Stories with tag: "Research"

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Cancer

The Evolution of Lung Cancer Detection and Care

Rush research helps people live longer, better lives after a lung cancer diagnosis
Jeffrey Borgia, PhD, writes from the other side of a clear surface.
Cancer

‘Here, I Feel Powerful’

Katrina Martin finds community and strength through annual swim that raises funds for cancer research and care
Katrina Martin and her son Rob participate in the 2023 Swim Across America – Chicago Open Water Swim, honoring her late husband, Dana, with their team sign.
Brain Health & Conditions

Honoring Christopher G. Goetz, MD

The force behind Rush’s powerhouse Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders program
Dr. Christopher Goetz
Brain Health & Conditions

Sherry’s Journey: Living Fully With Parkinson’s

How Sherry Koppel turned her Parkinson’s disease diagnosis into a mission — giving back, inspiring others and embracing each day
Sherry Koppel sits on a red chair
University

A Continued Investment in Rush’s Future

Rush University honors, supports the work of five more faculty members with endowed appointments
Pictured standing from left to right are Miral D. Jhaveri, MD, MBA; Angela M. Moss, PhD, APRN, FAAN; Barbara A. Swanson, PhD, RN, FAAN; Sharon D. Gates, DSW; and Steven K. Rothschild, MD.
Research

Supporting Orthopedic Research Through Sport

At the Chicago Sports Summit, attendees get a behind-the-scenes look at sports in the city while contributing to groundbreaking research at Rush
A group of panelists talk at the Chicago Sports Summit.
University

Building on Our ‘Extraordinary’ Traditions

A conversation with Rush University President Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, about Rush’s defining characteristics, his vision for the future, and the importance of research and development
Rush University President Robert S.D. Higgins, MD, MSHA, takes part in a student onboarding fair.
Cancer

A Lasting Legacy

Through Swim Across America, Mary Haffner Holloway keeps late brother’s spirit alive by participating in the event he loved — all while supporting cancer research at Rush
Mary Haffner Holloway lifts her arms in celebration after participating in Swim Across America's Chicago Open Water Swim.
Heart Health

From Musician to Surgeon to Philanthropist

Rush Heritage Society member Phyllis Bleck, MD ’79, DMA, leaves a lasting legacy at Rush
Dr. Phyllis Bleck portrait in 1979
Health Equity

Making Strides in Closing Health Care Gaps

Philanthropic funding enables Rush faculty to advance research aimed at reducing health disparities locally and globally
From left to right: Kirsten A. Dickins, PhD, AM, Rachel L. Boutté, PhD, MDiv, and Esther Lee, MD, MPH