Fueling RUSH's Future
Donor-supported endowments drive the work of RUSH University faculty members in perpetuity.
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Providing Support for Family, Friends of Cancer Patients
A networking group helps caregivers see they're not alone.
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From Musician to Surgeon to Philanthropist
RUSH Heritage Society member, Phyllis Bleck, MD '79, DMA, had decided to leave a lasting legacy at RUSH
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RUSH Copley Is Family
Decades of devotion led John Diederich, RUSH Copley Medical Center president and CEO, and his wife, Joanne, to make a planned gift.
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College Athletes Make Blankets for Waterford Place
Aurora University students continue the Project Linus tradition.
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Making Strides in Closing Healthcare Gaps
Philanthropic funding enables RUSH faculty to advance research aimed at reducing health disparities locally and globally.
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Wounded Warrior Project Grant Expands Veteran Care
Grant includes approximately $21 million for RUSH’s Road Home Program.
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Donations Committed to RUSH’s Road Home Program Will Help Address Critical Brain Health Needs
RUSH’s Road Home Program, the Headstrong Project and Stop Soldier Suicide will use funding from the Lundbeck U.S. Charitable Fund to expand current offerings and launch new mental health programs for the U.S. veteran and military communities.
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Coming Together to Support Cancer Research
Family-owned West Side company Roscoe raises funds to support RUSH Cancer Center.
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Creating Social Connections
David A. González, PhD, ABPP, examines the effects of loneliness on motor and nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.
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Driving Scientific Discovery with Advanced Imaging Technology
A gift from RUSH Trustee Brian McCormack and his wife, Katie, funds new Imaging Center.
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Finding the Right Genes
The symptoms and progression of Parkinson’s disease vary in each person diagnosed with the condition. Now, thanks to research breakthroughs related to genetics, we are beginning to understand the biological reasons why.
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RUSH Expands Simulation Learning Programs With $2 Million Commitment From The Grainger Foundation
Grant supports College of Nursing's goals to prepare more nurses through the Generalist Entry Master's program.
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A Tradition of Giving Back
RUSH Copley employees support vital programs during the holiday season.
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Nursing Leaders
Scholarship supports first-generation student’s dream to increase health accessibility and equity for children.
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Getting Back Into the Swing of Things
After a car accident led to the discovery of a brain tumor, Steve Stark underwent surgery at RUSH — with excellent results.
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Dr. Stuart Levin: Esteemed RUSH Leader and Mentor
Renowned diagnostician died at age 88.
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A Partner to Care Partners
Jori Fleisher, MD, receives federal grant to advance research launched by philanthropy to improve life for patients and their care partners.
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Cynthia’s Story: Waterford Place Is Her Lifeline
The cancer resource center has ‘absolutely’ been a factor in her survivorship.
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Fully Invested in RUSH’s Mission and Future
RUSH University honors five with endowed faculty positions supported by philanthropic partners.
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Dee's 360
Dee Garcia, a clinic coordinator for The Road Home Program, connects with clients receiving services that supported her military family.
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Setting New Standards in Breast Imaging
Lisa Stempel, MD, chief of breast imaging at RUSH, shares how donors’ support of the Regenstein Breast Imaging Center is helping experts catch more breast cancers earlier and transforming screening practices.
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Walking for Waterford Place
Aurora Carillon Lions Club hosts walkathon to benefit people with cancer.
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Giving People a Higher Quality of Life
Positive patient care experiences among their family members inspired Dave and Theresann Seeger to make annual gifts, generous planned gift to RUSH supporting orthopedics and Parkinson’s disease.
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Spotlight: Beverly Warren, Hair Loss Practitioner
Beverly Warren helps others look and feel good during cancer treatment.
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Reg's Story: Making the Call
Reg McCutcheon, a veteran and therapist who refers other vets to The Road Home Program, received help when he needed it.
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A Rare Look Inside Chicago’s Top Sports Teams — and Support for Orthopedic Research
At the Chicago Sports Summit, attendees will hear from sports industry leaders and discuss the latest topics — from risky moves to pickleball.
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A Warm Welcome
Ye Rim Noh, a second-year medical student and DACA recipient, finds community and support at RUSH.
