NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine

10/10/2025

🧠 You’re Invited!
CONTRAST & CLARITY: Human Imaging Seminar Series at the BRIIC
Join us for a radiology and MRI-focused seminar hosted by the BRIIC in collaboration with the NYITCOM student radiology clubs — American Osteopathic College of Radiology (AOCR) and Vascular Interventional Radiology Interest Group (VIRIG).

📅 Friday, October 17, 2025 | 11 a.m.
📍 BRIIC Conference Room A + Live on Zoom: The seminar and student presentation will take place in BRIIC Conference Room A and live-streamed on Zoom.

Guest Speaker:
👨⚕️ Joseph Nathaniel Stember, M.D., Ph.D.
Assistant Attending Radiologist and AI Researcher in Neuroradiology
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Dr. Stember is a leader in AI-driven neuroimaging and precision oncology, developing advanced computer vision tools for tumor detection and brain analysis. His research at MSKCC is transforming how radiologists understand and treat cancer.

🗓️ Agenda:
11 – 11:30 a.m. | Virtual Scientific Seminar by Dr. Stember + Q&A
11:40 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | NYITCOM Student Research Presentations

💬 Questions?
Amanda Charest – acharest@nyit.edu
Dr. Randy Stout – rstout@nyit.edu
Dr. Gabriel Gelves – ggelves@nyit.edu

🔗 Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how AI is reshaping the future of cancer imaging and patient care.

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10/10/2025

✨ Become an Academic Scholar ✨

“As an Academic Scholar, I’m conducting research on pancreatic cancer and the tumor immune microenvironment to advance personalized treatments.” — Christina Bogdani, Academic Medicine Scholar

Through the Academic Scholar Program, Christina and her peers gain hands-on experience in research, teaching, and leadership—developing the skills to shape the future of osteopathic medical education.

Ready to build your path in academic medicine?
📅 Apply now to join the NYITCOM Academic Scholar Program!
👉 https://buff.ly/UsoJOas

📧 For more information, email Ramona Buschel-Tracy rbuschel@nyit.edu or Dr. Matthew Mihlbachler mmihlbac@nyit.edu

10/10/2025

We are proud to congratulate NYITCOM alumnus David Broder, D.O. ’87, on being named a recipient of the Gillum Society of Master Fellows Award at this year’s American College of Osteopathic Internists (ACOI) conference.

The Gillum Society of Master Fellows honors active members who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to the American College of Osteopathic Internists and to the advancement of osteopathic internal medicine on a local, regional, and national level.
Dr. Broder’s recognition reflects his exceptional dedication to medicine, education, and leadership in the osteopathic profession. Please join us in celebrating this incredible achievement!

Click here to learn more about the award.
https://buff.ly/k5tBvWO

Congrats Dr. Broder!

College of Osteopathic Internists

10/09/2025

Need support this semester? Academic Enrichment is here to help you thrive! 💪📚

💻 Virtual or in-person appointments available
🔗 Schedule your meeting: https://buff.ly/0RDpAQw

📍 Visit us at the NYIT de Seversky Mansion Annex — and check out this video to see how to find us! https://buff.ly/PWwhd7T

🎥 Follow along as Kyle Dixson stops by to chat with Director of Accessibility Services Cheryl Newman and Academic Enrichment Specialists Marilyn Hluszko, Esther Hevia Pagan, and Jim Burke!

10/09/2025

👓 DESIGNING EYEWEAR BEYOND BOUNDARIES - Designed with care. Crafted for change.

NYIT x Marcolin Masterclass: “Visions Reframed”
This two-day masterclass brings together creativity, technology, and empathy to reimagine the future of eyewear design.

Day 1: November 3, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Students are diving into innovation and sustainability with Marcolin Group—exploring neurodiversity, circular design, and the power of AI and mixed reality in eyewear creation.

Join us again for the final presentations and awards on November 12, featuring Marcolin CEO Fabrizio Curci and NYIT faculty judges!

If you're interested in learning more, contact Jordan Keys, D.O. at 📧 Jordan.keys@nyit.edu.

10/09/2025

📚 Please note: The Medical Library will be closed from Saturday, October 11 through Monday, October 13 in observance of the Fall Holiday weekend.

