cosby Show
10/12/2026
Maralixibat eases cholestatic pruritus in phase 3 EXPAND trial
HCP Live
The phase 3 EXPAND trial demonstrated that maralixibat (Livmarli) significantly reduced cholestatic pruritus versus placebo in patients with ultra-rare cholestatic liver diseases. The trial met its primary endpoint, with data showing a 69% placebo-adjusted decrease in serum bile acids. Jennifer M. Vittorio, MD, PhD, associate professor of pediatrics and medical director of the Pediatric Liver Transplant Program at NYU Langone Health, called the improvements in pruritus and serum bile acid levels compelling. Based on these results, Mirum Pharmaceuticals intends to submit a supplemental new drug application to the FDA in the first half of 2027.
Also reporting was: Fierce Pharma
10/12/2026
Best breast cancer centers in NYC and nearby
New York Family
An article on leading breast cancer centers in the New York City area features NYU Langone Health’s Perlmutter Cancer Center. The piece notes that Perlmutter is an NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center with dozens of locations across NYC and Long Island, offering convenient access to care. It highlights that patients have access to a full team of specialists, including breast surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists. Other institutions mentioned include Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Mount Sinai, NewYork-Presbyterian, Montefiore, and Northwell Health.
10/12/2026
Continuously evolving cells help pancreatic cancer evade treatment and spread
Medical Xpress
A study led by researchers at NYU Langone Health and its Perlmutter Cancer Center found that pancreatic cancer cells continuously reshape their genetic makeup to evade treatment and spread. The analysis, published in Nature Genetics, revealed increased activity of the MYC gene in aggressive tumor cell populations. According to lead investigator Despoina Kalfakakou, PhD, a postdoctoral research fellow at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and Perlmutter Cancer Center, these findings suggest targeting tumor evolution maya restrain the cancer's progression. Co-senior investigator Aristotelis Tsirigos, PhD, a professor in the Departments of Medicine and Pathology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, added that the results highlight the role of clonal diversity.
10/13/2026
AAO 2026: What the first whole eye transplant has taught surgeons
Ophthalmology Times
Speaking at the American Academy of Ophthalmology 2026 Annual Meeting, Vaidehi S. Dedania, MD, an associate professor of ophthalmology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, discussed the first whole eye transplant. Performed at NYU Langone Health in May 2023, the procedure showed that a donor eye can be reperfused and remain functional in a recipient. Three years later, while the patient's sight has not been restored due to irreparable optic nerve damage, the eye is functioning and some photoreceptors were unexpectedly preserved. The complex surgery involved a collaboration of over 20 medical specialties.
10/12/2026
Which hair loss treatments really work — and what may be a waste of time and money
New York Post
Experts from NYU Langone Health discuss effective treatments for hair loss. Jerry Shapiro, MD, dermatologist and director of hair and scalp disorders at NYU Langone Health, and Kristen Lo Sicco, MD, dermatologist, hair loss specialist, chief of service and director of the Skin and Cancer Unit at NYU Langone Health, outline FDA-approved therapies like topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. They note that natural remedies such as rosemary oil have some supporting evidence. The specialists suggest red light therapy may be beneficial combined with prescriptions but caution against rigorous scalp massages. They stress the importance of early diagnosis by a board-certified dermatologist for the best chance of success.
Also reporting was: Aol
10/12/2026
Antibiotics and sugar: New evidence shows why the two don’t mix
Earth.com
A new study indicates that consuming more sugar during treatment with powerful antibiotics may worsen the disruption of gut bacteria. The research, involving patients at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, found that those who ate more sweets lost more diversity in their gut microbiome. The statistical model for the analysis was built by Jonas Schluter, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Microbiology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. In mice, sucrose amplified the negative effects of antibiotics, leading to a significant increase in Enterococcus faecium, a bacterium associated with infections. The study suggests re-evaluating high-sugar foods often given to hospitalized patients.
Also reporting was: Aol
10/12/2026
Mailed FIT outreach boosts CRC screening among underserved adults in New York City
Healio Gastroenterology
A mailed fecal immunochemical test (FIT) outreach program increased colorectal cancer screening rates by over 50% among underserved adults in New York City, according to new research. The study, led by Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine and director of outcomes research in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, found screening completion rose to 35.9% with the outreach intervention versus 23.6% with usual care. The intervention also improved colonoscopy rates to 92% following an abnormal FIT result, compared to 54% in the standard care group.
