University of Chicago Medicine Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on October 6, 2025 - 15:36 GMT

Overcoming mammogram anxiety: What a breast cancer expert wants you to know

Sarah Shubeck, MD, MS, consults with a patient. Mammograms are our most important screening tool for finding breast cancer, which is one of the most common cancers and makes up almost a third of cancers in women every year. As a breast surgical oncologist …

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Published on September 26, 2025 - 21:54 GMT

Cancer survivor encourages Black patients to enroll in clinical trials

Raised in a Christian home by a single mother, Lisa Howard always helped others in her South Side community. Even when she was diagnosed with cancer, she continued to help by enrolling in a clinical trial as part of her treatment at the University of …

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Published on September 25, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

Improving access to care: patient advocate program celebrates 20 years

Marquita McCarter, a patient advocate with UChicago Medicine’s Medical Home and Specialty Care Connection program, helps connect patients and families to the care they need. As a volunteer for the University of Chicago Medicine's Hospital Welcome and …

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Published on September 25, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

2025 RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children’s to take place October 5

The 2025 RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children’s will be held on Sunday, October 5, at the University of Chicago’s Main Quadrangle in Hyde Park. The annual 5K event raises money for childhood illness research, patient care and therapeutic programs at …

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Published on September 25, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

Patient advocate program reduces repeat ED visits

A program that helps patients navigate the healthcare system with help from patient advocates significantly reduces repeat emergency department (ED) visits for low-acuity medical issues (minor or non-urgent needs), according to a new study by University of …

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Published on September 16, 2025 - 19:56 GMT

UChicago Medicine releases 2024–25 Community Health Needs Assessments for the South Side and south suburbs

The University of Chicago Medicine has released its 2024–25 Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs), the result of an 18-month process that engaged thousands of residents and stakeholders across the Chicago's South Side and south suburbs. Conducted …

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Published on September 16, 2025 - 19:56 GMT

UChicago Medicine invested $715 million in community benefits in fiscal 2024

The University of Chicago Medicine invested $715 million in community benefits in fiscal 2024, according to its newly released Community Benefit Report. This includes $29.2 million in financial assistance (charity care) provided to patients across its …

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Published on September 12, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

New game plan: Ostomy bag after colon surgery doesn’t stop 73-year-old basketball player from winning gold medal

As one of the country’s top basketball players in his age division, Mel Mocco was devastated last year when he learned his colon had to be removed. It meant he would have to wear an ostomy bag — a pouch that attaches to the body and collects stool — for …

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Published on September 12, 2025 - 23:08 GMT

Colonoscopy made simple: Physician highlights important, easy-to-schedule screenings at UChicago Medicine Crown Point

In this video, Blase Polite, MD, physician-in-chief at UChicago Medicine Crown Point, shares about his own colonoscopy at the Crown Point multispecialty facility to highlight the availability and ease of scheduling the lifesaving screenings, as well as the …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 17:14 GMT

Stress vs. urgency incontinence: Understanding the types of bladder leakage

The University of Chicago Medicine urogynecologic surgeons As a urogynecologist and reconstructive pelvic surgeon, I often encounter patients who think bladder leakage, otherwise known as urinary incontinence, becomes normal after a certain age. This is …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 00:48 GMT

How to age gracefully: 5 proven tips from a UChicago Medicine geriatrician

When it comes to aging, attitude is everything. At the University of Chicago Medicine South Shore Senior Center, Stacie Levine, MD, sees patients 65 years and older, with most in their 80s and 90s. Their outlook? “They view aging very positively — and they …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 00:48 GMT

Understanding obesity and how bariatric surgery supports lasting weight loss

We want to get to our guest, who has been gracious enough to join us in studio. We love company. We really do. We are so excited to have with us in ongoing conversations Dr. Vanessa Buie. She's an MD, MBA, assistant professor of surgery and bariatric …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 00:48 GMT

UChicago Medicine recognized for leading efforts to combat physician burnout

The University of Chicago Medicine earned the highest level of distinction as an American Medical Association (AMA) Joy in Medicine health organization for its work reducing physician burnout and enhancing the professional fulfillment of its doctors. …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 00:48 GMT

Research exposes far-reaching toll of financial hardship on cancer patients

When someone mentions the word “toxicity” in relation to cancer treatment, they’re usually referring to the negative physical side effects and complications that can result from therapies like radiation and chemotherapy. But researchers at the University …

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Published on August 22, 2025 - 19:39 GMT

Revolutionary plug-and-play CAR-T cell therapy could transform cancer immunotherapy

Researchers at the University of Chicago developed a “universal” chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) platform that offers enhanced safety, adaptability, and the potential to overcome long-standing barriers in cancer immunotherapy. Promising initial testing …

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Published on August 20, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

UChicago Medicine emerges as a global leader in focal therapy treatments for prostate cancer

Abhinav Sidana, MBBS, MPH, created a comprehensive focal therapy program at the University of Chicago Medicine. The program gives prostate cancer patients every available option for minimally invasive treatments. The University of Chicago Medicine’s focal …

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Published on August 20, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

UChicago Medicine expands Cancer Network nationally, names AdventHealth Shawnee Mission as first new affiliate

The University of Chicago Medicine is launching the UChicago Medicine Cancer Network’s new national initiative to bring its academic medicine expertise in cancer care and research to communities across the country. AdventHealth Cancer Institute Shawnee …

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Published on August 14, 2025 - 15:55 GMT

Q&A: What every man should know about testosterone, ED and prostate health

From understanding testosterone levels to male infertility, it’s normal to have questions about your health and what to do when your body doesn't feel right. Our team is here to help. The Men's Wellness Clinic at the University of Chicago Medicine …

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Published on August 13, 2025 - 22:30 GMT

'Just keep smiling': 5-year-old beats uncommon type of leukemia following rare allergy to chemo

Hillary Lofton-Mosley had planned out every detail of her dream wedding in Jamaica, down to her 2-year-old daughter, Harlow, serving as the flower girl. But just a couple weeks before the big day in September 2022, as she was packing suitcases for the trip …

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Published on August 7, 2025 - 13:16 GMT

Veteran Chicago pediatric neurosurgeon Arthur DiPatri, MD, joins UChicago Medicine Comer Children’s Hospital

Arthur “Art” DiPatri, MD, a veteran Chicago pediatric neurosurgeon, joined the University of Chicago Medicine on August 1 as Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Comer Children’s Hospital. DiPatri will also serve as Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery for the …

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