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Aphasia
Brain Health & Conditions

Understanding Bruce Willis' Aphasia Diagnosis

A Rush speech therapist clears up some misconceptions about aphasia

Helping hands

The Essential Role of Social Work at RUSH

Helping patients navigate their health care experience

Rich K. and his wife
Waterford Place

A Caregiver's Story

Being a caregiver is demanding, but Rich K. has met fantastic people through a support group and says it helps to share your stories

neha-gupta-feature
Mental & Behavioral Health

RUSH Program Gets Patients Mental Health Care Faster

Unique partnership means patients hear from a counselor within a week

Iris Shannon

The Life and Legacy of Public Health Nurse Iris Shannon

Remembering a RUSH trailblazer

U.S. News - Best Grad Schools - Doctor of Nursing Practice - 2023
Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

Rush University Shines in Latest U.S. News Rankings

Rush's reputation for excellence is reinforced by U.S. News & World Report 2023 Best Graduate Schools rankings

depression-feature
Mental & Behavioral Health

5 Facts About Depression

When to seek help for the most common type of mental illness

Omar Ramos and Geralyn O'Brien

Esthetician Geralyn O’Brien Recognized for Passion

After winning $10,000 for Waterford Place, she is working so that other not-for-profits have a chance to win, too

Jie Li, PhD, RRT
COVID-19

Pioneering Respiratory Therapist Tirelessly Propels COVID-19 Research

One of China’s first respiratory therapists, Jie Li, PhD, RRT has been a leading contributor to the scientific research on safe, effective respiratory care during the pandemic

Rukiya Curvey Johnson
Community

Working to Improve Health Equity on the West Side

Rukiya Curvey Johnson is RUSH's interim vice president of community health equity