News from ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health 
WCBS-TV (New York, NY)
A new study highlights the importance of rapid stroke treatment and how ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Hospital-Long Island is using simulation training to improve patient outcomes. In the program, actors portray stroke patients so doctors and residents can practice recognizing symptoms and responding quickly in a realistic, risk-free setting. The goal is to identify and close knowledge gaps, enhance teamwork, and speed up treatment. One focus is detecting strokes treatable with mechanical thrombectomy, a procedure that removes blood clots. Since implementing the simulations, the hospital reduced the average time from patient arrival to treatment from 90 to 80 minutes — a crucial improvement that can greatly affect recovery. Medical residents say the training helps them become more confident and effective, while stroke survivors like 27-year-old Andrew Cunningham credit fast, accurate care for their successful recoveries.
10/31/2025
WNYW-TV (New York, NY)
Ayala Wegman, MD, a pediatrician at Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone, explains why the end of Daylight Saving Time can leave people feeling worse despite gaining an extra hour of sleep. The time shift disrupts the body’s circadian rhythm, affecting mood, focus, and immunity. Wegman, MD, recommends maintaining good sleep hygiene—going to bed at the usual time, avoiding alcohol and caffeine late in the day, and getting morning sunlight to help reset the body’s clock. Limiting screen time before bed and creating calming bedtime rituals, like deep breathing or stretching, also promotes better rest. For children, blackout curtains can help them sleep later. Wegman notes that the adjustment can take up to a week and affects parents, especially. She adds that both time changes—fall and spring—are disruptive, and many sleep experts advocate ending Daylight Saving Time altogether.
10/30/2025
News 12 Long Island
Infants in the neonatal intensive care unit at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone on Long Island celebrated Halloween on Friday, donning various costumes. Among the babies were those dressed as Captain America, Pac-Man, and a rooster. Stony Brook University's NICU also participated in the festive event, with infants wearing costumes such as Nutella, Batman, and a moose, bringing a cheerful atmosphere to the hospital units.
10/31/2025
New York Post
Last Halloween, adults constituted the majority of callers to the NYC Poison Control Center, with older generations preferring direct calls over online searches. Maria Mercurio-Zappala, associate director of the Poison Center within ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone’s Emergency Medicine team, Division of Medical Toxicology, explained that younger adults increasingly consult 'Dr. Google' for advice. The data highlights a shift in how different age groups seek help for toxic exposures. ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone experts emphasize the importance of contacting the NYC Poison Center when in doubt, even after online searches, as digital information may not be entirely accurate.
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10/31/2025
Dermatology Times
Allireza Alloo, MD, clinical associate professor in the Department of Medicine at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman Long Island School of Medicine and medical director of the Division of Dermatology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone-Hospital Long Island, discussed dermatologic adverse events (dAEs) in breast cancer treatment. He emphasized that dAEs are common, significantly impact patient quality of life, and can lead to treatment cessation. Alloo detailed specific toxicities from chemotherapy, like hair loss and nail changes, and targeted therapies, including various rashes and stomatitis. He outlined critical red flags for providers, such as extensive body surface area involvement or systemic symptoms. Alloo stressed the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration and patient education for early assessment and effective management.
10/30/2025
OncLive
The FDA approved four new oncologic therapeutic options in October 2025. These include lurbinectedin plus atezolizumab for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer, cemiplimab as adjuvant immunotherapy for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma, belantamab mafodotin with bortezomib/dexamethasone for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma, and revumenib for relapsed or refractory NPM1-mutant acute myeloid leukemia. Joshua K. Sabari, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, commented that the lurbinectedin combination is a practice-changing study for ES-SCLC.
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10/30/2025
TCTMD
A retrospective registry study revealed that AI-based ECG interpretation (AI-ECG) significantly improved STEMI detection and reduced false-positive cath lab activations compared to standard methods. The Queen of Hearts platform achieved better sensitivity and specificity, decreasing false activations from 41.8% to 7.9%. Sunil Rao, MD, deputy director, Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, and director of Interventional Cardiology, expressed enthusiasm for these findings, noting the logistical challenges of false activations and the potential for unnecessary procedures. He highlighted that ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health recently implemented AI-ECG models for LV dysfunction and atrial fibrillation.
10/27/2025
Healio
Himani Goyal, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, is listed as a participant in the 'Neurotrophic Keratitis (NK) Today' Industry Expert Theater Breakfast. The event, held at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel, features discussions on neurotrophic keratitis. Other faculty include Reena Gupta, MD, from Omni Eye Services, and Matthew Shulman, MD, from the Center for Excellence in Eye Care.
10/30/2025
Urology Times
A Urology Times Clinical Forum in New York City, moderated by Katie S. Murray, DO, MS, a professor in the Department of Urology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine and chief of the Urology Service at Bellevue Hospital Center, discussed new approaches for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). The forum focused on chemoablation using mitomycin for intravesical solution, highlighting its role in reshaping nonsurgical care. Participants emphasized refining risk assessment, integrating conventional and emerging therapies, and shifting towards managing NMIBC as a chronic condition. The discussion also covered patient selection, practical considerations, and the expanding landscape of bladder-directed innovation, underscoring the importance of patient engagement and shared decision-making.
