Thursday, September 26, 2024

IN SUPPORT OF ISRAELI MEDICINE AND THE PEOPLE BEHIND IT

Dr. Robert Bard (Diagnostic Specialist in IHRC) has always been front-and-center with the international medical community.  In a recent expansion of the Israeli medical technologies in the U.S.  Dr. Bard raised his level of activity to offer his expertise in support of the Israeli Medical movement.  Recently, he is exploring similar connections with groups such as Clalit Health, the APF and the recent kickoff of the ScienceAbroad  medical conference- showcasing Israeli Medicine.

For his new connections in Israel, Dr. Bard has honed the craft of medical partnering in various ways:

1) RESEARCH:  Dr. Bard has joined many clinical research teams. offering his vast experience in diagnostic imaging analysis.  He continues this with Israeli clinical RESEARCH teams where his imaging validation could result in the monitoring of treatment efficacy.  This includes topical solutions, injected serums and non-invasive treatment technologies. Ref: https://angiofoundation.org/research_trials.html


2) BRAIN HEALTH:
Dr. Bard currently works with the psychiatric community.  As with his first responder program,  Dr. Bard often supports patients who suffer from post traumatic stress (from disasters such as war) and may seek diagnostic imaging.  He combines with specialists in psychiatric care and neurological experts in cognitive care. ref: https://bardcancercenter.blogspot.com/2022/08/cognition-testing-and-concussion.html


3) VIRTUAL INTERPRETATION / SECOND OPINION: Though Dr. Bard cannot travel abroad for active duty (due to a currently busy medical practice in NYC), he often participates in virtual patient care with remote over-reading of real-time ultrasound scans from the field.  From 9/11 to the Covid Pandemic, Dr. Bard has added a layer of expertise to the diagnosis of wounds and internal injuries. Ref: https://telemedscans.com/




IN SOLIDARITY WITH SCIENTIFIC SOLUTIONISTS

Introduction: 
Family heirlooms may sometimes carry hidden treasures- the kind that could be a significant part of world history.  In the case of a unique news clipping from World War II, a unique feature interest story about a Jewish American Soldier received a major honor from battle at a time when Jews were at the height of persecution in Europe.

Published and written in the Yiddish language (often known to be an "old people's" language), the beneficiary held this special news clipping for over 80 years without any idea of its contents. Until recently, the beholder of this news excerpt had very little interest in getting the news piece translated due to the limited popularity of Yiddish-speaking/reading people around. Decades later, the news clip made its way to several historians who found significant value in the military success story.  It also spoke of cases and events of what would eventually become the future Jewish national Home (Israel).


An excerpt from the former YIDISHES ṬAGEBLAṬṬ (יידישעס טאגעבלאט = Jewish Daily News)
Translated by: Shimmy Schwartz

BROOKLYN JEWISH DOCTOR PRAISED FOR HIS HEROISM ON THE MARSHALL ISLANDS
1944 - Captain Harry Schwartzbard, a young Jewish doctor from Brooklyn, received widespread acclaim from the Associated Press for his heroic actions during the invasion of the Marshall Islands. Amidst the chaos of war, with people burning and bullets flying in all directions, Dr. Schwartzbard remained steadfast in his duty, tending to the injured and saving numerous lives. His bravery and selflessness in the face of extreme danger earned him well-deserved recognition. 
Mrs. Schwartzbard, residing at 1211 Avenue I in Brooklyn, recently gave birth to a baby two months ago. In a heartwarming moment on Christmas, her husband, Dr. Henry Schwartzbard, called from Honolulu and was able to hear their infant son cry for the first time over the telephone. Although he had yet to see a photo of their child, this moment brought joy to the new father. Mrs. Schwartzbard expressed her pride and happiness regarding the recognition her husband has received for his heroic actions. Dr. Schwartzbard, a graduate of City College and the University of Basel's medical program, was previously affiliated with Lincoln Hospital.




Family heirlooms may sometimes carry surprise hidden treasures- the kind that may hold a landmark in world history. A treasure trove of letters by the late Captain Harry Schwartzbard recently surfaced, passionately journaling life and times in the front lines of World War II to his recently-born and only son Robert between 1944-1945.  

Between the recklessly stored stack of letters was a mysterious news clipping that ignited the inspiring foundation behind “LEGACIES OF COURAGE”.  At a time when Jews in America were a small and underserved community, a local Brooklyn newspaper reported (in Yiddish) about our Jewish American Soldier who received a major military honor from battle- highlighting his unusual and courageous contribution during the height of Jewish persecution in Europe.  Such an award was a milestone for Jews at a time when prosperity in the new world for its people was most uncertain. After 80 years, the news clipping finally gained the attention of translators and several historians who found significant value as a military success story.



ARCHIVING 80-YEAR OLD LETTERS FROM THE WAR: PRESERVING HISTORICAL TREASURES
Dr. Bard recently brought to light a treasure trove of vintage photographs, news clippings and private letters from the front lines of WW2. These fragile reflections of world history are all that's left of the expressions of one Capt. Harry Schwartzbard to his baby son Robert (Bard) in the United States.  According to the archivalists at the AngioInstitute, such prints are so brittle and easily crumbled from the mere human touch.  Light and durable papers such as Moleskin and Crane were commonly used for air mailed letters back then- and are found to break apart under constant daylight and repeated photo flash after decades of being entoombed in storage.  The very oils of one's fingers and exposure to sunlight and incandescent light are enough to add to the deterioration process of these papers.  But thanks to current archival management techniques and storage tools, such articles and documents may stand to survive their next journey which involves scanners, photography and general handling from transcribers and publishers.




MORE "BARD-SIGHTINGS"--
 at the 9/10 DENSE BREAST DISCLOSURE LAW Confirmation.
Robert Bard, MD's support was ever-present in this month's big-event at the Legislative Bldg @ CT Capitol Building in the form of ambassadors of the Women's Health Collaborative (womenshealthdigest.org). Dr. Bard played an important role in the detection of Dense Breast tissue. Since the early 1970's, Dr. Bard was one of the pioneers in the use of 3D Doppler Ultrasound to complement mammography to identify breast cancer tumors through tissue density, when mammography alone often failed. Today, Dr. Bard stands as one of the most highly published and recognized experts in breast density imaging. He works closely with legislative officials and medical leaders to provide current research and data on this life-saving matter. Visit his recent report after Congresswoman DeLauro's congratulatory speech: https://lnkd.in/efGJQF4F

-Photo Insert: Dr. Bard with a panel of supporters of Are You Dense Advocacy on 9/10/2024. He remains a proud supporter of Nancy Cappello's vision for public awareness and legislative support. 
L-Image: A highly charged and emotional Legislative Building at the CT State capitol filled the conference room on Sept. 10, 2024. as AYD Executive Dir. Joe Cappello (R-Image) officially announced the confirmation of the Dense Breast Disclosure Act.


IN SUPPORT OF ISRAELI MEDICINE AND THE PEOPLE BEHIND IT

Dr. Robert Bard  (Diagnostic Specialist in IHRC) has always been front-and-center with the international medical community.  In a recent ex...