William A. Wertheim, MD, MBA

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Members of the community recently laced up their sneakers for Anthony’s Red Shoe Fund Run to support the new Ronald McDonald at Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the first in Suffolk County. Thank you to our #StonyBrookU partners and everyone who joined to support families in need!

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#WorldMentalHealthDay is a great reminder that taking care of yourself is not optional; it’s essential. Making time for yourself and checking in with others can make a real difference. If you or someone you know is struggling: https://bit.ly/48jm5Ud

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Exciting to see #StonyBrookU and SWFTLabs partner to transform organic waste into #sustainable materials for agriculture and beyond. A milestone for zero-waste biotech and a testament to the power of research and #innovation working together. https://bit.ly/3KTf82b

Why Am I So Tired? Causes of Fatigue and How to Get Your Energy Back More than one-third of adults report feeling tired or fatigued most days. Learn why fatigue becomes more common as we age.

More than one-third of adults report feeling #tired or #fatigued most days. While occasional tiredness is normal, persistent fatigue is different. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Mohammad Amin shares what you need to know. https://bit.ly/4gAfsyA #SBexperts

Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery for Seniors Improves Comfort, Function and Satisfaction Learn how advances in robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery offers greater precision, accuracy and a faster recovery for patients.

Knee pain is a common reason older adults lose mobility. Advances in robotic-assisted #KneeReplacement surgery are offering greater precision, faster recovery & better outcomes for patients. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Seth Korbin shares what to know. https://bit.ly/47952D6 #SBexperts

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On #EmergencyNursesDay, we celebrate our incredible #StonyBrook Medicine emergency nurses. In the most critical moments, they're there, delivering care, saving lives, & supporting patients & families. Thank you for all you do; your impact is immeasurable! #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

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Exciting news: #StonyBrookU's Medical Science Training Program has received a 5-year, $5.3M #NIH grant to continue training the next generation of physician-scientists. Advancing discovery & improving care is how we shape the future of #medicine! https://bit.ly/4pTOLcs

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The S.A.F.E. #Falls Prevention Program, designed to help older adults improve #balance, strength & confidence in daily life, launched this summer at #StonyBrookU Southampton. Love seeing our grad students and faculty lead such impactful work! https://bit.ly/4gQJkqF

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Across New York and the U.S., an alarming #physician shortage threatens patient care. Senator Schumer’s bipartisan Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act is an important step forward. I discuss in my recent op-ed in Times Union: https://bit.ly/3Wrp59z

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When it comes to #OralHealth, we often focus on #teeth & neglect the gums. ~Half of US adults 30+ show signs of #GumDisease linked to #HeartDisease, infections, & even #dementia. #StonyBrook's Dr. Patrick Lloyd shares his insights with the New York Times: https://nyti.ms/3KS5flj #SBexperts

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Congratulations to #StonyBrook Medicine's Carol Gomes on being named one of Becker's Hospital Review's COOs to Know 2025. Her leadership & operational excellence make our hospital stronger every day. I'm proud to work alongside her every day! https://bit.ly/46EIMQ2 #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

Three individuals holding an oversized check for $185,000 from the Stony Brook Foundation at the 23rd Annual Golf Classic, with proceeds benefiting veterans. The event took place on September 18, 2025. The setting has banners related to Long Island State Veterans Home and Stony Brook University.

The Long Island State Veterans Home's 23rd Annual Golf Classic raised an impressive $185,000 in one day to support its mission of “serving those who served.” Thank you to our community, golfers & advocates for making the event such a success! #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine #StonyBrookU

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Exciting news: #StonyBrookU has received a $300M investment from NYS to establish the Quantum Research & Innovation Hub to advance quantum communication, computing & education, driving innovation and preparing the next generation. https://bit.ly/48xljTo

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CommUniversity Day at #StonyBrookU was an opportunity to connect with students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members. Thank you to our #StonyBrook Medicine teams for providing health screenings & resources, and to all who made the day such a success! #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

Heavy Backpacks and Kids: Orthopedic Risks and How to Prevent Them For growing children, carrying heavy backpacks can affect their orthopedic health, leading to back pain, fatigue and poor posture.

About 90% of U.S. children carry a #backpack to school each day, & many exceed the recommended weight. Carrying too much isn’t just uncomfortable; it can affect kids' #OrthopedicHealth. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. James Barsi shares what to know: https://bit.ly/4np86AT #SBexperts

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It's #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, & at #StonyBrook Medicine, we’re working to make screenings more accessible for every woman age 40+ on #LongIsland. Our Mobile Mammography Van makes screening easier than ever—no prescription needed. https://bit.ly/46CobMl #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

Centering Pregnancy: A New Approach to Prenatal Care CenteringPregnancy® is a model of prenatal care that brings together pregnant people with similar due dates in a group setting.

