News Archives of 2008
University Hospital is first in the state to bring new imaging device into operating room
September 30, 2008
The O-arm Imaging System provides physicians with unprecedented views of patient anatomy in the operating room, during the surgical procedure.
SUNY Upstate honors outstanding faculty
September 18, 2008
Convocation awards also go to Meghan Curry for her advocacy on behalf of pancreatic cancer research and King and King Architects.
Neurosurgeon joins SUNY Upstate Medical University
September 18, 2008
Eric M. Deshaies, M.D., has joined the Department of Neurosurgery as assistant professor, dually trained in neuroendovascular surgery and cerebrovascular and skull base surgery. He will specialize in the treatment of hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), skull base tumors, cranio-facial tumors and other complex disorders.
John Farruggio named benefits manager
September 17, 2008
John C. Farruggio has been named benefits manager at SUNY Upstate Medical.
College of Medicine alumni return to campus for weekend full of activity and honors
September 10, 2008
A major feature of the weekend is a documentary screening and discussion on the "Tibet Vision Project," featuring a discussion with a SUNY Upstate alumnus involved in the project.
SUNY Upstate lecture examines respiratory conditions of 9/11 rescue workers Sept. 11
September 5, 2008
Dr. Michael Iannuzzi, who led pulmonary medicine division at Mount Sinai in New York City, says full impact of long-term health risks, such as cancer, still unknown.
SUNY Upstate Medical University opens new 1,500-space employee parking garage
September 2, 2008
The $31-million, 1,500-space employee parking garage opens two months ahead of schedule and allows employees parking at Alliance Bank Stadium to return to campus before the snow flies.
Key state officials, legislative aides participate in Project Medical Education
August 22, 2008
Two-day program will immerse participants in world of academic medicine as student, biomedical scientist and administrator.
Free health screenings and a daily dose of information at the New York State Fair
August 21, 2008
During the 10-day run of the New York State Fair SUNY Upstate health experts will answer questions and provide free pulmonary function testing and glaucoma screenings.
SUNY Upstate Medical University welcomes new students to campus Aug. 20 to 24
August 19, 2008
Busy orientation schedule will greet new students before classes begin Aug. 25. White coat ceremonies will welcome future doctors, nurses and other health professionals.