10/31/2025
Ophthalmology Times
In an Ophthalmology Times 50th anniversary series, Marguerite B. McDonald, MD, FACS, clinical professor of ophthalmology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Medical Center, recounted a challenging experience as a first-year resident. She performed an urgent artery biopsy alone on a patient on blood thinners, facing significant bleeding without assistance. This near-disaster taught her a crucial lesson about communication, teamwork, and the importance of speaking up for patient safety, regardless of hierarchy. She emphasized the need to voice concerns if a situation feels unsafe.
10/31/2025
Curejoy
Four young sisters in West Virginia were diagnosed with Chiari malformation, a rare brain condition that can lead to paralysis if untreated. David Harter, MD, director, Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, and professor, Department of Neurosurgery, explained that the condition can cause weakness, scoliosis, nerve pain, and paralysis. The family's journey highlights the importance of early awareness and timely diagnosis. While surgery is often effective, early evaluation is crucial to prevent long-term damage. Familial Chiari malformation is exceptionally uncommon, with genetic factors potentially contributing to its occurrence in siblings.
10/30/2025
Daily Express US
Halloween safety tips are crucial for children, with 3,200 related emergency room visits occurring between 2019 and 2022. Karen Goodman, MD, a pediatric emergency medicine specialist at Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone, advises using lanterns for 360-degree illumination and ensuring masks do not impair vision. Dr. Goodman also recommends avoiding overly rigid costumes and pointed accessories. Additionally, parents should use non-toxic, FDA-approved face paint and steer clear of non-FDA-approved colored contact lenses to prevent allergic reactions or eye infections.
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10/30/2025
AZoLifeSciences
Researchers from the University at Albany and ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine have identified a small molecule, RAGE406R, capable of blocking a cellular pathway that drives chronic inflammation and impaired wound healing in diabetes. This breakthrough offers a new therapeutic option for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes by addressing underlying inflammation, which current treatments do not. Ann Marie Schmidt, MD, the Dr. Iven Young Professor of Endocrinology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine, highlighted that this compound could fill significant treatment gaps, especially since many existing drugs only target type 2 diabetes. The molecule proved effective in human cells and mice, reducing inflammatory markers and accelerating wound healing.
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10/31/2025
Everyday Health
Reusing plastic water bottles can lead to bacterial growth and chemical leaching, according to Philip Tierno, PhD, director of microbiology and immunology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health. He notes that a slimy biofilm of mouth bacteria and waterborne pathogens can form after two days, advising bottles be discarded after 24 hours. The article also highlights that PET plastic may release suspected carcinogens like antimony trioxide and acetaldehyde, with warmer temperatures increasing leaching. Environmentally, plastic bottle production uses fossil fuels, and most end up in landfills, causing soil and air pollution.
10/31/2025
American Journal of Managed Care
An Institute for Value-Based Medicine event in New York City on 9 October 2025, focused on advancing cancer care through team-based precision oncology. Discussions highlighted multidisciplinary collaboration, leveraging data, defining value through outcomes, and ensuring equitable access. Aristotelis Tsirigos, PhD, co-director, Divison of Precision Medicine, emphasized the complexity of cancer and the need for collaboration. Andrew Laccetti, MD, Medical Director, Quality for Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center Long Island, discussed precision oncology's focus on delivering the right treatments. Joshua K. Sabari, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, moderated a panel on data integration and process standardization, noting the role of care pathways.
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10/31/2025
Scientific Inquirer
A new study led by ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health researchers, published in Science, reveals how brain cell networks stabilize memory formation. The research, conducted by Jayeeta Basu, PhD, an assistant professor in the departments of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health, and Vincent Robert, PhD, a post-doctoral scholar in Basu’s lab, shows that activity in entorhinal/hippocampal circuits helps mice encode place maps. This understanding of circuits supporting place maps may guide future treatments for memory-affecting conditions like schizophrenia or PTSD.
11/02/2025
Head Topics
Kirk A. Campbell, MD, a Sports Orthopedic Surgeon with ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone, offered expert commentary on the weekly Injury Report segment, discussing the recovery for Giants player Cam Skattebo after an ankle injury. The article also covers Green Bay Packers tight end Tucker Kraft's knee injury during a game against the Carolina Panthers, which head coach Matt LaFleur described as serious. The Packers ultimately lost the game 16-13, bringing their season record to 5-2-1.
11/02/2025
Archynetys
The article discusses heart health, featuring insights from Sunil Rao, MD, deputy director, Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology, and director of Interventional Cardiology. He joins Shaun White and Carly Pearce to share advice on preventing and managing heart conditions. Sunil Rao, MD, highlights the importance of early symptom recognition, advocating for one's health, and proactive steps like the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8. He also emphasizes the role of movement and sleep in heart health, and the necessity of annual physician screenings starting at age 30. Sunil Rao, MD, expresses excitement about new research in preventive cardiology at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Langone Health.
10/31/2025
NBC News
Affordable Care Act (ACA) open enrollment begins this weekend, with significant premium increases expected due to the expiration of enhanced subsidies. Over 24 million Americans rely on ACA insurance, and many may face higher costs or become uninsured. Art Caplan, PhD, director, Department of Population health, Division of Medical Ethics at ºÚÁϸ£ÀûÉç Grossman School of Medicine, noted that many ACA recipients own or work at small businesses. The Congressional Budget Office projects 3.8 million people will drop coverage annually if subsidies expire. Lower-income individuals will still qualify for standard subsidies but receive less financial assistance.
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