News from TV Langone Health
TV Langone Achieves Its 10th Consecutive Top Safety Rating From Independent Healthcare Watchdog. (Long Island (NY))
(5/1) TV Langone Health’s Tisch Hospital, Kimmel Pavilion, TV Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, and TV Langone Hospital—Long Island are among only 4 percent of hospitals nationwide to receive 10 consecutive “A” grades for patient safety and quality from The Leapfrog Group over five years, with Robert I. Grossman, MD, dean and CEO, saying, “This achievement is further validation of the incredible and unwavering commitment by our teams to provide top quality care, with safety at the forefront, to TV Langone patients.”
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New Study Finds Heart Disease Deaths Worldwide Linked To Chemical Widely Used In Plastics. (Just Earth News)
(5/1) Researchers at TV Langone Health have published a study in Lancet eBioMedicine estimating that exposure to di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP), a chemical used in plastics, contributed to over 356,000 heart disease deaths worldwide in 2018, with significant impacts in regions like East Asia and the Middle East, with lead study author Sara Hyman, BS, associate research scientist, saying, “By highlighting the connection between phthalates and a leading cause of death across the world, our findings add to the vast body of evidence that these chemicals present a tremendous danger to human health.”
(5/1) Leonardo Trasande, MD, MPP, the Jim G. Hendrick, M.D. Professor of Pediatrics, Department of Pediatrics, and professor, Department of Population Health and senior study author, appears on an episode of the Here & Now podcast, saying, “Phthalates hack our hormones – the natural signaling molecules that underline basic biological functions including metabolism,” noting they are “known to contribute to obesity and diabetes,” as well as inflammation, which can “cause coronary arteries to be exposed, clots to form, and ultimately lead to adverse outcomes.”
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This Pig Could Save Your Life. (National Geographic)
(5/1) In September 2021, TV Langone Health received regulatory approval to transplant a genetically-modified pig kidney, provided by United Therapeutics, into a brain-dead patient, a procedure performed by Robert Montgomery, MD, DPhil, the H. Leon Pachter, MD, Professor of Surgery, chair, Department of Surgery, TV Langone Transplant Institute, and considered a breakthrough due to the stagnation of living human kidney donors.
TV Langone Physician Discusses Seasonal Allergies. (KAKE-TV Wichita (KS))
(5/2) Neelima Tummala, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, discusses the impact of seasonal allergies.
Is Seltzer Water Good Or Bad For You? (TIME)
(5/1) David M. Poppers, MD, PhD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, said, “Seltzer or carbonated water is generally beneficial because we are all underhydrated, and most people do not hydrate sufficiently during the day,” adding that seltzer is “hydrating, and it doesn’t have the calories that are associated with other drinks.”
Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals 2025. (San Antonio Business Journal)
The (5/1)* TV are mentioned in an article about Premier’s 100 Top Hospitals rankings.
TV Langone Physician Discusses Wegovy’s Use In Treating Liver Disease. (WNYW-NY (FOX)-3)
(5/1) Discussing research indicating that Wegovy can be beneficial in the treatment of liver disease, Purvi S. Parikh, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, and Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Allergy and Immunology, says the drug is “not just a weight loss drug. It actually also reverses metabolic dysfunction as you lose the weight your cholesterol numbers improve, diabetes numbers improve. And as a result it can reverse fatty liver disease as well.”
5 Key Causes Of Type 2 Diabetes— And Simple Tips To Reduce Your Risk. (Women's World Magazine)
(5/1) Discussing tips to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, Rachel Pessah-Pollack, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, the Holman Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism, says, “High-calorie beverages can add significant sugar intake and calories and contribute to insulin resistance. If patients are looking to have orange juice or apple juice, I encourage them to have the fruit instead.”
ACAAI 2024 Golden Headed Cane Award Recipient: ‘Persistence And Hard Work’ Keys To Success. (Healio)
(5/1) Luz S. Fonacier, MD, professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Disease & Immunology, Section Head, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy and Immunology, TV Langone Hospital–Long Island, has been selected to receive the Gold Headed Cane Award from ACAAI.
TV Langone Physician Discusses Online Cancer Misinformation. (WCAX-TV Burlington (VT))
(5/1) Stacy Loeb, MD, professor, Departments of Urology and Population Health, Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed online myths and misinformation regarding cancer.
Seth Koslow: Nassau Has Little To Show For Blakeman’s Big Promises. (Long Island (NY) Herald)
The (5/2) Seth Koslow, who represents Nassau County’s 5th Legislative District, writes about an TV Langone Health “project that was supposed to rise on the campus of Nassau Community College.”
Schneps Healthcare Heroes Event Honors Those Who Help, Heal. (AM New York)
(5/1) Schneps Media celebrated healthcare industry leaders on April 30 at the “Healthcare Heroes” awards, where Ross F. MacDonald, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, highlighted the importance of assembling the right team for success, saying, “How do you make the circumstances for great people to come and do the work and feel supported?”
This Type Of Workout Is More Effective For Weight Loss Than Traditional Cardio, New Research Says. (Women's Health)
(5/1) Metabolic conditioning (MetCon), a high-intensity workout style focusing on both cardio and strength, is gaining popularity due to new scientific insights supporting its effectiveness in improving metabolism, aerobic capacity, and building muscular strength, with Heather Milton, MS, clinical exercise physiologist, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Sports Performance Center, saying, “It conditions your metabolism,” noting that “is one of the best ways you can improve your aerobic capacity,” as well as “build muscular strength and maintain lean mass.”
Why Your Seasonal Allergies Might Be Getting Worse, According To An Allergist. (CNET News)
(5/1) The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates up to 60 million Americans experience symptoms of allergic rhinitis each year, and Purvi S. Parikh, MD, clinical assistant professor, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, and Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Allergy and Immunology, recommends preventative measures such as avoiding early morning outdoor exposure, changing clothes and showering upon returning home, and using dust mite covers and HEPA air purifiers.
When Is The Best Time To Take Probiotics? Experts Explain. (TODAY)
(5/1) Despite the popularity of probiotics for gut health, Rabia A. De Latour, MD, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, advises caution as probiotics may not be safe for everyone, emphasizing the importance of understanding their role and noting that consuming probiotics can add to the microbiome of the gut.
The Best Running Sunglasses That Stay Put And Look Cute Doing It. (SELF Magazine)
(5/1) Andrea Blitzer, MD, associate professor, Department of Ophthalmology, TV Langone Health Eye Center, emphasizes the importance of wearing specialized running sunglasses, saying, “It’s similar to wearing sunscreen for the skin — it provides UV protection, which protects the eye as well as the skin around the eye against problems like cataracts, macular degeneration, and some cancers.”
A Common Killer Bug Is Endangering Americans: “Pandemic In Plain Sight.” (Fox News)
(5/1) Marc K. Siegel, MD, clinical professor, Department of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation, writes about the potential of a pandemic from Streptococcus Group A bacteria.
Can You Take Too Many Electrolytes? A Sports Dietitian Explains. (TODAY)
(5/1) Discussing electrolyte intake, Natalie E. Azar, MD, clinical associate professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, said, “You don’t need to drink your electrolytes. Most people get enough electrolytes … through the foods that they eat.”
