Podcasts about Northwestern Medicine

We go inside Northwestern Medicine's Innovation Engine to see how they are solving healthcare's biggest challenges with Kali Arduini Ihde, Director of Ventures and Innovation at Northwestern Medicine. Kali is at the forefront of bringing emerging technologies into one of the country's top academic health systems to help shape the future of patient care through innovation. She leads the Northwestern Medicine Healthcare Accelerator, which partners with AI and digital health startups to solve real, high-impact challenges in healthcare. We discuss the value of creating organized programmatic innovation to solve important problems (prior authorization, physician burden, supply chain) in a safe space that allows for co-creation to accelerate scale.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopaedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss several pharmaceutical stories. And, as always, he answers questions from listeners.

September 2, 2025 City Club event description: Join the Cancer Center Directors of the member hospitals of the Chicago Breast Cancer Research Consortium—a groundbreaking collaboration between University of Chicago Medicine, Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine, and Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center—for a powerful conversation on how Chicago is redefining breast cancer research. Convened and […]

Dr. Kimbra Bell, MD, Medical Director for the new Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, joins John Williams to talk about the grand opening of the new facility tomorrow. Dr. Bell talks about the variety of care that will be available at the center, why this type of facility is needed in Bronzeville, how many people […]

Dr. Kimbra Bell, MD, Medical Director for the new Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, joins John Williams to talk about the grand opening of the new facility tomorrow. Dr. Bell talks about the variety of care that will be available at the center, why this type of facility is needed in Bronzeville, how many people […]

Dr. Kimbra Bell, MD, Medical Director for the new Northwestern Medicine Bronzeville Outpatient Center, joins John Williams to talk about the grand opening of the new facility tomorrow. Dr. Bell talks about the variety of care that will be available at the center, why this type of facility is needed in Bronzeville, how many people […]

Dr. Jim Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss some of the latest health headlines.

Children growing up in disadvantaged neighborhoods are far more likely to be hospitalized with gun injuries than those in wealthier areas, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine's Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about when you should get your flu shot and how Omega-3 could help protect women against Alzheimer’s. He also shares a study that looks at a possible connection between colon cancer and running marathons, the FDA’s approval […]

Children growing up in disadvantaged neighborhoods are far more likely to be hospitalized with gun injuries than those in wealthier areas, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine.

Children growing up in disadvantaged neighborhoods are far more likely to be hospitalized with gun injuries than those in wealthier areas, according to a new study led by Northwestern Medicine.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopaedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss a study that tied use of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy to an increased risk of blindness. Dr. Elliott says that, while there isn’t a need for those using the […]

In this episode of Better Edge, C. Charles Jain, MD, the new associate medical director for Adult Congenital Heart Disease at Northwestern Medicine Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute, shares his clinical expertise and strategic vision for advancing adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) care. Dr. Jain discusses his new role and outlines a comprehensive approach to improving outcomes for ACHD. He emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration and seamless transitions from pediatric to adult care, key parts of Northwestern Medicine's approach. Dr. Jain also highlights his research interests, commitment to providing whole-person care and upcoming initiatives to expand access and enhance continuity of care at Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute.

In this episode, Dr. Barbara Hanson and Dr. Igor Koralnik from Northwestern Medicine share groundbreaking research uncovering a potential connection between human pegivirus and Parkinson's disease. They discuss the study's findings, the role of genetics and immune response, and how existing antiviral treatments might one day be repurposed to help patients.

Dr. Ian Grant, a behavioral neurologist at Northwestern Medicine, joins John Landecker to talk about whether diabetes drugs like Ozempic can lower the risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease and why more studies will tell us more.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss how recent changes to federal law will delay or block Medicare drug price negotiations for some of the most expensive and widely used cancer medications. Then, Dr. Elliott answers questions about medications from […]

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine's Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to talk about a trial for a pill that treats obstructive sleep apnea and three exercises that could help improve insomnia. He also shares some tips to help quit smoking for good, the severity of withdrawal from antidepressants, and […]

Dr. Igor Koralnik of Northwestern Medicine joins the Lisa Dent Show to discuss a major discovery: Researchers have found human pegivirus (HPgV) in the brains of Parkinson's patients, a potential clue to the disease's mysterious origins.

