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March 25, 2025 President's Bulletin

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Dr Riley

A Message from President Riley

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

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).

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Social Workers Month

Lifting Lives, Changing Futures—Celebrating Our Social Workers!

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

What does it take to be a social worker? A heart full of compassion, a problem-solving mindset, and a relentless spirit ready to take on life’s toughest challenges. This Social Work Month, we celebrate the everyday heroes who uplift individuals,...

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Tags: Commemorative Months, Social Work

Ernest Barthelmy

From Boston to Brooklyn: Future Healthcare Leaders Meet at Downstate!

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

Last October, Ernest J. Barthélemy, M.D., MPH, MA, Chief of the Division of Neurosurgery here at Downstate, delivered a keynote at Emmanuel College to mark the launch of its Global & Public Health major. Since then, a group of 12 Emmanuel College...

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Tags: Neurosurgery

Laura Geer

Lead, Mercury, and Motherhood: Protecting Mothers and Children from Environmental Harm

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

Environmental pollution affects everyone, but women—especially during pregnancy—face distinct risks from toxic substances like lead and mercury. Laura Geer, Ph.D., MHS, Chair of the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences,...

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Tags: Events

Downstate Guardians of Kidney Health

Downstate Guardians of Kidney Health

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

Downstate recently joined institutions around the globe in recognizing World Kidney Day, embracing the theme: “Are Your Kidneys OK? Detect Early, Protect for Life.” The day was a powerful reminder of early detection and prevention’s critical...

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Tags: Downstate Health, Kidney

Health Disparities Symposium

Downstate Marks 10 Years of Advancing Cancer Equity with Nationally Recognized Symposium

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

Downstate recently hosted the 10th Annual Cancer Health Disparities Symposium, welcoming physicians, scientists, nurses, trainees, students, and community members for a day of learning and collaboration centered on addressing the ongoing disparities...

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Tags: Cancer, Health Disparities

Robert Gore

Treating Violence: Dr. Robert Gore on Medicine, Mentorship, and Community Action

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

Robert Gore, M.D., Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine and founder of the Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI), recently joined students, faculty, and staff for a Black History Month conversation about his new book, Treating Violence:...

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Tags: Emergency Medicine

Shout Outs

Shout Outs

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

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In Case You Missed it

In Case You Missed It

by Office of the President - March 25 , 2025

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