Also reporting was: HCP Live
10/12/2026
Updated Freenome CRC blood test detects 18.2% of advanced precancerous lesions
Patient Care
Freenome has reported updated validation results for its SimpleScreen CRC blood-based screening test, showing 18.2% sensitivity for advanced precancerous lesions and 80.4% for colorectal cancer. The new findings, demonstrating improved performance over the test's previous version, are scheduled for presentation at the American College of Gastroenterology 2026 Annual Meeting. Aasma Shaukat, MD, MPH, the Robert M. and Mary H. Glickman Professor of Medicine and director of outcomes research in the Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and a co-lead investigator for the PREEMPT CRC study, is slated to present the results.
10/11/2026
Integrative medicine doctors near me: How to verify licensure in 2026
Top Doctor Magazine
A guide for verifying the credentials of integrative medicine doctors advises patients to confirm providers hold an active MD or DO license with their state medical board. The article highlights the difference between licensed physicians and unlicensed wellness coaches, noting that terms like “integrative” and “holistic” are unregulated. It cites academic medical centers, including Duke, Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and NYU Langone Health, as examples of institutions offering reliably vetted, physician-staffed integrative medicine programs. The piece provides a checklist for patients to ensure they choose a qualified practitioner.
10/11/2026
What are ‘mood drinks,’ and can they really boost your emotional state?
Everyday Health
An article examines 'mood drinks,' beverages containing ingredients like ashwagandha and medicinal mushrooms that claim to boost emotional states, noting that experts are skeptical due to a lack of robust scientific evidence. Thea Gallagher, PsyD, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, comments that while some of her patients use these drinks, it is difficult to know if they are the cause of any positive mood changes. She adds that marketing has outpaced the research and would like to see more rigorous, independent studies before recommending them specifically for mood.
10/11/2026
NYSE’s opening bell honors Italian Americans who beat stereotypes to reach pinnacle of finance
New York Post
The New York Stock Exchange recently honored prominent Italian-American financiers, including Ken Langone. The piece highlights his career achievements, such as co-founding Home Depot, and his extensive philanthropic activities. A primary focus of his philanthropy mentioned is his role in helping create the hospital system now known as NYU Langone Health. The author notes he is a patient at NYU Langone Health and personally thanked Mr. Langone for the excellent care he received. Other honorees included former NYSE head Dick Grasso and Virtu Financial founder Vincent Viola.
Also reporting was: MSN India
10/12/2026
HPV vaccination gaps in New York City track closely with where people were born
SCIENMAG
A new study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center reveals that HPV vaccination rates in New York City are strongly influenced by a person's country of birth combined with their race and ethnicity. The research, led by Perla Chebli, PhD, MPH, assistant professor in the Department of Population Health at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, showed more than half of surveyed adults had never received an HPV vaccine. Findings indicate that foreign-born individuals across several groups had significantly lower vaccination odds compared to their US-born counterparts, highlighting the need for disaggregated data in public health outreach.
10/11/2026
How medical schools discriminate against women with disabilities..and what’s finally changing
Womens E News
An article on discrimination faced by medical students with disabilities highlights initiatives at NYU Langone Health. John-Ross Rizzo, MD, deputy director of the Institute for Excellence in Health Equity at NYU Langone Health and the Ilse Melamid Associate Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, who is legally blind, discusses leading the development of a disability inclusion program at the institution. The program created a strategic roadmap and has successfully retrofitted clinics to be more accessible. The article also mentions the Disability Equity Collaborative, started by his colleague Megan A. Morris, PhD, the Irving Geist Associate Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, which aims to help organizations implement accessible care.
10/11/2026
Blood tests you need (and don't)
Consumer Reports
The article provides guidance on essential and unnecessary blood tests, covering both doctor-ordered screenings and the growing direct-to-consumer (DTC) market. It details common tests such as comprehensive metabolic panels, lipid panels, and hemoglobin A1C. Nieca Goldberg, MD, a cardiologist at NYU Langone Health, explains that the one-time Lipoprotein(a) test is important for assessing long-term heart attack or stroke risk and helps decide on statin use. The piece also cautions that many DTC tests are not tightly regulated and advises consulting a physician before purchasing them.
10/11/2026
The best blood pressure monitors: 6 clinically validated machines to track your vitals
Forbes Vetted
A review of at-home blood pressure monitors cautions that wearables like smartwatches are not yet a substitute for traditional, validated cuff-style devices. The article features commentary from Nieca Goldberg, MD, cardiologist at NYU Langone Health, who warns there is limited research directly comparing the accuracy of the two methods. For now, wearables should be considered complementary tools rather than replacements for a validated blood pressure monitor, according to the piece.
10/11/2026
