The Physicians Foundation Calls for Convergence of Efforts to Address Drivers of Health The Physicians Foundation has announced an urgent call to address the critical state of U.S. health care by focusing on drivers of health (DOH) such as food security and transportation access. This initiative aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce health care
9 Simple Solutions to Achieve Health Equity: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals and Patients We are excited to share an excerpt from MSSNY member Dr. Mauvareen Beverley's insightful and impactful book, "9 Simple Solutions to Achieve Health Equity: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals and Patients." In this work, Dr. Beverley provides practical, boots-on-the-ground solutions to
Pioneering Pathologist Triumphs Over Glioblastoma with Groundbreaking Treatment Dr. Richard Scolyer, a highly respected Australian pathologist, has achieved a remarkable milestone by remaining cancer-free one year after undergoing a revolutionary treatment for glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer. This treatment, inspired by his own research on melanoma, has shown no recurrence in his latest MRI scan,
2024 Mosquito and Tick-Borne Disease Updates The New York State Department of Health advises healthcare providers to adhere to established protocols for testing and reporting mosquito and tick-borne illnesses. Providers are urged to evaluate patients for these infections based on clinical presentation and outdoor exposure history, ensuring timely reporting to local health departments. Prompt recognition
Federal Investigation into Private Equity, Consolidation in Medicine Three federal agencies are investigating the impact of private equity ownership and the broader consolidation of healthcare organizations on patient care and costs, prompting a wave of concern among physicians. According to Rhonda Wright, MD, from Brookhaven, Georgia, the influence of private equity has led to deteriorating
Baby Born Deaf Can Hear After Breakthrough Gene Therapy In a landmark advancement in gene therapy, Opal Sandy from Oxfordshire has shown remarkable progress in the global CHORD (Children Hearing and Oral Restoration through DNA) trial, significantly advancing the treatment of auditory neuropathy. This condition disrupts nerve impulses from the inner ear to the brain,
Advisory: Acute Flaccid Myelitis The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has issued a health advisory regarding Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), a rare but serious paralytic condition predominantly affecting young children. Clinicians are urged to report suspected cases and collect specific specimens for testing promptly. No single pathogen has been consistently detected, but enteroviruses,
Join IPRO for Annual Meeting Luncheon: How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care MSSNY members are invited to IPRO's 40th Annual Meeting Luncheon on Tuesday, June 11, from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Garden City Hotel in Garden City, NY. Keynote speaker Dr. Timothy Hoff will discuss "How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care." Meet
Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees Attention all Yankees fans! Starting tonight, May 17th, to May 22nd, the Yankees celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Days. Watch the Yankees play against the White Sox from May 17th to May 19th, and each ticket will include a choice between a tumbler, or a scrub top. Watch the
Navigating Sky-High Costs: New York's Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis In New York State, physicians are grappling with the nation's most exorbitant medical liability insurance costs, a pressing issue that significantly contributes to the overall high insurance expenses across various sectors. A recent report from the New York Civil Justice Institute underscores the gravity of the
