The President's Bulletin
The President’s Bulletin is a bi-weekly publication created to keep students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors, friends, and others informed about the latest news at Downstate Health Sciences University. We hope you enjoy reading the articles and find them informative and useful.
Downstate’s Commitment to Science, Equity, and Opportunity
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Downstate remains a steadfast symbol of hope, resilience, and progress amid evolving political landscapes. Despite recent changes to research funding, immigration policies, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts, we reaffirm our commitment...
Justice-Impacted Brooklyn Individuals to Receive Innovative Healthcare
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Congratulations to the STAR Program’s staff on launching the Back to Brooklyn program, a transformative initiative supported by a $500K grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation (MCHF). This two-year effort will improve healthcare access...
Protecting Mothers and Babies Amid Climate Challenges
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Stepping out of any Brooklyn home on a warm summer day, residents encounter the vibrant symphony of their neighborhoods—the joyous laughter of children in playgrounds, the aroma of sizzling barbecue, and the familiar jingle of the Mr. Softee ice...
Safety Nets Under Fire: Downstate Bears the Cost of Gun Violence
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Firearm-related injuries represent a significant public health crisis and impose an immense financial burden on patients, hospitals, and society. A recent study titled Financial Burden and Outcomes of Firearm Injuries in U.S. Hospitals, 2003–2020,...
Dr. Salifu: New Governor-Elect for Regional ACP
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Congratulations to Moro O. Salifu, M.D., MBA, MPH, MACP, Chair of Medicine, has been elected Governor-elect Designee for the Brooklyn/Queens/Staten Island Region and to the Board of Governors of the American College of Physicians (ACP). He will begin...
The Hidden Risks in Every Sippy Cup
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
The sippy cups and bottles we hand to our children may seem harmless, but could they pose hidden risks to their health? Concerns over the potential dangers of everyday plastic products led to the federal bisphenol A (BPA) ban on baby bottles and...
New Year Begins with Community Care
by Office of the President - January 28 , 2025
Kudos to the fantastic students and staff who helped kick off 2025 with a powerful example of service and care! Downstate’s Center for Community Health Promotion and Wellness, in collaboration with the Chinese American Medical Society Student Club,...
Welcome to 2025 – A Year of Possibilities and Progress!
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
As we begin a new academic year, I am pleased to welcome our returning students, faculty, and staff and warmly welcome the new students joining each of our colleges at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate).
Dr. Marie-Claire Roberts Earns Nursing Simulation Fellowship
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
Congratulations to Marie-Claire Roberts, Ph.D., MS, MPA, RN, Executive Vice Dean, Downstate College of Nursing and Executive Director of the Center for Simulation, for earning a place as a Fellow in the inaugural SUNY Nursing Simulation Fellowship...
Tags: Fellowship
Prioritizing Mental Wellness for Men in the New Year
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The start of a new year is a great time to focus on mental health as part of our resolutions for a healthier, more balanced life. Ramaswamy Viswanathan, M.D., President of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and Downstate Interim Chair of...
Tags: Psychiatry
RNA Therapeutics for Breast Cancer
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The SUNY Research Foundation recently released a video that showcases groundbreaking research led by Downstate’s Henri Tiedge, Ph.D., Distinguished Professor of Physiology & Pharmacology, Neurology, and Medicine, and Valerio Berardi, Ph.D., Research...
Clinical Reasoning Skills in Medical Education
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
One of the most essential skills in medicine is mastering clinical reasoning—assessing and interpreting patient information to make informed decisions. Yet many medical students face significant challenges moving from the classroom-focused pre-clerkship...
Tags: Medical Education
STAR Program Tackles Mental Health Stigma
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
The STAR Program’s “Stop Mental Health Stigma” campaign tackles barriers to care in underserved communities facing mental health challenges and HIV. Funded by the New York State Office of Mental Health, the initiative aligns with the state’s...
Downstate Hosts Brooklyn’s First Neurodiversity & Transition Symposium
by Office of the President - January 14 , 2025
In December, Downstate hosted Brooklyn’s first symposium on “Neurodiversity and Transition to Adulthood,” bringing together over 360 clinicians, educators, families, and self-advocates for actionable insights and strategies to improve outcomes...
Tags: Neurodiversity, Symposium