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Keynote Speaker at 2016 Commencement Will be François Fournier, Medical Technology Executive;
Wayne L. Bakotic, DO and Terry O'Sullivan of LIUNA to Receive Honorary Degrees
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François Fournier,
President, U.S. Commercial, Advanced Wound Management, a division of Smith & Nephew based in Fort Worth, Texas
, will be the keynote speaker at the 105th NYCPM Commencement on May 25, 2016. Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology business that manufactures
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Dean Trepal Congratulates Class of 2016 for a Strong Performance in Match
Michael J. Trepal, DPM ('81), Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean sent in this report on the 2016 match: "As previously reported, 100% of the class of 2016 is eligible for residency placement by virtue of passing Part II APMLE exams. This in itself is admirable. Specific to the 2016 match, 84 out of 88 NYCPM students have been placed, most in programs high up on their personal rankings, if not number ...
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Get to Know ...
NYCPM's Faculty:
Thomas M. DeLauro, DPM
Chair, Department of Medical Sciences
Professor, Department of Medical Sciences and Department of Surgical Sciences
Thomas M. DeLauro, DPM graduated from Brooklyn College cum laude with a BS in 1972, graduated from NYCPM magna cum laude and the valedictorian of his class in 1976, spent one year as a resident at Peninsula Hospital Center in Far Rockaway and then another one-year residency at Atlanta Hospital and Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia. He started working at the College in 1978 after he completed his residency in Atlanta.
Dr. DeLauro's long experience gives him a long view of the profession. The most significant ... Read more
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Seven Student Choice Awards Presented at 2016 Football
In the gala atmosphere of the 2016 Football, held this year at Gustavino's in midtown Manhattan, seven Student Choice Awards were bestowed on faculty. The winners were:
1. Professor of the Year for First Year Pre-Clinical Curriculum:
Dr. Peter Barbosa, PhD.
2. Professor of the Year for the Second Year Clinical Curriculum:
Gus Constantouris, RPh, DPM.
3. Attending of the Year for the Surgery Clinical Rotation:
Kevin T. Jules, DPM. ...
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Dr. Dykyj accepting her Award of Honorable Mention. From left to right: Joseph Cataldo (2018), Nicholas Salerno (2017, Student Association President), Maria Cifone (2017, Student Association Treasurer), Dr. Daria Dykyj, Alisha Poonja (2017, Student Association Secretary), Eddie Lee (2017, Student Association Vice President).
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Canadian Students Complete Clinical
Studies at NYCPM
On April 21, six students from the Université du Québec à Trois-Riviéres were celebrated by staff and faculty for the completion of their clinical rotation at NYCPM. At the luncheon in their honor, both Thomas DeLauro, DPM ('76) and Michael J. Trepal, DPM ('81), VP for Academic Affairs and Dean, credited this group with helping to improve the program.
Proudly showing their certificates are, left to right: Anne-Sophie Tremblay; Anne Louis Smith; Cynthia Provost; Catherine Messara; Isabelle Gauthier; Anne-Eve Tapp.
In his remarks, President and CEO Louis L. Levine noted that while podiatrists are more accepted in Canada by the medical community than in the past, podiatry is still not covered by Canada's national health insurance. Lisa Lee, Dean for Student Services and Enrollment, noted that the students, all seniors, would return the next day to their university for their graduation. After remarks in French by Marilyn Levine and Paul Tremblay, medical librarian, the students received their certificates. Bonne chance à toutes!
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NYCPM's First Alumni Reunion Gala --
A Night of Nostalgia
Left to right: Rico Visperas, DPM (2012), Charles Lee, DPM (2011) and Shane Baker, DPM (2009), plus spouses.
Laughs and memories were shared and old friendships renewed at NYCPM's First Alumni Reunion Gala on Saturday, March 19, 2016. The trip down memory lane, hosted in conjunction with the SuperBones SuperWounds East Conference at the Teaneck Marriott Glenpointe, drew alumni from the
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Exploring Health Careers
Anthony Iorio, DPM, MPH and Pooja Shah (2017) at an Exploring Health Careers Event at the NYU Wasserman Career Center in late March for students exploring careers in medicine. NYCPM has represented podiatric medicine at this event since its inception four years ago.
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Two Faculty Members Honored at Dinner
At a dinner hosted by President and CEO Louis L. Levine for his dedicated faculty, held on April 11 at Guy's American Kitchen & Bar on Times Square, Samuel Adegboyega, DPM ('06), Clinical Instructor of Medical Sciences and Surgical Sciences (above), was honored for achieving his board certification. Daria Dykyj, PhD, Adjunct Professor of Pre-Clinical Sciences (below), who has retired, was honored for her 38 years of distinguished service.