CenteringPregnancy® is a new approach to #prenatal care, bringing together people with similar due dates for education and support in a group setting. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Ann Visser answers common questions about this movement in #maternity care. https://bit.ly/4nPjXIf #SBexperts

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Last week, I joined colleagues in celebrating Dr. Yusuf Hannun, whose leadership & vision have shaped the foundation of #StonyBrook Cancer Center. His brilliance, humanity & impact will continue to guide us as we welcome Dr. Bergan as permanent director. #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

Cycling linked with lower dementia risk, study finds | CNN Cycling instead of driving has been linked with a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, a large study has found.

According to a new study, bike riding is associated with a 19% lower risk of all-cause #dementia & a 22% lower risk of #AlzheimersDisease, vs. taking nonactive travel modes. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Joe Verghese shares his insights with CNN: https://cnn.it/48xHyIP #SBexperts

Understanding COVID-19 Variant Stratus: What You Need to Know Learn how the XFG variant, more commonly known as Stratus, is the latest COVID-19 virus mutation gaining momentum.

#COVID19 continues to change, and so do its variants, with XFG (#Stratus) becoming the latest mutation gaining momentum. As respiratory illness season kicks into full gear, #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Sharon Nachman shares everything you need to know: https://bit.ly/4nTvaro #SBexperts

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Is your ☕ brewing? It’s #NationalCoffeeDay! My love for coffee helped inspire Morning Grounds, Morning Rounds, but the show is really about showcasing the incredible work of my #StonyBrook Medicine colleagues. New episodes coming soon! https://bit.ly/4pBj4V8 #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

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Drs. Jason Kim & Steven Weissbart of #StonyBrook Medicine recently performed the East Coast’s first Glean™ #Urodynamics procedure. Listen to Dr. Kim explain #BladderDysfunction and new innovations in patient care in a recent episode of Healthcast: https://bit.ly/41ZOGdd #SBexperts

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Last week, we unveiled a new state-of-the-art wet lab at #StonyBrookU's School of Dental Medicine. This space will give students experience in #prosthodontics, strengthening both their skills and patient care. Thanks to all who made this possible! https://bit.ly/4pI1Ndc #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

Spotting Coxsackie Virus Symptoms in Kids and When to Seek Care Coxsackie is a virus that causes red spots and blisters to develop, as well as symptoms like fever and fatigue.

If your child develops a fever, sore throat, or a rash around their mouth, hands & feet, the #Coxsackie virus could be the cause. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Sharon Nachman shares additional symptoms, how the #virus spreads, when to see a doctor & more: https://bit.ly/46uChzh #SBexperts

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Earlier this month, Stony Brook’s Minghao Qiu joined #StonyBrookU’s Collaborative for Earth (C4E) Presents podcast to share insights on air #pollution, environmental justice and steps we can take to protect our #health. Listen: https://bit.ly/3VUebci #SBexperts

No Phones at School: Withdrawal Symptoms Kids May Face and How to Support Them Many parents and children will notice what feel like cell phone withdrawal symptoms as the brain and body adjust to being unplugged.

Students in New York State are adjusting to a new bell-to-bell cell phone ban. For kids who are used to frequent phone use, this is a big shift. #StonyBrook Medicine’s Dr. Anthony Anzalone shares how parents can help combat “withdrawal” symptoms: bit.ly/4gsD6gq #SBexperts

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Congratulations to #StonyBrook University Hospital RNs Maria Choez-Phelan, Haley Linden, and Lauren Wallace (not pictured) on being named recent #DAISYAward recipients. Thank you for all you do; we are lucky to have you at Stony Brook Medicine! #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

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I recently had the pleasure of joining our Radiation Oncology team for their department meeting, giving me a chance to connect directly with staff and hear what matters most in their daily work. Looking forward to more #StonyBrook team meetings to come! #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

How COO role in healthcare has evolved from 16 leaders - Becker's Hospital Review | Healthcare News & Analysis COOs in healthcare have seen their role gradually evolve due to the advancement of technology, a pandemic, and issues like workforce shortages. Becker's spoke with 16 COOs from different health systems on how the role has changed over the years. Questio...

How has the COO role in #healthcare evolved over the past decade? Becker's Hospital Review spoke with leaders across the country, including #StonyBrook University Hospital CEO and COO Carol Gomes, who shared her perspective: https://bit.ly/4nDN3tS #SBexperts #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine

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Mark your calendars, CommUniversity Day returns to #StonyBrookU on 9/27! Receive free health screenings and explore dozens of other #StonyBrook Medicine resources and services for the entire family. Learn more: https://bit.ly/47Yph7B #WeAreStonyBrookMedicine