New Therapy Harnesses Patients’ Blood Cells to Fight Tumors

Northwestern University scientists have discovered it is possible to isolate a tumor’s attack cells non-invasively from blood, rather than from tumors.

Hauser Named New Director of Medical Scientist Training Program

Alan Hauser, MD, PhD, vice chair of Microbiology-Immunology, has been named the new director of Feinberg’s Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP), effective April 15.

Combination Treatment Extends Progression-Free Survival in Brain Cancer

Repeat radiation therapy combined with monoclonal antibody treatment extended progression-free survival in patients with recurrent glioblastoma, according to a recent clinical trial.

Medical Student Event Encourages Aspiring Doctors

Feinberg medical students came together recently to organize a one-day interactive workshop for community high schoolers with an interest in pursuing a career in medicine.

Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Launches Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy Program

The new tools, already in use at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Central DuPage Hospital, enable earlier and more accurate diagnoses of lung cancer.

Driver Rehabilitation Programs Help Older Adults, People With Disabilities Adapt to the Road

Specially trained occupational therapists work with patients to identify vehicle adaptations that will help them drive safely.

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