Testing New Therapies for Emphysema

Endobronchial coils implanted into the lungs may improve exercise tolerance for patients with severe emphysema, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association that involved Northwestern Medicine investigators.

First Week for Northwestern’s New Residents

Northwestern Medicine welcomed more than 150 first-year residents during the week of June 20, with many attending “bootcamp” training sessions.

Northwestern Medicine Physician Participates in Vatican Stem Cell Conference

Richard Burt, MD, chief of Immunotherapy and Autoimmune Diseases, recently traveled to the Vatican for a historic conference that brought together the world’s leading cell therapy scientists, physicians, patients and ethicists, along with leaders of faith, government and philanthropy.

Shilatifard Receives Walder Research Award

Ali Shilatifard has been named the 15th recipient of the Martin E. and Gertrude G. Walder Award for Research Excellence, which recognizes excellence in research at Northwestern University.

'I Would Have Not Survived'

In a YouTube video released by U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk, R-Ill., he praises Northwestern Medicine's telehealth program for helping him recover from a stroke.

Clements Selected for National Resident Matching Program Board

Deborah Clements, MD, chair of Family and Community Medicine, has been appointed as a member of the National Resident Matching Program’s board of directors.

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