Why Feinberg?
A New Home for Research
Northwestern University has made an extraordinary commitment to growing our biomedical research enterprise. In 2019, the opening of the Louis A. Simpson and Kimberly K. Querrey Biomedical Research Center added 629,000 square feet of new space dedicated to scientific inquiry into cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's, diabetes and other areas where we need more knowledge and answers to inform medical treatment.Living in Chicago
Chicago is the cultural, industrial, commercial and entertainment center of the Midwest. Famed for its iconic architecture, it is the birthplace of the skyscraper and home to dozens of cultural landmarks including the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), the Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum and Navy Pier. Outdoor enthusiasts in Chicago enjoy swimming, running, biking,and other sports on the many parks and beaches along Lake Michigan. Northwestern University's Chicago campus is located in the Streeterville neighborhood of Chicago, along the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan.
Student Testimonials
Kate Engelhardt, MD, Master of Science in Health Services and Outcomes Research
The Master’s program has connected me with resources to draw upon throughout the design and execution of all of my research projects. I expect these connections to be life-long relationships for research collaboration."
Jessica Stoll, Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling, Class of 2014
My time at Northwestern provided me amazing exposure to a wide variety of clinic settings and counseling experiences. I also learned a great deal about clinical research and have been able to apply this experience to my position in an academic medical center."
Mavis Prall, MSJ, MS, Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety, Class of 2010
I was worried that my non-clinical background would hinder me, but the instructors and my fellow classmates were extraordinarily supportive. I found the program to be stimulating, exciting and rewarding. The program immediately expanded my professional opportunities."
Zachary Pittsenbarger, MD, Master of Science in Health Services and Outcomes Research
The variety of classes we take gives us exposure to all sorts of health services research. I never thought I would use qualitative or economics research methods in a project, but now I have the skills to incorporate them into future projects."
Sergio Cardona-Gonzalez, MS, MD, Master of Science in Reproductive Science & Medicine, Class of 2018
I think that the multidisciplinary network is one of the most valuable aspects of the CRS. There are so many research areas and labs working in various aspects of the reproductive sciences that make the perfect networking and knowledge-rich environment."
Discovery Across Two Campuses
Many Feinberg-affiliated graduate program activities are on Northwestern University's Evanston campus. The Graduate School of Northwestern University offers rich programming and information about living and training in Evanston.
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