Dr. Clara Peek, assistant professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics and Medicine in the Division of Endocrinology, is here to walk us through a new Northwestern Medicine study she led that was published in Science Advances, suggesting that circadian rhythms play a role in how quickly damaged muscles heal.

In this episode, Dr. Zachary Dietch, transplant surgeon at Northwestern Medicine, shares the remarkable case of a liver retransplant for a patient with a recent cancer history, made possible through innovative tools like organ perfusion and bypass techniques. He also discusses how Northwestern is helping to redefine transplant eligibility for cancer patients through data-driven, patient-centered decisions.

The Smart 7 is an award winning daily podcast, in association with METRO that gives you everything you need to know in 7 minutes, at 7am, 7 days a week...With over 18 million downloads and consistently charting, including as No. 1 News Podcast on Spotify, we're a trusted source for people every day and the Sunday 7 won a Gold Award as “Best Conversation Starter” in the International Signal Podcast Awards If you're enjoying it, please follow, share, or even post a review, it all helps...Today's episode includes the following guests:GuestsDetective Inspector Dean Thomas -The Victoria Police, Australia Dr Anne Pringle - Mycologist and BotanistDr Greg Moore - Senior Research Associate, Burnley College, University of Melbourne Lewis - Chef and Youtuber who runs the UK Wildcraft channel Will Guyatt - The Smart 7's Tech Guru Constantin Coussios - Co Founder and CO of OrganOx Jessica Day - New Product Development Manager, OrganOxStuart Cox - The Peak District VikingMichael Angerone - Associate Professor of Medicine, NorthWestern Medicine in Chicago Dr Jonathan Howard - Clinician and AuthorLord Beamish - Chair of Parliament's Security and Intelligence Committee Tullis Matson - Chairman and founder of Nature's Safe Contact us over @TheSmart7pod or visit www.thesmart7.com or find out more at www.metro.co.uk Presented by Mike Wooller, written by Liam Thompson, researched by Lucie Lewis and produced by Daft Doris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Kimbra Bell is a dynamic and accomplished physician with extensive experience in the medical field. She is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Northwestern University Medical school and in 2021 was appointed as medical director of the new Northwestern Bronzeville Outpatient Care Center (open Fall 2025). She is board certified in Internal Medicine and a fellow of the American College of Physicians. Since 2000, she has successfully served as a staff member at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and has been recognized for her contributions throughout her tenure at Northwestern. Dr. Bell joins us to talk about her journey and plans for the NM Bronzeville Outpatient Care Center.

An experimental drug called NU-9 was invented at Northwestern University by Richard Silverman, PhD. It has been approved for clinical trials for the treatment of ALS and found to improves neuron health in animal models of Alzheimer's disease according to a new Northwestern Medicine study published in PNAS. This discovery is giving scientists hope that the drug could be effective in multiple neurodegenerative diseases by addressing the underlying mechanisms of these diseases. Silverman and Northwestern University Alzheimer disease expert, William Klein, PhD, discuss the potential of NU-9 in this episode.  

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss his visit to Washington D.C. where he lobbied for legislation to help those who are recovering from opioid addiction. Then, Dr. Elliott answers medication questions from listeners.

You can now see if your body thinks it's as old as your birth certificate says. Northwestern Medicine opened to the public its Human Longevity Clinic in Streeterville on Monday. To determine your biological age - instead of your chronological one - doctors will test cognitive functions, organs, bones and blood.

Dr. Irfan Hafiz, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine's Northwest region of hospitals, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about four types of cancer screenings, whether or not the age for colorectal cancer screenings will be dropped, and why eating processed meat isn’t safe. He also shares details about a decrease in […]

You can now see if your body thinks it's as old as your birth certificate says. Northwestern Medicine opened to the public its Human Longevity Clinic in Streeterville on Monday. To determine your biological age - instead of your chronological one - doctors will test cognitive functions, organs, bones and blood.