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NYCPM Students Care for Boston Runners
On Monday April 18,15 members of NYCPM's Class of 2017 served as part of the medical team for the 120
th
Boston Marathon, as did Jessica Olson, DPM, a 2014 graduate. Dr. Olson had been part of the medical team during the tragic bombing of the marathon in 2013. For this running, the students worked alongside a team from Temple University under the guidance of Jonathan Kaplan, DPM, who was thankful for the assistance. NYCPM also thanks him for giving our students this opportunity.
The NYCPM medical team from the Class of 2017 was, left to right, front row: Hugette Disasi, Mika Hirano, Jade Seguin-Richard, Ibn Ansari, Alisha Poonja, Nicholas Salerno. Back row: Joshua Lisonbee, Juan Martinez, Shivani Panchal, Danielle Dubois, Brandon Bottini, Mark Rotenstein, Dr. Olson, Hye Jin Yoo, Shaina Nelson, Ashutosh Ailaini.
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Publications
Robert Eckles, DPM, MPH, "The Biomechanics of Aging," Podiatry Management, vol. 35, No. 3, March
Robert Eckles, DPM, MPH, "Fall Risk and Podiatric Intervention: podiatrists can play a major role in preventing injuries," Podiatry Management, vol. 35, No. 4, April/May 2016,
http://www.podiatrym.com/cme/CME416.pdf
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In Memoriam
Sheldon Marne DPM ('62), informs
Footprints that
Lawrence Stillman, DPM ('62), has passed away.
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Winner of Emil Rose Announced
Joe Waterhouse is the winner of the Emil Rose Scholarship award from the Class of 2017. The award is based upon performance in a highly competitive examination. Kudos to Dr. Astrin and Dr. Rice for coordinating the process.
Student Assoc.
Election Results Are In
Alexander Fetterman (2018), APMSA National Delegate, reported these results for the recent student association elections:
Thomas Ehlers (2019) - President;
Ginette Illuzzi (2018) - Vice President;
Lauren Kuenzi (2018) - Secretary;
Traci Bologna (2018) - Treasurer.
These winners will take office in the next academic year. Congratulations to all!
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Good News for Two Faculty Members
Yury Rotshteyn, DPM ('09),
Clinical Instructor, received the patient experience award at Metropolitan Hospital for superior patient care.
Tara Blitz, DPM, Assistant Professor of Medical Sciences, gave birth to Ilyse Adelaide Herbel, her second child, on April 12, 2016.
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Upcoming Community Events
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Wednesday, April 27, 10am - 3pm, 2016 Senior Health Fair, celebrating "Active for Life." Carlos Rios Community Room, 335 East 105
th Street (btwn 1
st and 2
nd Avenues), New York, NY 10029. Free health screenings, movement classes, Silver Sneakers, OTC Truck, nutritional education and tasting.
Saturday, April 30, 10am-4pm, American Diabetes Association Expo
, Jacob K. Javits Convention Center,
655 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001. Product and service exhibitors, cooking demonstrations and health screenings.
Tuesday, May 3, 9:30am-3:30pm, Annual Wellness Festival
, celebrating "Love Thyself & Be In Good Health," Student Health Services Center, York College, 94-20 Guy R. Brewer Blvd. (Academic Core Building), Jamaica, NY 11451. Information, visual aids, testing, referrals, health screenings.
Saturday, May 7, noon-4pm, Mother's Day Celebration,
125th Street and Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10035, sponsored by NHEMA, the New Harlem East Merchants Association. Local small businesses, cafes and restaurants, interactive activities, gifts for Mom.NYCPM students will provide screenings and distribute information.
Saturday, May 21, 11am - 3pm, Super Saturday STEM Expo
, Harlem Armory, 142nd Street and Fifth Avenue. Hands-on science, technology, engineering and math exhibits. NYCPM students will provide screenings and distribute information.
Saturday, June 4, 10am-2pm, CLS (Community Learning Schools) Annual Community Resource Fair, P.S. 30, 144-176 East 128
th Street, New York, NY 10035. Information and demonstrations around a wide range of health-related topics.
NYCPM students will provide screenings and distribute information.
Thursday, June 16, 10am-2pm, EAP Health & Wellness Fair, NYS Psychiatric Institute, 40 Haven Avenue, New York, NY 10032.
NYCPM students will provide screenings and distribute information.
Saturday, June 25, 10am-2pm, Christ Temple of the Apostolic Faith Health Fair 2016, Christ Temple Church, 13-17 West 128
th Street, New York, NY 10027. Health information, healthful snacks, games, music.
NYCPM students will provide screenings and distribute information.
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