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The Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its opening, offering patients access to the highest quality care closer to where they live and work. The 120,000-square-foot outpatient center at …

Innovative approach helps reduce heat-related symptoms and improve function for people living with MS

Doug Bober began serving the Northwestern Medicine community through volunteering in 2018. Today, he assists as a endoscopy ambassador supporting care by stocking supplies, sanitizing rooms, organizing paperwork, and helps patients and families with …

Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute has expanded to Tinley Park increasing access to clinical appointments, cardiovascular imaging and cardiac diagnostic testing for patients in the south suburbs. The new services, located at 17333 …

The chronic autoimmune disease is most common in women under age 40 and men over age 60; impacts eye movements, swallowing, fatigue and more

First patient family returns as Huntley Hospital marks a decade of community care and growth, with another expansion slated for October 2026

After a life-threatening recurrence of angiosarcoma in her lung, Regina Henneman achieved remission again through a personalized plan that included immunotherapy and radiation

Multiple Northwestern Medicine hospitals achieved national specialty rankings, top regional placements and high-performing distinctions across key areas of careChicago, IL – For the 15th consecutive year, Northwestern Memorial Hospital has once …

46-year-old Preeyanuch Chanwongwanit is the first Wisconsin patient to receive a kidney transplant fully awake at Northwestern Medicine

CHICAGO – July 21, 2026 – A new study from Northwestern Medicine shows that adult women experience more severe neurological symptoms of long COVID than adult men.While past studies have found that women are more frequently affected by long COVID …

CHICAGO - Northwestern Medicine today announced the launch of the Northwestern Medicine Robert Havey, MD, Institute for Primary Care, a transformative new institute dedicated to advancing primary care delivery, education and innovation across the …

Elizabeth Wehrle of Montezuma, Iowa, traveled to Chicago for a first-of-its-kind procedure that happened on March 22; will return home and reunite with her son on July 17

Patients say program made managing their health easier and more consistent

JAMA study challenges a long-held transplant rule that patients with stage IV lung cancer shouldn’t receive lung transplants

First international patient at Northwestern Medicine’s Center for Advanced Endoscopy finds new hope – and a new favorite pizza

Dave Mason, 86, a patient included in the research, continues to live at home with his wife nearly four years after his glioblastoma diagnosis

Megan Melland-Smith, MD, brings tissue-based hernia repair procedure with WWII roots to the Northwestern Medicine Digestive Health Institute

CHICAGO and BEDFORD, NY — June 18, 2026 — Northwestern Medicine, Chicago’s premier integrated academic health system, today announced a collaboration with Vizlitics, a healthcare artificial intelligence company, to deploy the next-generation AI …

Community-based services are available to anyone suffering from aphasia due to a stroke or traumatic brain injury

After being turned away by other health systems, Sheila Perry received her new kidney at Northwestern Medicine on March 6

Pediatric emergency department maintains exemplary care status for nearly a decade

Schreiber Philanthropy is investing in Northwestern Medicine’s efforts to expand access to care, build the community health workforce, and address social health needs

Arm pain and swelling were signs the college basketball forward had a condition, surgically treated by removing the first rib

Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital’s pool-based therapies turn treatment into play for children with complex needs

Sisters Kendall and Elle Schara are back on the collegiate volleyball court after a life-saving stem cell transplant at Northwestern Medicine

Northwestern Medicine neurosurgeon Stephen Magill, MD, PhD, helps a 32-year-old mother welcome a second child following postpartum hormonal issues

Specialized training prepares neurodiverse teens and young adults for safe, independent driving and Illinois road testing

Michelle Wilcox was initially told she had a month to live. One year later, she is traveling and spending time with her grandkids, including meeting her newest granddaughter Mother's Day weekend, thanks to treatment at Northwestern Medicine.

The Geriatric Emergency Department Initiative aims to improve care and outcomes for patients 65 years and older

Volunteers modify ride-on cars for children with physical challenges opening a world of mobility and independence