My Northwestern Medicine November 30, 2022

Genetic Testing for Epilepsy Improves Patient Outcomes

Genetic Testing for Epilepsy Improves Patient Outcomes

Genetic testing in epilepsy patients can inform treatment and lead to better outcomes in many cases, according to a study published in JAMA Neurology.

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Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science Launches

The Institute for Public Health and Medicine’s Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science recently held its inaugural strategic planning meeting, which welcomed Feinberg faculty to learn about the center’s vision, goals and opportunities for collaboration.

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Vitamin D Fails to Reduce Statin-Associated Muscle Pain

A recent Northwestern Medicine study showed that vitamin D supplements do not reduce muscle pain associated with statin drugs.

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Northwestern Investigates COVID-19

Northwestern Medicine investigators continue to study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on health outcomes and society, from maternal vaccinations and antibody response to identifying novel therapeutic targets.

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Suburban Hospitals Earn Recognition from Parkinson’s Foundation

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital have earned a recognition as Parkinson’s Foundation Centers of Excellence Satellite Centers from the Parkinson’s Foundation.

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Couple Diagnosed with Different Cancers Get Treated Together

Peggy Hessling and Don Engel were diagnosed with cancer at the same time and were treated at the same place, with back-to-back appointments at the Northwestern Medicine Proton Center.

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