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Introducing The Downstate Update

by Office of Communications & Marketing - July 1 , 2025

We know things move fast in healthcare—and we want to keep you in the know. That’s why we created the Downstate Update: a quick, easy-to-read newsletter that brings you the latest news, updates, and highlights from around SUNY Downstate Health...

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Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP)

by Benefits Office - November 3 , 2025

The Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP) for 2026 allows eligible SUNY Management Confidential (MIC) and UUP represented employees to exchange up to eight previously accrued annual leave in return for a biweekly credit that reduces the employee's...

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Radiologic Technologists Week

Honoring Downstate's Radiologic Technologists

by Office of Communications & Marketing - November 3 , 2025

This week, as we celebrate Radiologic Technology Week (November 2–8, 2025), we proudly recognize our UHD radiologic technologists, who deliver exceptional imaging care with skill, precision, and compassion.

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Downstate Shuttle Tracker

Track the Downstate Shuttle in Real Time Through the FleetPaths App

by University Police - November 3 , 2025

University Police has launched a new Shuttle Tracking App through FleetPaths. Easily check shuttle locations, routes, and schedules right from your phone.

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Register Today For An Upcoming AVIRT Active Shooter Training

by University Police - November 3 , 2025

AVIRT, short for Active Violence Immediate Response Training goes beyond active shooter training by teaching emergency bleeding control techniques, warning signs of a potential aggressor, quick response in a violent situation, escape, evade, or attack...

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School of Health Professions 2025-2026 Dean's Lecture Series

by Office of Communications & Marketing - November 1 , 2025

The purpose of the Lecture Series is to provide Downstate students with value added content in addition to what they are learning in their base curricula to position them to be leading thinkers and influencers in their disciplines.

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Downstate UHD Recognized Nationally for Surgical Excellence

by University Hospital at Downstate - October 30 , 2025

I am proud to share that University Hospital at Downstate (UHD) has been recognized by the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP) for achieving meritorious outcomes in surgical patient care. This honor...

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Tags: Downstate Health, Surgery, University Hospital at Downstate

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NYS Flex Spending Account 2026 Open Enrollment

by Benefits Office - October 29 , 2025

The Office of Employee Relations (OER) has announced that the 2026 Open Enrollment Period for the New York State Flex Spending Account (FSA) Program runs from November 1, 2025 to 11:59 PM (EST) December 08, 2025. This time period is strictly enforced...

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Tags: Benefits, Employee Resources

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Celebrating Survivorship: Observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month

by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 27 , 2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to confront one of the most common and serious diseases affecting women, and to celebrate the strength, survival, and resilience of those who face it. This observance reminds us that survivorship is...

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Panel & Photo Shoot

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Photo Gallery

by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 23 , 2025

This panel explores how domestic and gender-based violence functions as a public health issue, highlighting survivor-centered, trauma-informed strategies that integrate prevention, clinical care, and policy to advance safety, healing, and health...

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Tags: Commemorative Months

EAP Coat Drive

EAP & SPH Student Council Coat Drive

by Employee Assistance Program - October 22 , 2025

This October 22 to November 24, 2025 come drop off a coat to help someone in need.

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Cafeteria Corridor Reopened

by Facilities Management & Development - October 21 , 2025

The corridor connecting the Cafeteria to the Hospital has reopened. You can now access the Hospital or the Cafeteria without having to go to the 2nd floor.

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Every Breath Counts: Celebrating Respiratory Care Week

by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 20 , 2025

From October 19 to 25, 2025, we proudly celebrate Respiratory Care Week and recognize the extraordinary work of our respiratory therapists at Downstate Health.

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Pharmacy Week

Celebrating National Pharmacy Week

by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 20 , 2025

From October 19 through October 25, 2025, we proudly join the nation in recognizing National Pharmacy Week, where we honor the vital work of the professionals in the Department of Pharmacy Services and their commitment to patient care and community...

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Abraham Shulman

In Memoriam Abraham Shulman

by Office of Communications & Marketing - October 20 , 2025

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University mourns the passing of Dr. Abraham Shulman, Professor Emeritus of Clinical Otolaryngology, who died on October 12, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by his family.

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