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Easing Lower Back Pain

Rush physiatrist Shivani Dua, MD, shares tips to help manage and relieve it

Listen now to a podcast about spinal tumor care from RUSH expert John O'Toole, MD.
Spine & Back

Spinal Tumor Care at Rush With John O'Toole, MD

Rounding at Rush welcomes John O’Toole, MD, to the show to discuss spinal tumor care at Rush University Medical Center. Rush is known for its use of minimally invasive procedures, interdiscipl...

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O'Toole Named Co-Director of Rush Neurosciences

John O’Toole, MD, MS, will serve as surgical director for the service line

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Tom’s Story

How physical medicine and rehabilitation helped him regain his independence

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Spine & Back

Preventing Back and Neck Pain

Thomas J. McGivney, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Rush Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, discusses important lifestyle changes that can help you prevent back and neck pain.

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5 Neurological Conditions You Can Treat With Botox

There’s a lot more to botulinum toxin than meets the eye

Neurosurgeon Richard Fessler, MD, PhD, featured in regenerative research docuseries and panel discussion
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Rush University Medical Center to Hold Screening for Documentary, Feb. 24

Neurosurgeon Richard Fessler, MD, PhD, featured in regenerative research docuseries and panel discussion

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Rush University Is Bringing Innovative Education To The Table

Center for Innovative and Lifelong Learning launches new program to further education of spine specialists across the globe

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New Technology Simulates X-Ray Vision for Surgeons

Dr. Frank Phillips, a surgeon at Rush, was the first to use augmented reality imaging during a minimally invasive spine surgery.

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Spine & Back

Get the Care You Need for Common Spine Conditions

Know when to seek neurological care