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Making a Splash Through Advocacy for Cancer Patients
Over more than four decades, Patty Piasecki, NP, has played a critical role at RUSH — supporting leading-edge cancer research and care.
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Mission Trip to Honduras Provides Lessons for RUSH Copley Residents
Without X-rays or medical equipment, physicians rely on their senses to treat patients.
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Enduring Trials, Achieving Greatness and Bridging Gaps
For Golden Lamp Society scholarship recipient Charlene Gamboa, PhD ’21, being a trailblazer has come with big challenges — and rewards.
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Getting LOUD To Preserve Their Voices
Talking and telling jokes helps people with Parkinson’s keep their voices strong.
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Robert Halstead Awarded Waterford Place Outstanding Supporter Medal
Robert Halstead was announced as Outstanding Supporter winner during Waterford Place’s National Cancer Survivors Day celebration in June.
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Coping With the Unconscionable
A specialized program for military sexual trauma leads with empathy, patience and compassion.
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Students Sew Port Pillows for Patients
A project allows students to "do something for someone else."
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‘No Matter What We Do, We Think It’s Not Enough’
Ganesh Pai considers his support of Swim Across America and RUSH as a ‘thank you’ for wife’s cancer treatment.
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Juan’s Story: Finding Acceptance Along the Road Home
From joining the inaugural IOP in 2014 to today, Juan Sanchez, a U.S. Army veteran, embraces progress.
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Transforming Recovery Through Innovative Research
A gift supports physical medicine and rehabilitation research while honoring Joseph Dragonette.
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Healing Communities Facing Health Inequities: Q&A with John Rich
John Rich, MD, MPH, of the RUSH BMO Institute for Health Equity, believes innovative thinking and collaboration can reduce violence, poverty and health disparities.
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Legacy of Harrison I. Steans Lives on Through $5M Gift to RUSH to Improve Equity
Three families honor the prominent figure in Chicago’s banking industry with a major gift to the RUSH BMO Institute for Health Equity.
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Tackling the Challenges of Cancer
Former NFL player Arthur "Art" Ray Jr. overcomes osteosarcoma with help from RUSH care team.
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Making an Impact for Patients Today and in the Future
Cecilia Teitell, a retired nurse, supports RUSH through volunteer work and a generous bequest.
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Grant-supported Program Expands to Empower More Caregivers
Caregivers of older adults benefit from the Caring for Caregivers program's innovative approach.
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RUSH Copley’s Movement Disorders Program Receives Grant From Parkinson’s Foundation
A grant supports exercise and music therapy sessions to improve quality of life for people with movement disorders.
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Ensuring Access to Comprehensive Reproductive Health Care
RUSH's Family Planning Fund covers patient expenses for medical procedures and ancillary costs.
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‘The Impossible Is Possible’
Encouraging people through his art, Johnny Felix creates a special painting for Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center.
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Paul's Story
Paul Whitmer, an Army veteran, sees his life improves with accessible, evidence-based care offered by The Road Home Program.
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Coming Full Circle
Eric Chessier now champions the program that coached him through mental health challenges as an outreach coordinator.
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Barrier Breakers
For Road Home Program team members, removing obstacles veterans face to receiving care is personal.
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Nearly Five Decades of Dedication to RUSH
Passion for nursing education leads Karen Van Dyke Lamb, DNP, a RUSH alumna and retired faculty member, to leave a lasting legacy.
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Kristina's Story
Kristina had a great support system to help her through cancer treatment. Now she wants to help others.
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‘RUSH Gave Me My Career’
Edward Weiner, MD ’73, expresses gratitude for his education and fulfilling career.
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New RUSH Kiosk Offers Hands-Only CPR Training
Thanks to a recent philanthropic donation from longtime RUSH supporters Joan and Paul Rubschlager, RUSH now offers an on-site, Hands-Only CPR kiosk provided by the American Heart Association.
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Alumnus and Faculty Member Strengthens the Institution He Loves
'Phenomenal experience' over 40 years at RUSH led Randy Epstein, MD, to leave a lasting legacy.
