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The President’s Bulletin is a bi-weekly publication created to keep students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, friends, and others informed about the latest news at Downstate Health Sciences University. We hope you enjoy reading the articles and find them informative and useful.
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
As we begin a new academic year, I am pleased to welcome our returning students, faculty, and staff and warmly welcome the new students joining each of our colleges at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate).
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
Downstate is a significant participant in the $12 million NIH-funded IMPROVE-AD clinical trial, a breakthrough study focused on advancing care for uncomplicated Type B aortic dissection. Under the national co-leadership of Panos Kougias, M.D., Chair...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
The Institute for Genomics in Health at Downstate, known as POP-GEM, drives groundbreaking research to advance the understanding of mental health conditions, particularly psychosis. The team examines the interplay between genetics and life experiences...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
Congratulations, Downstate! I am proud to share that, as Diverse Issues in Higher Education reported, Downstate ranks #13 nationally for awarding doctoral-level health science degrees to minority students.
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
The Health Science Academy (HSA), a flagship program of the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health (AAIUH), earned accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
Technology has reshaped every facet of healthcare, from patient interactions to managing critical medical data. But as technology becomes more accessible, a pressing question arises: Are we equipping future healthcare practitioners to use these tools...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) is a vital resource for Brooklyn’s underserved communities, where approximately 80 percent of patients depend on government insurance for healthcare.
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
We are thrilled to announce that the JoyRxMusic program has joined our Pediatrics Department, offering a transformative blend of music and healing for our young patients and their families.
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the strength found in unity and shared purpose, especially in a world that feels increasingly complex. This season challenges us to come together, realign our values, and reaffirm the guiding...
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health’s SportsBall 2024 was a successful and lively evening where guests gathered at the Pierre Hotel in Manhattan, formally attired in elegant evening wear paired with sneakers.
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
On October 10, the Department of Emergency Medicine hosted a virtual symposium on “Immigrant Health: Caring for Our Global Domestic Patients in the Emergency Department.”
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
Congratulations to Lori Escallier, Ph.D., RN, CPNP-PC, FAAN, Dean and Professor of the College of Nursing, on her election as Chair of the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Board of Commissioners, effective January 1, 2025.
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
Congratulations to all at University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) for the “A” in Health Equity, scored in the 2024-25 Lown Institute Hospitals Index for Social Responsibility!
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
Downstate’s Research Associate Professor of Physiology & Pharmacology, Rena Orman, Ph.D., is diving into groundbreaking research that could revolutionize how we understand aging by studying bats known for their long, healthy lifespans.
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
The partnership between the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health’s (AAIUH) Health Science Academy (HSA) and Downstate’s School of Health Professions (SOHP) is empowering a new generation of healthcare leaders from underrepresented communities.
by Office of the President - October 16 , 2024
As the crisp fall air settles in, now is the perfect time to focus on our health and ensure we are ready for the colder months ahead. The changing season is a natural reminder to stay ahead of our healthcare needs for ourselves, our families, and...
by Office of the President - October 16 , 2024
Downstate published Ending Domestic Helicopter Research, in Cell Press earlier this year. The study, led by W. Marcus Lambert, Ph.D., Marlene Camacho-Rivera, Sc.D., M.S., MPH, Carla Boutin-Foster, M.D, MSc., Moro O. Salifu, M.D., MBA, MPH, MACP,...
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by Office of the President - October 16 , 2024
Yvette Gardener’s story is one of dedication, transformation, and unwavering faith. For more than 30 years, she has been a painter at Downstate, bringing color and life throughout the campus.
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