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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 - 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...
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
One of the most essential skills in medicine is mastering clinical reasoning—assessing and interpreting patient information to make informed decisions. Yet many medical students face significant challenges moving from the classroom-focused pre-clerkship...
Tags: Medical Education
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The STAR Program’s “Stop Mental Health Stigma” campaign tackles barriers to care in underserved communities facing mental health challenges and HIV. Funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health, the initiative aligns with the state’s...
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
In December, Downstate hosted Brooklyn’s first symposium on “Neurodiversity and Transition to Adulthood,” bringing together over 360 clinicians, educators, families, and self-advocates for actionable insights and strategies to improve outcomes...
Tags: Neurodiversity, Symposium
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
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 - December 3 , 2024
Downstate is a significant participant in the $12 million NIH-funded IMPROVE-AD clinical trial, a breakthrough study focused on advancing care for uncomplicated Type B aortic dissection. Under the national co-leadership of Panos Kougias, M.D., Chair...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
The Institute for Genomics in Health at Downstate, known as POP-GEM, drives groundbreaking research to advance the understanding of mental health conditions, particularly psychosis. The team examines the interplay between genetics and life experiences...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
Congratulations, Downstate! I am proud to share that, as Diverse Issues in Higher Education reported, Downstate ranks #13 nationally for awarding doctoral-level health science degrees to minority students.
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
The Health Science Academy (HSA), a flagship program of the Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health (AAIUH), earned accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS).
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
Technology has reshaped every facet of healthcare, from patient interactions to managing critical medical data. But as technology becomes more accessible, a pressing question arises: Are we equipping future healthcare practitioners to use these tools...
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) is a vital resource for Brooklyn’s underserved communities, where approximately 80 percent of patients depend on government insurance for healthcare.
by Office of the President - December 3 , 2024
We are thrilled to announce that the JoyRxMusic program has joined our Pediatrics Department, offering a transformative blend of music and healing for our young patients and their families.
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
As Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on the strength found in unity and shared purpose, especially in a world that feels increasingly complex. This season challenges us to come together, realign our values, and reaffirm the guiding...
by Office of the President - November 18 , 2024
The Arthur Ashe Institute for Urban Health’s SportsBall 2024 was a successful and lively evening where guests gathered at the Pierre Hotel in Manhattan, formally attired in elegant evening wear paired with sneakers.