Shout Outs
By Office of the President | Jun 5, 2024
Pathology Reports and AI: Dr. Steimetz Highlights Need for Human Oversight in MedPage Today Feature
Congratulations to Eric Steimetz, M.D., MPH, PGY3 Pathology Chief Resident, for being featured in MedPage Today, the widely read
online newsletter for healthcare professionals. Dr. Steimetz’s recent study, published
in JAMA Network Open, explores the potential of AI chatbots like Google’s Bard and OpenAI’s GPT-4 in interpreting
pathology reports.
While GPT-4 was relatively accurate, other AI sources introduced medical mistakes, unwarranted inferences about a patient’s condition, and AI “hallucinations,” making it clear that AI technology still requires clinician oversight. Dr. Steimetz’s study underscores the importance of human expertise in healthcare. For more information, see “Use of Artificial Intelligence Chatbots in Preparation of Pathology Reports” JAMA Netw Open 2024; DOI: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.12767.
Mary Ann Banerji, M.D., Recognized for Inspiring Support and Guidance
Mary Ann Banerji, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Chief of Endocrinology, received a shout-out from her
former Fellow, Milay Louis Lam, M.D., in Endocrine News, the monthly magazine of the Endocrine Society. Dr. Lam credited
Dr. Banerji for always encouraging him to explore new therapies and said that her
support shaped his current practice approach.
See the May 2024 issue: Applauding Our Asian American Members: Endocrine News Celebrates Asian American and Pacific Island Heritage Month.
Sarah L. Marshall Named Woman of the Month by P.O.W.E.R.
Congratulations to Sarah L. Marshall, DNP, MS, RNC, for being named Woman of the Month for May 2024 by the Professional Organization
of Women of Excellence Recognized (P.O.W.E.R.). This honor celebrates Dr. Marshall’s
significant contributions and achievements in healthcare, highlighting her commitment
to improving community health and education.
As part of the Center for Health Promotion and Wellness team at Downstate, Dr. Marshall plays multiple roles, including assistant clinical professor of Nursing, patient/community educator, independent living donor advocate, and clinical affiliation coordinator. She leads initiatives that address public health issues, notably launching a program that provides free breast exams, mammograms, and pap tests to uninsured and underinsured women. Dr. Marshall is also active in several organizations, including the Sigma Honor Society of Nursing, the American Nurses Association—NY, and the New York Academy of Medicine.
Dr. Marshall’s contributions enhance our campus and positively impact the broader healthcare landscape; she continues to make SUNY Downstate proud!