You can now see if your body thinks it's as old as your birth certificate says. Northwestern Medicine opened to the public its Human Longevity Clinic in Streeterville on Monday. To determine your biological age - instead of your chronological one - doctors will test cognitive functions, organs, bones and blood.

Eric Ruderman, MD, leads a Northwestern Medicine panel discussion with Irene Blanco, MD, Anisha Dua, MD, and Carrie Richardson, MD. Together, they dive into the latest advances in clinical trials and treatment strategies for scleroderma, vasculitis and lupus.The panel discusses the goals and complexities of contemporary clinical trials, recent breakthroughs in therapies and the innovative potential of CAR-T therapy for managing autoimmune diseases. They emphasize the significance of personalized medicine and the collaboration needed among clinicians, industry collaborators and patient advocacy groups to drive research forward.

A Northwestern Medicine clinical trial led by Rod Passman, MD, could improve the way we care for millions of people with atrial fibrillation, but it is facing an unexpected challenge. There has been a pause in federal funding to Northwestern University that could impact this study's progress. While the trial has not been ordered to stop, all National Institutes of Health funding to Northwestern University has been frozen, raising questions about how long this potential life-saving work can go on without a resolution.  

This episode features Dr. Matthew Potts, Neurosurgeon at Northwestern Medicine, discussing normal pressure hydrocephalus in light of increased public awareness following Billy Joel's diagnosis. Dr. Potts explains key symptoms, the diagnostic process, and treatment options that can significantly improve patient outcomes when identified early.

This episode features Dr. Matthew Potts, Neurosurgeon at Northwestern Medicine, discussing normal pressure hydrocephalus in light of increased public awareness following Billy Joel's diagnosis. Dr. Potts explains key symptoms, the diagnostic process, and treatment options that can significantly improve patient outcomes when identified early.

Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD, is an internationally recognized Ayurveda and integrative medicine practitioner, a certified yoga therapist, and a former ER doctor. Her approach brings together Western medicine with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda from her South Asian lineage. Dr. Avanti is the former co-lead facilitator at Northwestern Medicine's Osher Center for Integrative Health, hosts The Healing Catalyst podcast, and offers courses on integrative medicine. She is a sought- after speaker and advisor in the wellness community, sharing her knowledge with Fortune 500 companies, top academic institutions, and leading industry and medical conferences. She has also been featured in notable outlets such as the Huffington Post, Goop, mindbodygreen, and more. You can connect with Dr. Avanti via Instagram @avantikumarsingh, and get your own personalized box at myarvasi.com Related Episodes: Ep 289 - Niraj Naik on Efficiency with Breath Ep 288 - From the Vault: Dr. Wayne Jonas on How Healing Works If you like this episode, please subscribe to Pursuing Health on iTunes and give it a rating or share your feedback on social media using the hashtag #PursuingHealth. I look forward to bringing you future episodes with inspiring individuals and ideas about health. Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information only, and does not provide medical advice.  I recommend that you seek assistance from your personal physician for any health conditions or concerns.

Dr. Jim Adams, Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss some of the latest health headlines. Dr. Adams discusses how to react to tick bites. a new FDA drug approval program, and mental health for men.

In this episode of Better Edge, we discuss the Collaborative Advanced Reconstructive Evaluation (CARE) Clinic, a collaboration between Northwestern Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, led by Julia Geynisman-Tan, MD, Julia E. Grabowski, MD, Elizabeth B. Yerkes, MD, and Dana Elborno, MD. Learn how this team uses a multidisciplinary approach to provide leading-edge reconstructive treatments for congenital anomalies and acquired genitourinary tract diseases.

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss ivermectin. Dr. Elliot explains, is prescribed to treat parasitic infections. He shares when its prescribed, and whether or not ivermectin is FDA approved.

