News from NYU Langone Health
Q&A: Women In Medicine ‘Belong At The Top Just As Much As Men.’ (Healio)
(10/7) Katherine Hochman, MD, MBA, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine, associate chair, Quality of Care, Department of Medicine, and Nazish Ilyas, MD, EMHA, chair of medicine at Northwell Health, addressed the Women in Medicine Summit, discussing challenges women face in medical leadership, such as the perfectionism trap and imposter syndrome, and offering strategies like defining personal brands and securing mentors; Hochman said, “Women make up 75% of healthcare’s entry level positions, but when you get to the C-suite, that number drops to 32%,” emphasizing the need for practical solutions to empower women while maintaining authenticity and integrity.
Darius Slayton Shouldn’t Suit Up Against Eagles. (New York Post)
ճ (10/8) “Ariana Lott, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, joins Brandon London for the Injury Report segment to explain why Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton, who’s currently nursing a hamstring injury, shouldn’t play in Big Blue’s matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday night.”
You May Be Able To Exercise Your Way Out Of A “Broken” Heart. (Vogue)
(10/8) Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, discussed the connection between mental and physical health, emphasizing that activities beneficial for the body can also alleviate physiological symptoms of anxiety and depression, such as incorporating a 20-minute walk into one’s routine; she said, “The brain and the body are connected,” and highlighted the benefits of exercise in creating a routine to help manage overwhelming feelings or grief, reinforcing the idea that maintaining a healthy lifestyle can mitigate the impact of conditions like broken heart syndrome.
Scientists Reveal The Simple Secret To Feeling Happier – And It’s Not What You Think. (Prevention Magazine)
(10/8) Thea Gallagher, PsyD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Psychiatry, highlights that people often find joy in being around others, even during activities typically considered solitary, as it fosters a “sense of community and connection.”
Special Eyedrops: Replace Reading Glasses? (KTBY-TV Anchorage (AK))
(10/8) The FDA has approved new eyedrops designed to improve near vision by shrinking the pupil, with Robert Cykiert, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, noting their potential to transform the lives of those who rely on reading glasses, though more research is needed to assess long-term safety and effectiveness.
