Einstein On...

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Richard Kitsis, M.D., director of Einstein's Wilf Cardiovascular Research Institute, discusses his research on cell death and how to block it. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Paul Moniz, managing director of communications and marketing at Einstein.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Richard Kitsis, M.D., director of Einstein's Wilf Cardiovascular Research Institute, discusses the state of cardiovascular disease today and the outlook for the future. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Paul Moniz, managing director of communications and marketing at Einstein.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - John Greally, M.B., B.Ch., Ph.D., discusses how the vast amount of knowledge gained in the epigenetics research lab can be made useful in a clinical setting to benefit individual patients. Dr. Greally is director of the Center for Epigenomics at Einstein and attending physician, pediatrics, The Children's Hospital at Montefiore. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle, associate dean for communications and public affairs at Einstein.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - John Greally, M.B., B.Ch., Ph.D., discusses epigenetics (the study of inheritable changes in gene expression that don't result from changes in DNA sequence) in personalized medicine, including how research can help determine an individual's susceptibility to certain diseases, as well as treatments that can modulate epigenetics. Dr. Greally is director of the Center for Epigenomics at Einstein and attending physician, pediatrics, The Children's Hospital at Montefiore. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle, associate dean for communications and public affairs at Einstein.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - John Greally, M.B., B.Ch., Ph.D., explains, in layterms, the basics of epigenetics (the study of inheritable changes in gene expression that don't result from changes in DNA sequence) in normal human development, aging and heredity, as well as research on its role in cancer, diabetes and infectious diseases. Dr. Greally is director of the Center for Epigenomics at Einstein and attending physician, pediatrics, The Children's Hospital at Montefiore. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle, associate dean for communications and public affairs.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Vern Schramm, Ph.D., professor and chair of biochemistry, discusses how Einstein’s proposed Center for Molecular Therapeutics and Drug Discovery will help propel research findings into clinical applications. This will be crucial for drug therapies that large drug companies do not typically invest in, such as those for tuberculosis and malaria. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle, associate dean for communications and public affairs

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Vern Schramm, Ph.D., professor and chair of biochemistry at Einstein, discusses drug development for a wide range of diseases -- including T-cell leukemia, gout, malaria and autoimmune disorders -- based on his research in transition state analogues. Dr. Schramm, who holds the Ruth Mearns Chair in Biochemistry, also talks about his childhood in South Dakota and what influenced him to become interested in chemistry. This edition of Einstein On, a research and medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle, associate dean for communications and public affairs.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Stem cell and dry eye researcher and surgeon, Roy Chuck, M.D., Ph.D., explains the difference between corneal transplants and corneal stem cell surgery, as well as current eye research being conducted at Einstein and Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Chuck is professor and chair of ophthalmology and visual sciences at Einstein and Montefiore. This edition of Einstein On, a research & medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Milan Kinkhabwala, M.D., professor of surgery at Einstein and chief of transplantation at the Montefiore Einstein Center for Transplantation, discusses treatment of liver disease as well as transplantation and research. This edition of Einstein On, a research & medicine podcast, is hosted by Gordon Earle.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - The Special Care Dentistry Unit at Einstein’s Children’s Evaluation and Rehabilitation Center (CERC) is the only one of its kind in New York City – able to provide dental services to individuals with severe developmental and behavioral problems though conscious sedation, avoiding expensive and traumatic trips to the hospital for basic services. In this edition of Einstein On, a research & medicine podcast, Farah Alam, D.D.S., describes how the dental clinic’s unique services allow members of this vulnerable population to receive the dental care they need.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - While the primary focus for medical and graduate students at Albert Einstein College of Medicine is keeping abreast of their studies, many turn to music for leisure. Video features a variety of performances, including Jennifer Lee performing a violin solo with the Albert Einstein Symphony Orchestra, Alexander Pyronneau practicing piano, and Ms. Lee and Mr. Pyronneau performing together. It also includes a student string ensemble performing Karl Jenkins' "Palladio."

