MEMBERS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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Members Accomplishments
At MCSC, our members are dedicated to advancing the field of medicine and improving the quality of patient care. Our organization is comprised of some of the most accomplished medical professionals in the world, who have worked tirelessly to make game-changing advancements in their respective fields. We are proud of the contributions that our members have made, and we are committed to continuing to push boundaries and innovate in the healthcare industry.
AWARDS
At MCSC, we are committed to advancing the field of medicine and providing our members with unparalleled support and resources. Our members are recipients of numerous prestigious awards, we are proud of their commitment to excellence and strive to uphold our reputation as leaders in the medical community.
Dr. Ngozi Kanu
On October 25th, 2024, Dr. Ngozi Kanu was honored with the prestigious Excellence in Education Award by the New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians. This esteemed recognition acknowledges Dr. Kanu's significant contributions to medical education, encompassing her dedication to teaching, mentoring residents, and fostering the growth of future physicians.
Dr. Guitelle St-Victor
Dr. Guitelle St-Victor participated in a conference on Perinatal Mental Health. It was held in Barcelona, Spain from September 4 - 7, 2024. The title of her presentation was: ALL I WANT IS A DIFFERENT BODY: THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ASPECT OF EATING DISORDERS DURING PREGNANCY “. Her presentation was very well received. Congratulations Dr St-Victor.
Presented two posters at a psychiatric convention in Lausanne, Switzerland.
She presented three posters at the Convention of the European Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine in Munich, Germany. Her presentations included the following:
1- Can we crack the glass ceiling: A psychosocial Challenge for Women in Academic Medicine
2-The Intersection of Epilepsy, Psychosis, Stigma: A case of misdiagnosis and Legal challenges,
3-Transforming Psychiatry Mentorship In the Post-Covid-19. The New Model at Nassau university Medical Center.
Alexandra Belzie, MD
Drs. Louis and Daniella Belzie: Congratulated for their daughter, Alexandra Belzie, MD, who started her Ophthalmology residency on July 1, 2024.
Dr. Aime Lufulwabo
Dr Aime Lufulwabo, recently completed his MPH from Yale University (May 2024) and completed a postgraduate medical education program from Harvard University (August 2024)
Dr. Francine Hippolyte
Inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and received the 2024 Caribbean Impact Award from Caribbean News.
James Satterfield, MD
Completed his MS-MBA degree from Cornell University.
Dr. Louis Auguste
Won the President’s Award at Northwell for outstanding contributions.
Hermes Privat
Presented and defended his thesis at Quisqueya University, Haiti, and has become a full-fledged medical doctor.
Dr. Allyn Toles
Dr. Allyn Toles: Began working as an attending anesthesiologist at Northwell – Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Dr. Christian Laurent
Christian Laurent has matched for plastic surgery in Louisville Kentucky
Dr. Diane Tran
Diane Tran has matched for OB/GYN at Northwell Health
Dr. Franky Jacque
Franky Jacque has matched for family medicine at Cook County Chicago
Dr. Monique Defour-Jones
MD, MS, MBA, FACOG has been promoted to the rank of Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Zucker School of Medicine Hempstead, NY and Associate Chief Of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Northwell Health.
LEADERSHIP
At MCSC, we are committed to advancing the field of medicine and providing our members with unparalleled support and resources. Our members are recipients of numerous prestigious awards, we are proud of their commitment to excellence and strive to uphold our reputation as leaders in the medical community.
Honoring Leadership and Global Community Impact
McCune at the ACS convention in San Francisco
SPOTLIGHT
Introducing OutbreakNow —
An AI-Powered Global Outbreak Monitoring Platform
Did you know that most infectious disease outbreaks are first reported by local news outlets before official notifications from public health authorities? Recognizing this critical gap in traditional surveillance, one of our members—Dr. Aimé Lufulwabo, MD, MPH, who also serves as Chair of the Website Committee and Treasurer—has developed an innovative solution at the intersection of epidemiology, clinical medicine, informatics, and quality improvement. After months of research, discovery, and development, Dr Lufulwabo is proud to announce the launch of OutbreakNow, an AI-powered global outbreak monitoring system that leverages news media and diverse data sources from around the world to detect and track emerging public health threats in real time. 🌍 Explore the platform: 👉 www.outbreaknow.org What Is OutbreakNow? OutbreakNow is a real-time outbreak intelligence platform designed to detect, track, and visualize infectious disease outbreaks as they unfold. By synthesizing global news signals and other data streams, the platform delivers timely, actionable insights that empower governments, health systems, researchers, and communities to act early—before outbreaks escalate into epidemics. Current Version & Future Vision This is the first version of the platform, and users are encouraged to share constructive feedback directly through the site to help guide future enhancements. Planned developments include: Collaboration with local and national health departments Integration with EMR systems worldwide Expansion of data sources to further strengthen global surveillance capabilities Access & Collaboration OutbreakNow is freely accessible to everyone. Users simply need to sign up to explore the full suite of dashboards and features. Member Spotlight: Honoring Leadership and Global Community Impact We are proud to recognize Dr. Aimé Lufulwabo, MD, MPH for receiving two Certificates of Recognition from the City of New York in acknowledgment of his exceptional leadership and global community impact. Certificates of Recognition: - NYC Mayor’s Office for International Affairs December 31, 2025 - Office of the President of the Borough of the Bronx December 31, 2025 These honors were awarded in recognition of Dr. Lufulwabo’s contributions through the Global Health and Quality Alliance (GHQA) in addressing health disparities among diverse communities worldwide. His work is carried out through the Community Sunday Clinic program under the Global Health and Development Aid Foundation, which provides accessible, community-centered care to underserved populations. Through this initiative, Dr. Lufulwabo has demonstrated a sustained commitment to advancing health equity, strengthening community-based healthcare delivery, and fostering global collaboration. His leadership continues to create meaningful impact by improving access to care and supporting vulnerable communities both locally and internationally. These recognitions highlight the powerful role of physician leaders in advancing global health, public service, and community-driven solutions.