News from NYU Langone Health
Religion, Spirituality Aid Radiation Stress In Cancer Care. (Mirage News (AUS))
(9/30) A study published in Practical Radiation Oncology by a team from Mount Sinai and NYU Langone Health, including Stella C. Lymberis, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, has identified the importance of addressing religion and spirituality in the care of patients with gynecologic cancers during radiation therapy, using the FICA Spiritual History Tool to assess patient priorities.
Also reporting is EurekAlert (9/30).
Oral Bacteria, Fungi Linked To Increased Risk For Pancreatic Cancer. (Infectious Disease Advisor)
(9/30) Researchers from NYU Grossman School of Medicine, including Yixuan Meng, PhD, found that certain oral bacteria and fungi, specifically Porphyromonas gingivalis, Eubacterium nodatum, Parvimonas micra, and the fungal genus Candida, are linked to an increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer, according to a study in JAMA Oncology using data from the American Cancer Society Cancer Prevention Study-II Nutrition Cohort and the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial; coauthor Jiyoung Ahn, PhD, professor, Departments of Population Health, and Medicine, Perlmutter Cancer Center, said, “By profiling bacterial and fungal populations in the mouth, oncologists may be able to flag those most in need of pancreatic cancer screening.”
Report Finds ‘Pronounced Increase’ In The Use Of CT In The ED. (AuntMinnie)
(9/30) A study published in Radiology by Andrew B. Rosenkrantz, MD, professor, Departments of Urology, and Radiology, section chief, Body Imaging, Department of Radiology, and Ryan Cummings, MD, resident, Department of Radiology, reports a “pronounced increase” of over 100% in CT usage in U.S. emergency departments over a decade, attributing this rise to the “evolving role of CT in ED care delivery” and noting the strain on radiology practices due to radiologist shortages; they analyzed data from CMS from 2013 to 2023, finding that the increase is due to more imaging per encounter rather than more encounters.
Eye Drop Allows Nearsighted Persons To Read Without Glasses. (WNYW-TV New York)
(9/30) A new type of eye drop, which shrinks the pupil to improve near vision, has shown promising results, allowing hundreds of patients overseas to read small print within an hour, with some maintaining this improvement for over a year; Robert C. Cykiert, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, said this kind of treatment could be life changing for people who dislike wearing or losing their reading glasses, but cautioned that more research is needed to assess long-term safety and effectiveness, and most insurance plans do not cover these drops.
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Surgical Consultation In The ED Needs Reform. (MedPage Today)
(9/30) In an opinion piece, Rupa Juthani, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Neurosurgery, and co-authors write that emergency departments face challenges due to increased patient volumes, staffing shortages, and declining inpatient capacity, which result in “boarding” and delays in surgical consultations, impacting patient outcomes and emergency department efficiency; they argue that AI-enabled decision support tools offer potential solutions by streamlining triage processes, reducing unnecessary referrals, and improving resource use, thereby enhancing patient care and system efficiency.
NYU Langone Health Launches Gastrointestinal Cancer Facility. (Washington Square (NY) News)
(9/30) NYU Langone Health launched its first Gastrointestinal Cancer Center in September, to “facilitate opportunities for multidisciplinary research, clinical care and training of professionals using the medical center’s robust research infrastructure,” with John P. Leonard, MD, member of the faculty, Department of Medicine, chief, Division of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Perlmutter Cancer Center, saying NYU Langone Health will see co-directors Anirban Maitra, MD, member of the faculty, Department of Pathology, and Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology and Manuel Hidalgo, MD, member of the faculty, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology “building a GI Cancer Center that partners with our multidisciplinary teams of incredible surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, gastroenterologists, and researchers to accelerate scientific discovery into tangible treatments for our patients.”
8 Hospitals, Health Systems Investing In Outpatient Care. (Becker's ASC Review)
(9/30) Included in a listicle of eight hospitals and health systems that have announced new outpatient or ambulatory developments in the last 30 days is NYU Langone Health, which “opened an ambulatory practice in Commack, NY,” which “provides services including cardiology, orthopedics and urology.”
42 Hospitals, Health Systems Raising Workers’ Pay. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(9/30) “Members of the Federation of Nurses/United Federation of Teachers approved a new labor contract with NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn,” where nurses received “a 9.25% wage increase effective March 1 and will receive a 6% increase effective March 1, 2026.”
NYU Langone Health Opens High Schoolers’ Eyes To Nursing. (Becker's Hospital Review)
(9/30) NYU Langone Health has implemented several initiatives, including partnerships with Cristo Rey New York High School and the New York City Department of Education’s Heat program, to engage high school students in nursing and healthcare careers, aiming to create a sustainable pipeline of future nurses.
The Whole-Being Revolution: How Chiropractic Is Changing Healthcare. (Forbes)
(9/30) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, delivered a keynote on the whole-being perspective at the “Adjusted Reality” panel, reflecting a growing trend in healthcare beyond traditional practices.
17 Foods To Eat To Reduce Period Cramps — And Which To Avoid. (TODAY)
(9/30) Taraneh Shirazian, MD, associate professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Center for Fibroid Care, discussed with TODAY.com how certain anti-inflammatory foods might alleviate period cramps, though she cautioned that “we don’t have a lot of good data on this topic.”
Carnivore Babies Are A Thing Now. Doctors Have Concerns. (Vice)
(9/30) Bridget Kiernan, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, advises that while a meat-heavy diet can be acceptable “in moderation,” infants require a balanced diet including carbohydrates, fiber, and sugars from fruits and vegetables, adding, “We want to give children a balanced diet with all of the macro- and micro-nutrients.”