In this episode of Better Edge, Northwestern Medicine Neurologist Shailee Shah, MD, and Neuro-oncologist Ditte Primdahl, MD, unpack the latest advancements in paraneoplastic syndrome management, highlighted at the 2025 American Academy of Neurology Annual Meeting.   Together, they explore: The complex interplay between immune checkpoint inhibitors and autoimmune neurologic syndromes Emerging therapies, including CD19-directed CAR T-cell treatments Updates to diagnostic criteria and risk stratification using high-risk autoantibodies The role of predictive biomarkers and advanced omics in diagnosis The launch of a dedicated paraneoplastic clinic at Northwestern Medicine

A new study from Northwestern Medicine examined the potentially harmful impacts of TikTok skin care routines. Researchers found that these routines could cause skin damage.

A new study from Northwestern Medicine examined the potentially harmful impacts of TikTok skin care routines. Researchers found that these routines could cause skin damage.

In this episode, Molly Gamble, Vice President of Editorial at Becker's Healthcare, breaks down major industry developments including UnitedHealth's defamation suit against The Guardian, looming federal coverage cuts, and Northwestern Medicine's new academic partnership with BayCare in Florida.

Description: Dr. Igor Koralnik, the co-director of Northwestern Medicine's Comprehensive COVID-19 Center, is one of the world's leading Long COVID researchers. For instance, he's been involved in a first-of its-kind study that's giving experts an idea of how Long COVID affects the body by looking through the eyes. Patients at his center receive coordinated care across 14 different specialties to address the many ways Long COVID affects the body. In the second part of our two-part series on Long COVID,... Read More Read More The post 400 Million+ People Globally With Long COVID: A Top Researcher Seeks Solutions appeared first on Healthy Communities Online.

Have a red, painful eye that's sensitive to light? Could be uveitis. Hear ophthalmologist Dr. Timothy Janetos discuss uveitis and how it relates to psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Join host Takieyah Mathis for an eye opening discussion about uveitis, cataracts, and eye health with ophthalmologist Dr. Timonthy Janetos from Northwestern Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. Listen as they discuss what is uveitis and cataracts from key symptoms, the significance of the HLA-B27 marker, diagnosis, to treatment options that help reduce inflammation and preserve long term vision. This episode offers information to help you advocate for your eye health by recognizing when you need help from an ophthalmologist and what actions you can take to reduce your risks associated with uveitis. Timestamps: ·       (0:00)          Intro to Psound Bytes & guest welcome ophthalmologist                      Dr. Timothy Milton Janetos. ·       (1:21)          Definition of uveitis and the relationship to psoriatic                            disease. ·       (5:35)          Symptoms of uveitis. ·       (7:45)          How uveitis is diagnosed. ·       (9:24)          Treatment options for uveitis. ·       (13:11)       What happens if eye injections are needed as treatment. ·       (14:47)        Association between inflammation, psoriatic disease,                           and cataracts. ·       (15:48)        Symptoms of a cataract. ·       (16:33)        Treatment for cataracts. ·       (21:11)        New advancements in treating uveitis and cataracts. ·       (25:50)        General eye health actions to help reduce risks                                       associated with inflammation. Early detection is key. 4 Key Takeaways: ·       Uveitis is a huge spectrum of different diseases with about half of the associations due to chronic, immune related diseases like psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis.   ·       If you wake up with a red, painful eye that's sensitive to light, seek help from an ophthalmologist right away to minimize risk of scar tissue formation. ·       Work with a health care team to treat all aspects of psoriatic disease to reduce inflammation whether it's in the skin, joints, and/or the eye. ·       Lifestyle changes such as stop smoking and yearly eye exams are actions that can help reduce inflammatory factors and maintain overall eye health. Guest Bio: Dr. Timothy Milton Janetos is a board-certified and nationally recognized ophthalmologist with Northwestern Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology who specializes in uveitis and cataract surgery.  He is also an Assistant Professor at the Feinberg School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. Dr. Janetos offers comprehensive care using a personalized treatment plan for both children and adults with intraocular inflammation and infections. He is a professional member of the American Uveitis Society (AUS) and the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), as well as the Editor for Frontiers in Ophthalmology and an Editorial Board Member for Annals of Eye Science. Resources: Ø  Psoriatic Arthritis and Uveitis: What's it All About? Podcast with rheumatologist and ophthalmologist Dr. James Rosenbaum. (Released in 2019.)   https://www.psoriasis.org/watch-and-listen/psoriatic-arthritis-and-uveitis-whats-it-all-about-psa/   Ø  Eye Inflammation and Psoriatic Arthritis         https://www.psoriasis.org/advance/eye-inflammation-and- psoriatic-arthritis/  

