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Patient Stories

Marty's Story: Thinking Outside the Box

An MRI required a little extra planning for Marty Lewis, who is hard of hearing
Marty
Cancer

Ron's Story: Back in Action After Esophageal Cancer

Surgical tech knew he wanted to be treated at RUSH, where he works
Ron Exford
COVID-19

Antibody Properties in Plasma Can Predict COVID-19 Severity

Researchers across RUSH University found a correlation between inflammatory bulk IgG glycans and COVID-19 severity
Microscopic view of coronavirus
Women’s Health

Sobering Facts About Wine, Women and Liver Disease

Take a break from alcohol and the ‘Mommy Wine’ culture
A woman pouring a glass of red wine
Skin

Shelley’s Story: Psoriasis Treatment Is More Than Skin-Deep

Shelley lived with severe psoriasis for her whole life until a RUSH physician listened, provided treatment and gave her hope
Shelley Messer stands in front of a window in winter.
Awards, Rankings and Recognitions

Celebrating Women Physicians Day 2023

Physicians at RUSH reflect on the impact of women in medicine
Salina Lee, MD, with a patient
Heart Health

5 Facts About Atrial Fibrillation (AFib)

Tips for recognizing, living with and preventing this potentially dangerous heart condition
Stethoscope with ECG chart

Giving Tuesday Thank You from LaDawne Jenkins

Heart Health

Mark’s Story: Active Again After High-Risk Blockages in His Arteries

Complex, minimally invasive treatment at RUSH allows Indiana man to avoid open heart surgery — and get back on his bike again
Mark Spitz
Cancer

A Second Transplant, A Second Chance at Life

Diagnosed with a rare cancer, Diana Termine offers thanks for her care at RUSH
Patient with Celalettin Ustun, MD