September 1, 2020
Dr. Anthony Rosen, assistant professor of emergency medicine, is the 2020 winner of the New York American College of Emergency Physicians (New York ACEP) Rising Star Researcher award.The award recognizes and highlights successful researchers and research in emergency medicine within New York State. It also seeks to identify research faculty to act as mentors for early career researchers within the state.Awardees must have authored and published at least four peer-reviewed manuscripts in a...
September 1, 2020
New York American College of Emergency Physicians (New York ACEP) has selected the Department of Emergency Medicine at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine as a recipient of the inaugural Exemplary Commitment to Physician Well-Being Award.The award recognizes departments and residency programs demonstrating exemplary physician well-being through operations, social functions, diversification, equity, education and/or environment.This award is a testament to the Department’s dedication to...
August 25, 2020
Dr. Edward Amores, assistant professor of clinical emergency medicine, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Association of Ringside Physicians (ARP). Dr. Amores’ term begins immediately and will run for a period of three years.As a member of the Board, Dr. Amores will participate in all aspects of organizational governance, including the development and enactment of policy, fiscal oversight, fund-raising, and effectively representing the members of the Association. Dr. Amores will...
August 10, 2020
Dr. Rahul Sharma, Chairman of the Department of Emergency Medicine, has been recognized as one of Crain’s New York Business 2020 Notable in Health Care.The annual honor recognizes outstanding individuals in the healthcare community who have made an impact on New York City in significant ways, in their professional, civic and philanthropic achievements—with a focus this year on their involvement in the medical response to the COVID-19 pandemic....
August 6, 2020
The Department of Emergency Medicine has launched its search for a new vice chair of research. The successful individual will provide leadership and strategic oversight of the research mission for the Department, and its academic affiliates, including NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospitals. The individual will also be responsible for managing the Department's current research portfolio which totals several million dollars....
August 4, 2020
The Department of Emergency Medicine has appointed David Leyden as its new director of Planning and Development.In this role, David will report directly to the chairman of the Department, Dr. Rahul Sharma, and will work closely with leadership on departmental priorities, including the recently launched ED Follow-up Center, expansion of the Research Division, philanthropic efforts and cultivation of new donors. He will also provide strategic support for leadership initiatives and departmental...
August 3, 2020
The Department of Emergency Medicine recently launched its first DiversifiED Virtual Summer Apprenticeship Program which aims to create a space for underrepresented minority (URM) pre-medical students to interface with Emergency Medicine physicians.The newly created apprenticeship program seeks to help participants demystify the medical school application process; perfect their medical school application essay; and establish mentoring relationships to guide them through the journey of becoming...
July 24, 2020
Four members of the Department of Emergency Medicine faculty have been selected for the 2020-2021 Leadership in Academic Medicine Program (LAMP) at Weill Cornell Medical College. They are Drs. Alexander Fortenko, Lynn Jiang, Ariella Nadler and Vincent Uy.The Leadership in Academic Medicine Program (LAMP) is a faculty development program designed for junior faculty who are interested in serving in leadership roles. It consists of monthly afternoon sessions over the academic year that introduces...
July 22, 2020
Dr. Kaushal Shah was recently elected to the New York American College of Emergency Physicians (New York ACEP) Board of Directors (BoD). Dr. Shah’s term began on July 9, 2020 and will continue for a period of three years.As a member of the BoD, Dr. Shah will assist with developing goals and policies, set future directions for the chapter, approve annual budgets, and elect officers and councilors. He will also serve as a role model for other emergency medicine physicians on how to mentor junior...
July 17, 2020
Dr. Mary Mulcare, assistant professor of Clinical Emergency Medicine, has been appointed assistant director of the Margaret and Ian Smith Clinical Skills Center at Weill Cornell Medicine.Dr. Mulcare has been core faculty for the clinical skills center (CSC) for two years. In her new role, Dr. Mulcare will help oversee the operations and educational content of the CSC. The Margaret and Ian Smith Clinical Skills Center offers a safe and controlled environment where medical students can practice...
