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When Family Members Become Patients

A Northwestern Medicine nurse practitioner shares a unique perspective with her patients and their family members because she has been in their shoes — twice.

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Implants Bring Back Hearing - And Joy

After suffering social isolation following hearing loss, a vibrant teacher is enjoying life with cochlear implants.

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Lifesaving Care 53 Minutes Sooner

The Northwestern Medicine Mobile Stroke Unit delivered critical care to Kevin 53 minutes faster than the national average.

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A Team Effort

While Jill’s medical team helps her push through metastatic breast cancer, her rowing team helps her stay strong.

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One of First Transplant Patients Looks Back

Northwestern Memorial Hospital has completed nearly 2,000 liver transplants since the transplant program began — Jerry’s was one of the first.

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Local Radio Personality Ends Treatment on a High Note

Radio personality Bruce Oscar and his health team tapped into his passion for music to help him get his groove back.

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Stroke at 23: Patient’s Powerful Perspective

Jen’s family was told she wasn’t likely to survive. More than two years later, optimism and persistence continue to drive her recovery.

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