Plan ahead for any research or study needs — online resources will remain available through our website during the closure. https://buff.ly/0DdiWkb

We’ll reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, October 14.

Enjoy the holiday weekend! 🍂

10/08/2025

We are proud to congratulate NYITCOM alumna Vanya Grover, D.O. (’09), who was recognized as an award recipient at the Shanti Fund’s Annual Gandhi Jayanti Celebration on October 2, commemorating the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Dr. Grover, a board-certified nephrologist, Medical Board officer at St. Charles Hospital, and President of the NYITCOM Alumni Board, was honored for her outstanding work in nephrology and her dedication to community service. Her efforts extend well beyond the clinical setting, exemplifying the ideals of selfless service and compassion through her advocacy for equitable healthcare and access to resources.

She shared the stage with fellow honorees Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine, Dr. Morrison-Raptis, Superintendent of the New Hyde Park–Garden City School District, Ambassador Pradhan, and George Gorman, Long Island Regional Director for the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation.

Congratulations, Dr. Grover, on this well-deserved honor!

10/08/2025

👏 Congratulations to NYITCOM student physicians Lauren Rudin, Julie Ochs, and Bella Won, who presented their research poster at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) annual meeting!

Their project, “Bridging the Multilingual Gap: How Reach Out and Read Helps Support Diverse Families,” highlights the importance of literacy and inclusion in pediatric care.
We’re proud to see them representing NYITCOM with their impactful research. 💙📚

10/08/2025

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

Join us for the NYITCOM Alumni Holiday Party on December 10 at the stunning NYIT de Seversky Mansion! ✨

Reconnect, celebrate, and toast the season with fellow alumni and friends. 🍷🎄

10/07/2025

Join us for the Department of Biomedical Sciences Seminar Series on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. (ET), held via Zoom or in person at BRIIC, Room 146 (Conference Room A).

🔬 Seminar Topic: Molecular Regulators of Kidney Collecting Duct Plasticity

Speaker: Kameswaran Surendran, Ph.D., Professor, Pediatrics & Rare Diseases Group, Sanford Research

Dr. Surendran’s research focuses on kidney development and disease, specifically the molecular pathways that regulate how diverse kidney cell types develop and maintain function. His work utilizes murine models, in vivo and ex vivo organ cultures, and investigates targets critical for kidney health.

🍴 Refreshments will be served, and there is no fee to attend this program.

📧 For more information and Zoom link access, contact:
• Bardia Askari: baskari@nyit.edu
• Anthony Perez: aperez13@nyit.edu

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading researcher in pediatric nephrology and developmental biology!

10/07/2025

🚨 Today at 1 PM ET: Join Dr. Milan Toman for his session on AI-Assisted Medical Diagnostics, part of , NYC’s citywide AI festival hosted by !

This session is based on Dr. Toma’s class at and his book of the same name, exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming medical diagnostics and patient care. 🩺🤖

📅 When: Tuesday, October 7
⏰ Time: 1 – 2 PM EDT
💻 Where: Zoom
🔗 RSVP: https://buff.ly/lDGJYuZ

📖 Get the book: https://buff.ly/HLJLNAl

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert at the intersection of AI and medicine!

This event offers a detailed, clinically oriented examination of the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) into medical…

10/07/2025

NYITCOM congratulates OMS-IV student Mereena Jolly on being awarded the Summit Health Cares Next Generation Scholarship! 🩺✨ This honor recognizes students in strong academic standing who are pursuing careers in healthcare.

This is Mereena’s second Summit Health award, following the Marcia Sherman Memorial Scholarship in 2022, which supports female medical students of color at the start of their training.

Having previously served as an employee of Summit Health–CityMD during the COVID-19 pandemic, Mereena’s connection to the community makes this recognition especially meaningful. As she continues her journey toward a career in psychiatry, she remains committed to advocating for equitable, compassionate, and culturally informed mental health care for underserved communities.

Read more about her story and these scholarships here:
🔗 2022 Marcia Sherman Award: Newsletter https://buff.ly/A7uTPnn

🔗 Summit Health Cares Scholarships: More Info https://buff.ly/X8Q98pp