Celebrating the Future of Medical Education

Faculty, staff, students and trainees shared presentations, workshops and discussions on the future of medical education at Feinberg’s 12th annual Medical Education Day, held September 30.

Gene Loss Enhances Metastasis and Cancer Progression

Investigators discovered that the loss of the gene SLIT2 in circulating tumor cells regulates metastasis of prostate cancer tumors, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.

First Drug to Reduce Risk of Mortality and Hospitalization in Heart Failure

Dapagliflozin, a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitor, reduced the risk of cardiovascular-related morality and hospitalization in patients with heart failure, regardless of ejection fraction, according to a series of clinical trial reports.

Targeting Ion Channels to Manage Osteoarthritis Pain

Therapeutically targeting ion channels in nociceptor neurons may be a promising strategy for managing osteoarthritis pain, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.

Firefighter With Terminal Cancer Takes His Final Ride Home

Itasca firefighters transported 34-year-old Frank Nunez home to Crystal Lake, Illinois, along with his fiancé and family dog, in the same ambulance he once used to transport patients.

Mel Roethlisberger Finds His Place and Gender-Affirming Care

The certified medical assistant at Kishwaukee completed his transgender journey through the Northwestern Medicine Gender Pathways Program. At work, he supports patients with cancer through some of their toughest days.

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