Alzheimer’s Drug Shows Promise, But Risk Remains

An experimental genetic inhibitor that could stave off Alzheimer’s disease has unintended consequences, but may represent a target for future drug development, according to a recent study published in Science Translational Medicine.

Teresa Woodruff Elected to National Academy of Medicine

Teresa Woodruff, PhD, vice chair for research in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and dean of the Graduate School, has been elected to the National Academy of Medicine.

Telestroke Program Brings Faster Critical Care

In the key minutes following a stroke, telemedicine consultations allow Northwestern Medicine neurologists to make a diagnosis and order treatment, even when they’re miles away.

Campbell Named Vice-Dean for Finance and Administration

Heather Campbell, MHS, has been named vice-dean for finance and administration for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

Addressing Women’s Representation in Orthopaedic Surgery Residencies

Linda Suleiman, MD, ’17 GME, assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, discusses her recent study on the representation of women in orthopaedic surgery residency programs.

One of the First Northwestern Memorial Liver Transplant Patients Looks Back

As Northwestern Memorial Hospital approaches conducting 2,000 liver transplants, Jerry Goldfarb reflects on his journey.

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