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02/19/2026

Black healthcare professionals have long faced systemic barriers that limited access, constrained opportunity, and shaped health outcomes. Today, Black physicians comprise approximately 6% of the U.S. physician workforce while representing more than 12% of the population — underscoring the continued need for visibility, investment, and leadership in medicine.

This Black History Month, Downstate recognizes the essential role of Black leadership in advancing health equity, scientific excellence, and community trust. We proudly highlight Clinton D. Brown, M.D., FASN, FAHA, FNLA — Deputy Chief of Nephrology and Professor of Medicine.

Raised in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Dr. Brown has spent more than 40 years improving kidney and cardiovascular care, leading groundbreaking clinical trials, publishing extensively, and mentoring future physicians. In 2020, he was inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society.

Watch our Black History Month feature as Dr. Brown reflects on his journey and the importance of representation in delivering equitable, high-quality care.

Downstate remains committed to educating a diverse healthcare workforce and advancing health equity. Let us continue to uplift communities where everyone feels seen, valued, and empowered.



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Dr. Clinton D. Brown’s Black History Month video offers a powerful reflection on legacy, leadership, and lifelong service rooted in Brooklyn.Raised on Halsey...

02/18/2026

The February 17, 2026 Edition of the President's Bulletin, is now LIVE! Don't forget to check out the latest in , , and Downstate news! CLICK LINK BELOW to READ MORE!

02/17/2026

SUNY Downstate has secured nearly $170,000 from SUNY’s High Needs Nursing Fund to expand nursing education capacity in partnership with SUNY Old Westbury.

The funding supports “Nursing Education Pathway: Train to Retain,” strengthening transfer pathways into Downstate’s Accelerated BSN program and creating direct routes into its master’s program in Nursing Education—helping prepare the next generation of nurses and nurse educators.

As healthcare demand grows across New York, this investment strengthens the nursing workforce and expands opportunities for students to enter high-demand careers.



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SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University (Downstate) has secured nearly $170,000 through The State University of New York’s High Needs Nursing Fund to expand nursing education capacity in partnership with SUNY Old Westbury.

02/17/2026

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, marks the commencement of the Lunar New Year—a momentous cultural celebration that holds deep significance for many East and Southeast Asian communities. This holiday signifies the first new moon of the lunisolar calendar.

The Lunar New Year is a 15-day celebration that begins with a grand family reunion feast on New Year’s Eve and concludes with the Lantern Festival.

This year, we welcome the Year of the Horse, a symbol of energy, freedom, and forward momentum.

At Downstate, we are privileged to work alongside, learn from, and celebrate the richness of cultures, traditions, and lived experiences that make our community so vibrant.

May this year inspire us to rise above challenges and embrace the many opportunities ahead.

Warm wishes for a healthy and prosperous Lunar New Year!

02/17/2026

With the beginning of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (concluding on Thursday, March 19, 2026), we extend our heartfelt wishes for a blessed and peaceful observance to all members of our Downstate community who are observing.

Ramadan is a time of spiritual renewal, self-reflection, and deepened faith. Through fasting, prayer, and acts of kindness, this sacred month fosters compassion, generosity, and service to others. It is a meaningful period to uplift one another, strengthen community bonds, and reaffirm the core values of respect, peace, and love that unite us all.

As this holy month begins, may it bring strength, renewal, and fulfillment in faith. May this season also bring blessings to all of humanity and inspire a shared commitment to peace, understanding, and harmony.

Wishing you a meaningful and blessed Ramadan.

02/06/2026

❤️ National Wear Red Day ❤️

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States—affecting more than 60 million women and nearly 44 percent of adult women—yet it is still too often overlooked, underdiagnosed, and undertreated.

At Downstate, we believe in keeping care close to your heart.

Through education, prevention, research, and compassionate care, we are committed to advancing equity in heart health for women across Brooklyn and beyond.

Today, and every day, we stand with our patients, colleagues, and community to raise awareness, share knowledge, and protect women’s hearts.



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On National Wear Red Day, we stand united to raise awareness about women’s cardiovascular health and the urgent need for equity in heart care. Heart disease ...

02/06/2026

Today we GO Red for Women on to raise awareness for cardiovacular disease in support of women's health.

02/06/2026

ICYMI: We had our Martin Luther King Jr. Service in Healthcare Justice: Health Equity as Civil Rights: Policy, Power, and Institutional Responsibility on January 29.

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02/04/2026

The February 3, 2026 Edition of the President's Bulletin, is now LIVE! Don't forget to check out the latest in , , and Downstate news! CLICK LINK BELOW to READ MORE!

01/27/2026

On January 27, Downstate joins the global community in observing International Holocaust Remembrance Day, designated by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005.

On this solemn day, we remember and honor the millions of lives lost during the Holocaust: six million Jews, 250,000 people with disabilities, 250,000 Romani people, nearly 2,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses, and countless LGBTQ+ individuals, all targeted and murdered by the N**i regime.

This day marks the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest N**i German concentration and extermination camp, by Soviet forces on January 27, 1945. The scale and brutality of these atrocities remain a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of hatred, prejudice, and indifference.

At Downstate, we reaffirm our commitment to preserving the lessons of the Holocaust and to fostering a community rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect. As an institution dedicated to education, healthcare, and service, we recognize our responsibility to promote a world where diversity is celebrated, human rights are upheld, and every life is valued.

Together, we honor the memory of those who perished and renew our resolve to confront and combat antisemitism, bigotry, and intolerance in all its forms. By remembering the past, we strengthen our commitment to building a more just, inclusive, and humane future.

01/23/2026

JOIN US: Martin Luther King Jr. Service in Healthcare Justice: Health Equity as Civil Rights: Policy, Power, and Institutional Responsibility on January 29

Click here on day of event and scan QR Codes in the flyer for more information: https://www.youtube.com/live/kDGI0zxQLT4

01/23/2026

THERE WILL BE NO BLOOD DRIVE ON 1/26, DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. THE 1/27 BLOOD DRIVE WILL STILL GO ON AS SCHEDULED. To register please click below or scan the QR Code in the flyer.
https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/328890
Assembly Member Brian Cunningham