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‘I Can Do the Things I Want Without Restrictions; I’m the Result of Dr. Nho’s Work’
Former pro soccer player’s gift keeps the ball rolling on leading-edge joint preservation research.
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Turning the Tide for Cancer Research
Steve Schlegel, a lifelong swimmer honors daughter, supports his own fight against cancer.
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‘We must never give up hope’
Ellen Bintz Meuch supports RUSH cancer research annually through Swim Across America in honor of her late husband and aunt.
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Bequest to RUSH Will Support Cardiovascular and Breast Cancer Research
Decades of care at RUSH University Medical Center led one woman to leave a $100,000 bequest in honor of her family.
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Chicago Foundation Launches Scholarship to Promote Community-based Clinical Mental Health Care Project at RUSH
The Herrendorf Family Foundation has launched a five-year partnership with RUSH University Medical Center to support mental health in Chicago’s communities.
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Geralyn O’Brien Wins for Waterford Place
As a licensed, oncology-focused esthetician, Geralyn O’Brien has provided participants at Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center with skin care classes, personal consultations and oncology-focused facials. And now she has won $10,000 for Waterford Place by entering – and winning – the Compassion category of the Skin Games 2020, an international competition for estheticians.
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Giving Tuesday Feeds More Than 1,000 People
Donations to One Box, One Community delivered nutritious food to families in need during the holidays.
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St. Luke’s Alumna Leaves Lasting Legacy
St. Luke’s School of Nursing alumna Helen (Gianutsos) Robertson remained grateful throughout her life for the experiences and training she received during nursing school. Through thoughtful gift planning, Helen was able to create a scholarship in her name.
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Polio Survivor Defies Odds Thanks to Dr. Berger’s Techniques
Only Dr. Richard Berger’s minimally invasive knee replacement method could help Rocque Lipford continue to walk.
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RUSH University Awarded 'Real Funding To Make Big Progress' in Battling Parkinson’s
RUSH Medical College will be a part of a major undertaking by the Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) initiative, leading one of 21 teams receiving critical and significant funding in hopes of making major advances in the fight against Parkinson’s disease.
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Exercise Classes Give Parkinson’s Patient Direction, Focus – and Hope
Craig Smit found new focus, direction and hope through exercise, especially through the Delay the Disease™ and Rock Steady Boxing classes that are part of RUSH Copley’s Movement Disorders Program.
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‘I Can Make a Difference for Others’: Cancer Survivor Supports Research at Rush
Katie Jorgenson joined RUSH’s Swim Across America fundraising team in 2018, three years after her bone cancer diagnosis. Now she’s helping other cancer patients facing the same challenges.
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Provider Spotlight: Judy Siek, Yoga and Movement Specialist
Judy Siek believes that exercise is the key to mental, physical and emotional health. “It makes us feel good about ourselves and it makes us healthier human beings,” she says.
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'They Really Care for Their Patients': Couple Inspired to Support Innovative Joint Repair Research
Pam Strobel experienced a severe knee injury that could only be treated at Midwest Orthopaedics at RUSH. Now back on her feet, she wants to help others facing similar challenges.
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Movement Disorders Program Provides Physical and Emotional Benefits
Having Parkinson’s disease isn’t easy, but Deb Hopkins says RUSH Copley’s Movement Disorders Program has made living with the disease easier. The story she shares is like that of other patients who have found relief — both physical and emotional — through the exercise and art therapy classes and support group meetings. Learn about the impact the program has had on Deb’s life.
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A Lifelong Path Toward Health Equity
David Ansell, MD, MPH, learned about injustices in the world at an early age. As a doctor, he found a way to help the disadvantaged.
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Boxing Class Helps Patients Fight Parkinson’s Disease
RUSH Copley is an affiliate of Rock Steady Boxing, a nonprofit organization that was created to help people with Parkinson’s disease improve their quality of life through a non-contact, boxing-based fitness curriculum.
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25 Years of Care and Compassion Leads to Gift Supporting HIV Research
Sherri Wrobell first came to Rush following an HIV diagnosis. That was 25 years ago. Wrobell credits her physician for maintaining her health since then.
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Donor Brings Power of Art, Music to Patients, Families and Staff
Care at RUSH inspires gift to help others find respite through art.
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