Dr. Sterling Elliott, clinical pharmacist at Northwestern Medicine and assistant professor of orthopedics at Feinberg School of Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the changes to pharmacy benefit managers, their effect on prescription drug prices, Health and Human Services changing addiction drug availability, and more. And as always, Dr. Elliott answers questions from listeners.

Chief Medical Officer of Northwestern Medicine's Northwest region of hospitals Dr. Irfan Hafiz joins Bob Sirott to share details about a study that focuses on the impact of a nasal spray and how it impacts Alzheimer’s, as well as how intermittent fasting can help keep off weight. He also explains how you can protect your […]

Fahad Faruqi, MD, Doctor of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss former President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis. Dr. Faruqi discusses the difference between ‘terminal’ and ‘incurable’ and what it means for Biden’s health.

Dr. Emma Barber, a gynecologic oncologist with the Lurie Cancer Center at Northwestern Medicine, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the first FDA-approved at-home HPV test. More than 99 percent of cervical cancer is caused by HPV. The at-home test will give women a chance they haven’t previously had to get on top of their cervical […]

Prioritizing real-world solutions and fostering a culture of innovation is key to successfully implementing new technologies in healthcare.  In this episode, Karli Arduini Ihde, Director of Innovation at Northwestern Medicine, discusses the organization's approach to evaluating and implementing innovative technology solutions. She highlights the challenge of navigating numerous AI options and the importance of selecting solutions that address key problems and show value within a 3–6 month pilot. Northwestern Medicine ensures responsible AI implementation with a team of data scientists who assess technologies for bias and effectiveness. Karli also shares how the organization is scaling AI innovation to improve efficiency and identify patient risks earlier than ever before. Tune in and learn why healthcare is on the cusp of transformative change! Resources: Connect with and follow Kali Arduini Ihde on LinkedIn. Learn more about Northwestern Medicine on their LinkedIn and website. Discover more about Northwestern Medicine's innovations here.

In this episode, John Orsini, Executive VP and CFO of Northwestern Medicine, shares insights into managing financial sustainability amid federal reimbursement challenges, the health system's strategic focus on service line growth, and how innovations like AI and hospital-at-home programs are shaping the future of care.

Satish N. Nadig, MD, PhD, Chief of the Division of Abdominal Organ Transplant and Director of the Northwestern Medicine Comprehensive Transplant Center, joins John Williams to talk about performing the first double-lung and liver transplant for advanced lung cancer in the U.S. Dr. Nadig tells John about the procedure, how transplants are dependent on ‘man’s […]

Changes limiting programs, grants, and even the nature of studies are already underway at the NIH, NSF, FDA, CDC, and more.On President Trump's first day in office, he signed an executive order to end what he calls “illegal and immoral discrimination programs,” referencing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the federal government. The repercussions of this are already being felt across science agencies.Things are changing fast: Last week, a federal judge in Maryland temporarily blocked parts of the DEI purge from being carried out. At the same time, federal research agencies have already made changes. For example, the National Institutes of Health suddenly pulled a program that provides grants to PhD students from marginalized backgrounds, and has already canceled studies mid-project, like one on LGBTQ cancer patients. The National Science Foundation has begun reviewing active research science projects that may not comply with Trump's executive orders. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention took down resources for HIV prevention, LGBTQ+ health, contraception, and more—then partially restored them, as ordered by a judge. And the Food and Drug Administration pulled its guidance on the importance of having some diversity in clinical trials, like those to test drugs and medical devices.So, what does banning diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts mean for medical research? And what does it mean for our health?Host Flora Lichtman talks with Dr. Rachel Hardeman, director of the Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis; and Dr. Melissa Simon, an ob-gyn at Northwestern Medicine, and director of the Center for Health Equity Transformation in Chicago.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.