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Dr. Gillian Alex, robotic surgeon
RUSH People

Gillian Alex, MD, Named Robotic Surgery Program Director

Program advances robotic surgical techniques in many different specialties.

Mark, in green, and Anne, in pink sit in a grassy yard.
Cancer

A Legacy of Learning and Healing

Anne and Mark Stumpf plan to establish an endowed scholarship at Rush University College of Nursing inspired by their transformative experience and commitment to education.

Audrey Kam, MD, and Sam Pappas, MD
Cancer

Advanced, Multidisciplinary GI Cancer Care at RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center With Audrey Kam, MD, and Sam Pappas, MD

Audrey Kam, MD, is the director of GI medical oncology at RUSH MD Anderson, as well as the research director of GI medical oncology at RUSH MD Anderson. She specializes in treating gastrointes...

Acoustic neuroma diagnosis
Ear, Nose & Throat

Making Informed Decisions About Acoustic Neuroma Treatment

These benign tumors, also called vestibular schwannomas, can cause hearing loss, balance issues and more

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Healthy Living

Protecting Against Liver Disease

Early detection and treatment of liver disease can prevent life-threatening damage to this vital organ

Ihsan Kaadan, MD, MS
Heart Health

Specialty Vascular Medicine Care for PAD and Chronic Venous Insufficiency at Rush with Ihsan Kaadan, MD, MS

Ihsan Kaadan, MD, MS, is a vascular medicine specialist in the Rush University System for Health; he evaluates and treats patients with complex arterial and vein disorders.

Tonia Logan at the beach
Patient Stories

Tonia’s Story: Thankful for New Shoulder

After a partial shoulder replacement, Tonia Logan can do things she hasn’t done in years

Someone looks at a slide through a microscope.
Bones and Joints

At Rush, It's Personal

How our drive and commitment advance patient care

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Food & Nutrition

Vegetarian Chili

A healthy, low-fat, meat-free take on this classic comfort food

Social Activity
Healthy Aging & Caregiving

Being Social May Delay Dementia Onset by Five Years

Social activities include dining out, traveling, even playing bingo