Upcoming Chapter Events


February 26th

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ZOOM


Clinicians as Change Agents in Advancing Climate Action: A Panel Discussion

Sponsored by NYACP's Climate Change Ad Hoc Committee

Climate change is a growing public health emergency, and clinicians are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful action. Join us for a panel discussion featuring healthcare leaders who are advancing climate initiatives in their practice, institutions, and communities.

Panelists will share practical approaches, lessons learned, and actionable steps clinicians can take to promote climate resilience and protect patient health.

Gain perspective and practical insight to:

  • Strengthen influence on climate-related policy, organizational practices, and community health initiatives
  • Support sustainability efforts and reduce healthcare’s environmental footprint in clinical settings
  • Identify pathways for interdisciplinary and community-based climate action
  • Integrate climate resilience, education, and advocacy into ongoing professional work

March 11, 2026

7:00 PM - 8:00 pm
ZOOM


Small Feedings of the Soul: Readings and Reflections - Needles, Narratives, and Nuances: Vaccine Hesitancy in Clinical Practice

Join us for a reflective gathering where physicians, residents, and medical students come together to explore the joys and challenges of a life in medicine through storytelling. Two guest physician-authors will share readings from their published works on the theme of vaccine hesitancy, followed by thoughtful conversation in a safe, supportive space. 

This session will not be recorded. 

Readings and Guest Authors: 

Bias Against the Willfully Unvaccinated by Amira Mohamed, MD
Patient Q by Mark Earnest, MD, PhD

Facilitated by: Nandini Anandu, MD, FACP

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March 18th

5:00 - 6:00 pm
ZOOM


Reality Check: Careers in Hospital Medicine or Primary Care - What Are They Really Like?

Gain practical insights on:

  • Day-to-day workflow
  • Scheduling models
  • Compensation and contract structures
  • Work–life balance, burnout prevention
  • Opportunities for flexibility and advancement in both academic and community settings.

Moderator: Agostina Velo, MD

Panelists: 
Raphael Rabinowitz, MD, FACP,
 Clinical Associate Professor, Dept. of Medicine, NYU
Sravan Ponnekanti, MD,  Chief Hospitalist, Guthrie Corning Hospital
Alison Koransky, MD, FACPAsst. Professor of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

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April 9th

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Hilton Long Island/Huntington
598 Broadhollow Rd
Melville, NY


Her Health, Her Story, Her Power: Raising Maternal Health Awareness and Empowering Women of Color

Sponsored by NYACP's Health Equity Ad Hoc Committee

This educational program will bring together multidisciplinary specialists to increase maternal health awareness and equip Black, Indigenous, and People of Color with the knowledge, tools, and community-based resources needed to make informed healthcare decisions.

Gain perspective and practical insight to: 

  • Practical tools to support maternal health education and early intervention
  • Updated insights on maternal morbidity and mortality risk factors, including anemia, obesity, diabetes, and hypertension
  • Strategies to strengthen preconception and postpartum counseling
  • Guidance on recognizing postpartum warning signs and improving patient awareness
  • Community-based resources and referral opportunities to support patient care

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