News from NYU Langone Health
You’re Becoming A Parent? Prepare To Get Injured. (Chicago Daily Herald)
The (8/8) Kola Jegede, MD, assistant professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, discussed the physical challenges and injuries that new parents often face, such as back pain from lifting children, and emphasized the importance of “prehab” like core-muscle training to prepare for the physical demands of parenting, stating, “This is a sport that you have to be prepared for.” Jordan Miller, a physical therapist at Athletico, compared parenting to athleticism, noting that the older age of first-time parents can increase the risk of orthopedic issues, while recommending exercises to build core strength and proper form to prevent injuries.
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How NYU Langone Health Is Combating ‘Automation Bias’. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(8/18) NYU Langone Health’s study on a generative AI tool embedded in Epic’s EHR found that while AI-generated hospital course summaries required less editing, they contained more errors, leading to the implementation of safeguards to combat “automation bias,” with William R. Small, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Medicine, associate medical director of clinical informatics and applied AI, MCIT Department of Health Informatics, saying, “It’s really important that the end users know not only that AI can make errors and the types of errors it can make, but that it can convince clinicians that what it is putting in front of you is correct.”
Reflex For Stabilizing Vision Develops Without Sensory Input. (Opthalmology Times)
(8/18) Researchers at NYU Langone Health, including David Schoppik, PhD, associate professor, Department of Neuroscience, and Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and Paige Leary, PhD, Department of Neuroscience, have discovered that sensory input is not necessary for the maturation of the vestibulo-ocular reflex in newborns, as evidenced by a study on zebrafish where blind and sighted fish developed comparably; Schoppik said, “Discovering how vestibular reflexes come to be may help us find new ways to counter pathologies affecting balance or eye movements,” and Leary reported, “Development of the neuromuscular junction, and not sensory experience, determines the rate of maturation of an ancient behavior.”
Thoracic Oncology Fellows Forum Is Highlighted By PRO Data And Tarlatamab In SCLC. (OncLive)
(8/18) During the 2025 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, Olivia Fankuchen, MD, MS, clinical fellow, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, praised the mentorship and networking opportunities at the OncLive Fellows Forum on Thoracic Oncology, where fellows discussed research such as a study on patient-reported outcomes in hospitalized cancer patients and a real-world study of tarlatamab in relapsed/refractory small cell lung cancer with untreated brain metastases, saying, “There was a lot of great presented both in the mentorship meetings that were an adjunct to the Fellows Forum and in the discussion of protocols and abstracts that the fellows presented.”
CNS Prophylaxis In DLBCL: What Clinicians Should Know. (Medscape)
Paywalled* (8/18)* At the 18th International Conference on Malignant Lymphoma in Lugano, Switzerland, experts discussed the merits and drawbacks of CNS prophylaxis in diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, with varied opinions on the use of high-dose methotrexate and intrathecal chemotherapy, while Catherine S. Diefenbach, MD, associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, said, “Adverse effects include mucositis, renal or kidney issues, including elevations in creatinine up until renal failure, as well as cytopenia,” adding that “methotrexate is very easy to give if you are experienced in administering it,” but if not, “there can be significant toxicity.”
Knee Osteoarthritis: Small Change To Gait May Relieve Symptoms. (Medical News Today)
(8/18) Researchers from the University of Utah, New York University, and Stanford University have found that altering foot angle during walking can significantly reduce knee pain and slow cartilage degradation in osteoarthritis patients, with Valentina Mazzoli, PhD, assistant professor, Department of Radiology, and co-lead author of the study, saying the research “showed that shifting the angle of the feet while walking can reduce knee pain in osteoarthritis,” noting that the “improvement in pain is significant.”
Clicky Joints? You Don’t Need To Worry About Them...Until You Do. (Men's Health)
(8/18) In a recent podcast episode of The Future You, Michael J. Alaia, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone’s Sports Medicine Center, shares insights on future-proofing joints and muscles, highlighting the role of biologics like PRP injections and the importance of adapting fitness routines with age.
Women May Be More At Risk For These Injuries With Age – Here’s How To Protect Yourself. (Women's Health)
(8/18) Michael J. Alaia, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone’s Sports Medicine Center, discusses the increased risk of osteoporosis and ACL tears in women post-menopause due to hormonal changes, the benefits of cross-training to avoid repetitive stress on joints, and the importance of modifying fitness routines with age, noting that “50 is like the new 30,” while also exploring the potential of biologics like Platelet Rich Plasma injections for regeneration, emphasizing listening to one’s body and prioritizing anti-inflammatory foods for injury prevention and recovery.
This Hidden Heart Condition Is Known As A ‘Silent Killer’. (Network Today)
(8/18) Geraldine Ong, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, the Leon H. Charney Division of Cardiology and Mark D. Peterson, MD, PhD, professor, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, and Mark D. Peterson, MD, PhD, professor, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, discuss the risks and treatment options for aortic aneurysms, emphasizing the use of advanced medical imaging and minimally invasive techniques at their Aortic Center, which is part of the top-ranked cardiology and heart surgery hospital in the US.
‘Red Flag’ Gastritis Symptoms A Doctor Says Women Over 50 Shouldn’t Ignore. (Women's World Magazine)
(8/18) Gastritis, an inflammation of the stomach wall caused by factors such as stress, alcohol, NSAIDs, smoking, bacterial infections like Helicobacter pylori, and autoimmune disorders, can manifest acutely or chronically, with symptoms ranging from stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting to more severe signs like blood in vomit or black stool; Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said that most cases are asymptomatic but warned that red flags include weight loss, blood in stool, and iron deficiency anemia, advising those with symptoms to consult a physician for potential treatments like proton pump inhibitors or H. pylori treatment.
News from NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island
NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, Catholic Health St. Francis Receive 5-Star Rating, Hospitals In Top 10% Nationwide. (Long Island (NY) Press)
The (8/18) NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island has received a 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for the fifth consecutive year, placing it among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for quality, safety, and patient experience; Joseph J. Greco, MD, associate professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Care, and Pain Medicine, chief, Hospital Operations, chair, Department of Anesthesiology—Long Island, said, “This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire staff and the high standards we strive to meet for every patient we serve,” and attributed the high marks to the hospital’s commitment to quality care and use of a data-based dashboard to adapt practices to meet patient needs.
C-Section Rates Remain Higher At Long Island Hospitals Despite Risks. (Newsday (NY))
(8/19) A Newsday analysis reveals that Long Island hospitals perform cesarean sections more frequently than other New York hospitals, with Port Jefferson’s St. Charles Hospital reporting a 48.5% rate for low-risk pregnancies in 2024, the highest in the state; NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island, with a 29.8% rate, did not respond to requests for comment.
