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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.

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Design Thinking Transforms Medical Training

by Office of the President - February 20 , 2024

The College of Medicine (COM) is embarking on a fresh perspective with its Transition to Residency (TTR) course. Typically undertaken in the final year of medical school, the course prepares students for their forthcoming career transition.

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White Coat Ceremony Celebrates 30 Years at Downstate

by Office of the President - October 1 , 2024

The 30th Annual White Coat Ceremony at SUNY Downstate, Health Sciences University, marked a milestone in the journey of the incoming class of 2028, celebrating the start of their medical careers with a deep focus on humanism in medicine.

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College of Medicine and School of Graduate Studies Celebrate Convocation and Awards Ceremony

by Office of the President - June 5 , 2024

More than 190 awards were recently presented to College of Medicine and School of Graduate Studies students and faculty at the May Convocation and Awards Ceremony, celebrating and acknowledging each student’s work.

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From Lab to Canvas, Medicine Meets Art

by Office of the President - May 23 , 2024

Earlier this month, our exceptionally talented students in the College of Medicine hosted an Unveiling Ceremony for the beautiful artwork created by their peers, which FM&D then mounted in various locations across the campus. This initiative recognizes...

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SUNY Graduate Dara Kass, M.D., is the Class of 2024 Commencement Speaker

by Office of the President - April 30 , 2024

As the academic year draws to a close, academic medical centers across the country are gearing up to celebrate commencement exercises. This event marks the culmination of years of rigorous study, training, and dedication to the pursuit of healing...

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Design Thinking Transforms Medical Training

by Office of the President - February 20 , 2024

The College of Medicine (COM) is embarking on a fresh perspective with its Transition to Residency (TTR) course. Typically undertaken in the final year of medical school, the course prepares students for their forthcoming career transition.

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Dr. Moro Salifu's Breakthrough Kidney Treatment Among Projects Funded by SUNY's Technology Accelerator Fund

by Office of the President - November 28 , 2023

In a significant development for the medical and environmental research fields, SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. recently announced the allocation of $450K in seed funding through the Technology Accelerator Fund (TAF) to eight SUNY campuses. TAF...

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COM Student Wins Top White Coat Investor Scholarship for Inspiring Journey

by Office of the President - November 28 , 2023

Sara Yousef, a College of Medicine student, has received an important scholarship from The White Coat Investor (WCI), a financial advice platform for physicians. This scholarship, supported by the WCI community, assists medical students and reflects...

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Downstate Celebrates Commitment to Care: Nursing and Physical Therapy Students Don White Coats

by Office of the President - November 28 , 2023

The White Coat Ceremony, initially a rite of passage for physicians, has expanded to become a celebrated tradition across various health professions, symbolizing a commitment to compassionate and competent care.

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Class of 2024 Celebrates Induction into Gold Humanism Society

by Office of the President - November 13 , 2023

As a board member of the Gold Foundation, I am pleased to congratulate the individuals recently inducted into the Downstate chapter of the Gold Humanism Society. This prestigious Society unites medical students, physicians, and leaders recognized...

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COM Student Lashawn Peña Awarded Prestigious Scholarships

by Office of the President - November 13 , 2023

Lashawn Peña, the proud son of Dominican immigrants, is a dedicated second-year medical student who recently received a $10,000 scholarship from the collaborative effort of the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) and the National Medical...

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Symbolism & Promise: More than 200 College of Medicine Students Don the White Coat

by Office of the President - October 17 , 2023

More than 200 students from the Class of 2027 excitedly joined family, friends, faculty, and fellow students for the 29th annual White Coat Ceremony, celebrating this significant rite of passage for aspiring physicians. The ceremony represents and...

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