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Meredith Hawkins, M.D., professor of medicine (endocrinology) and director of the Global Diabetes Initiative at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, discusses a study published in The Lancet which reports that there are now nearly 350 million adults worldwide with diabetes. Previous estimates had predicted the number would be 285 million. Dr. Hawkins discussed the study and the implications for the developed and developing world.

http://www.einstein.yu.edu - Kathy Anastos, M.D., recalls how a compelling email and pivotal meeting with an HIV-positive Rwandan woman led the development of model programs for women with HIV/AIDS in Rwanda. This first initiative led to the creation of additional programs, including mass public screening for HIV/AIDS, feeding and educating children, and job creation for adults. Dr. Anastos is co-director of Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Global Health Center and an attending physician at Montefiore Medical Center.

Joel Zonszein, M.D., professor of clinical medicine at Einstein and director of the Clinical Diabetes Center at Montefiore Medical Center, discusses alarming changes he has observed in the severity of type 2 diabetes during his more than three decades of treating patients. Dr. Zonszein explores the disturbing trend of young people, many of them teens, developing an aggressive form of type 2 diabetes that often is accompanied by high blood pressure, high cholesterol and fatty liver disease. He also addresses the special challenges of type 1 diabetics and suggests best practices for managing both types of the disease. Hosted by Einstein Paul Moniz.

Lovely Ajuste, a Haitian teen diagnosed with a congenital heart defect in the aftermath of the January 2010 earthquakes, talks about how her life has been affected by her poor health and her hopes for a brighter future. Interpreting for Ms. Ajuste is Mahalia Desruisseaux, M.D., assistant professor of medicine and of pathology at Einstein. Dr. Desruisseaux helped identify Ms. Ajuste’s heart condition while she was in Haiti helping with the relief efforts and spearheaded the drive to bring her to Montefiore Medical Center for reparative surgery with the assistance of Gift of Life International.

Samuel Weinstein, M.D., explains the congenital heart condition of Lovely Ajuste, a Haitian teenager born with a hole between the upper chambers of her heart known as atrial septic defect (ASD). Ms. Ajuste was diagnosed with the help of Einstein physician Mahalia Desruisseaux, M.D., who was in Haiti helping with the relief efforts following the January 2010 earthquakes. Dr. Weinstein, director of pediatric cardiothoracic surgery at Montefiore and associate professor of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery at Einstein, is scheduled to perform Ms. Ajuste’s surgery on January 12, 2011, the one-year anniversary of the earthquakes. Gift of Life International is sponsoring Ms. Ajuste's trip to New York.

Mahalia Desruisseaux, M.D., explains how she met and helped to diagnose Lovely Ajuste, a teenager with a congenital heart defect, while she was in Haiti helping with the relief efforts following the January 2010 earthquakes. Dr. Desruisseaux spearheaded the effort to bring Ms. Ajuste to Montefiore Medical Center with the help of Gift of Life International for the life-changing surgery that will correct the defect- just in time for her 16th birthday. Dr. Desruisseaux is assistant professor of medicine and of pathology at Einstein.

Steven Libutti, M.D., director of the Montefiore-Einstein Center for Cancer Care, professor and vice chair of surgery and professor of genetics at Einstein and Montefiore, and associate director for clinical services at the Albert Einstein Cancer Center, discusses the latest research in cancer growth and spread. Dr. Libutti is also the Marvin L. Gliedman, M.D. Distinguished Surgeon at Einstein. Hosted by Einstein’s Gordon Earle.

Alyson Moadel, Ph.D., director, Montefiore-Einstein Psychosocial Oncology Program, discusses her BOLD program, which offers free mind-body workshops to those in the local community affected by cancer. She also describes her pioneering research on the positive effects of yoga on the well-being of breast cancer patients and how her mother’s cancer diagnosis shaped her career path. Hosted by Einstein’s Paul Moniz. Watch video series on the BOLD program

Overview by Alyson Moadel, Ph.D. Alyson Moadel, Ph.D., director, Montefiore-Einstein Psychosocial Oncology Program, discusses the free workshops the program offers in the local community to those affected by cancer. Workshops include a drum circle, reiki healing, crochet and dance fitness.