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January 28, 2025 President's Bulletin

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Dr Riley

Downstate’s Commitment to Science, Equity, and Opportunity

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Downstate remains a steadfast symbol of hope, resilience, and progress amid evolving political landscapes. Despite recent changes to research funding, immigration policies, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, we reaffirm our commitment...

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Star Program

Justice-Impacted Brooklyn Individuals to Receive Innovative Healthcare

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Congratulations to the STAR Program’s staff on launching the Back to Brooklyn program, a transformative initiative supported by a $500K grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation (MCHF). This two-year effort will improve healthcare access...

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Sierra Chung

Protecting Mothers and Babies Amid Climate Challenges

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Stepping out of any Brooklyn home on a warm summer day, residents encounter the vibrant symphony of their neighborhoods—the joyous laughter of children in playgrounds, the aroma of sizzling barbecue, and the familiar jingle of the Mr. Softee ice...

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Dr. Kougias and Dr. Sharath

Safety Nets Under Fire: Downstate Bears the Cost of Gun Violence

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Firearm-related injuries represent a significant public health crisis and impose an immense financial burden on patients, hospitals, and society. A recent study titled Financial Burden and Outcomes of Firearm Injuries in U.S. Hospitals, 2003–2020,...

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Dr. Salifu

Dr. Salifu: New Governor-Elect for Regional ACP

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Congratulations to Moro O. Salifu, M.D., MBA, MPH, MACP, Chair of Medicine, has been elected Governor-elect Designee for the Brooklyn/Queens/Staten Island Region and to the Board of Governors of the American College of Physicians (ACP). He will begin...

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Lori Hoepner

The Hidden Risks in Every Sippy Cup

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

The sippy cups and bottles we hand to our children may seem harmless, but could they pose hidden risks to their health? Concerns over the potential dangers of everyday plastic products led to the federal bisphenol A (BPA) ban on baby bottles and...

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Community Care

New Year Begins with Community Care

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

Kudos to the fantastic students and staff who helped kick off 2025 with a powerful example of service and care! Downstate’s Center for Community Health Promotion and Wellness, in collaboration with the Chinese American Medical Society Student Club,...

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Shout Outs

Shout Outs

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

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In Case You Missed it

In Case You Missed It

by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025

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