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Elizabeth Berry-Kravis, MD, PhD
Brain Health & Conditions

Treatment Found to Improve Cognitive Function in Patients With Fragile X Syndrome

Results from phase two study show improved language and daily functioning among participants

Dr. Joshua Murphy and patient Carson Cathey
Patient Stories

Carson’s Story

Teen back on the football field two months after life-threatening stroke

Susan Song
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8 Ways to Prevent Stroke and Spot Its Warning Signs

Learning the signs of a stroke can save lives and greatly improve outcomes

Patient Stories

Betsi's Story

Treatment for concussion at Rush gets triathlete back in the race

Patient Stories

Virginia's Story

How MR-guided focused ultrasound at Rush addressed Virginia's essential tremor

App showing telemedicine interaction
Brain Health & Conditions

Telemedicine Option Can Manage Deep Brain Stimulation

New technology allows remote management of Parkinson’s, tremor therapy

What to Know About Essential Tremor
Brain Health & Conditions

What Is Essential Tremor?

Important facts about this common neurologic condition, including treatment options

Brain Health & Conditions

'In the Best Hands': the Rush Multiple Sclerosis Center

Meet Angie Randall and the Rush care team that helps her manage her MS

Sarah Chavka Flynn and Adriana Bermeo-Ovalle
Patient Stories

Sarah Chavka Flynn's Story

Epilepsy doesn’t have to stand in the way of a healthy pregnancy

Elizabeth Pieroth, PsyD, ABPP, MPH, Director, Concussion Care at Rush, Consults With a Patient
Brain Health & Conditions

7 Facts About Concussion

What you do after a head injury can make a huge difference in how you recover