Stories with tag: "Philanthropy"

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University

Giving Back to the Program That Shaped Her

Positive educational experience inspires philanthropic gift supporting Rush’s nurse anesthetist program
Frances Pastuszka and Kenny Lam stand along the Lake Michigan shore with the Chicago city skyline in the background.
University

An ‘Unwavering Commitment’ to Advancing Equitable Health Care

Rush celebrates latest endowed faculty appointments, including new donor-supported chair
Standing left to right are Brian Forsythe, MD; Asokumar Buvanendran, MD; David C. Reid, MD, FAAD; and Lee Jones, MD.
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.
Community

Investing in Rush’s Future

Trustee’s estate gift enables Rush to stay ahead, address gaps in care
Cyrus and Mitzi Freidheim pose for a photo
Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

Crain’s Honors Rush Trustee and Philanthropist

Jennifer W. Steans among 2025 Notable Leaders in Philanthropy
A headshot on a blank background featuring Jeannifer W. Steans.
Brain Health & Conditions

Honoring Christopher G. Goetz, MD

The force behind Rush’s powerhouse Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders program
Dr. Christopher Goetz
Cancer

‘I Love What I Do’

A conversation with Amina Ahmed, MD, director of RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
Dr. Amina Ahmed smiles while talking to another person.
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
Bones and Joints

A Family’s Personal Commitment to Advance Orthopedic Care

$8.25 million gift marks largest donation ever to support orthopedic research at Rush
Walberts
Patient Stories

Wayne’s Story: Determined to Be the Best He Can Be

Wayne Janovsky challenges himself with exercise to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease
Wayne keeps active on exercise bike