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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 - February 11 , 2025
We honor Black History Month by celebrating the profound contributions of African and Black Americans in medicine, science, and society. At SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate), we are proud to continue this legacy by educating a...
by Office of the President - February 11 , 2025
On January 14, we celebrated our newest inductees into the Gold Humanism Honor Society (GHHS). This recognition goes beyond academic excellence to honor those who lead with compassion, integrity, and respect.
by Office of the President - February 11 , 2025
Disability is often misunderstood by the public and healthcare providers, resulting in significant gaps in services for individuals with disabilities. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than one in four adults...
Tags: Conference, Disability, Disability Awareness Conference
by Office of the President - February 11 , 2025
Postoperative anemia is a widespread but often underestimated condition that affects up to 70 percent of patients after major surgery. It occurs when red blood cell counts or hemoglobin levels drop due to blood loss, fluid dilution from IV treatments,...
Tags: Surgery
by Office of the President - February 11 , 2025
Childhood obesity is a growing public health concern with serious long-term consequences, including an increased risk of early cardiovascular disease. At Downstate, researchers are working to better understand how rare genetic factors contribute...
Tags: Pediatrics
by Office of the President - February 11 , 2025
The School of Health Professions celebrated the Midwifery Class of 2026 in January at the Blessing of the Hands/White Coat Ceremony in the Alumni Auditorium. This special moment marked their shift from students to practitioners, prepared to deliver...
Tags: Midwifery, White Coat
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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,...
by Office of the President - January 14 , 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).
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
Congratulations to Marie-Claire Roberts, Ph.D., MS, MPA, RN, Executive Vice Dean, Downstate College of Nursing and Executive Director of the Center for Simulation, for earning a place as a Fellow in the inaugural SUNY Nursing Simulation Fellowship...
Tags: Fellowship
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The start of a new year is a great time to focus on mental health as part of our resolutions for a healthier, more balanced life. Ramaswamy Viswanathan, M.D., President of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and Downstate Interim Chair of...
Tags: Psychiatry
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The SUNY Research Foundation recently released a video that showcases groundbreaking research led by Downstate’s Henri Tiedge, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Physiology & Pharmacology, Neurology, and Medicine, and Valerio Berardi, Ph.D., Research...