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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Introduces the Patient and Family Advisory Council

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Introduces the Patient and Family Advisory Council

The Patient and Family Advisory Council offers a forum for patients and families to give input identifying opportunities to optimize the patient experience.

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Sarah Hwang, MD

Meet the New Director of Our Women's Health Rehabilitation Program

Sarah Hwang, MD, is the new director of the Women’s Health Rehabilitation Program at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

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Research Aids Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Injuries

Registered nurse Samantha had a question she sought out to answer. What types of devices are best at revealing painful pressure sores.

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A Rock Concert on the Road to Recovery

One day, physical therapists in the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Brain Innovation Center spotted a trend: a disproportionate number of patients on the unit had musical propensities.

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A Million Dreams at AbilityLab

Just a year after our new research hospital opened, we have already begun to revolutionize rehabilitation for patients with our new translational care model.

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Joanne C. Smith, MD, with Madeleine Albright

Dr. Smith Honored Alongside Madeleine Albright, Former Secretary of State

Joanne C. Smith, MD, was honored on June 5 by Concern Worldwide with their Women of Concern Humanitarian Award.

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In Golf, New Study Finds Walking is Par for the Course

Walking — and not riding — the golf course provides significantly higher health benefits for those with osteoarthritis.

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A Teen’s Guide to Test Anxiety

Students experience stress before and during exams. Knowing how to approach tests can help effectively manage anxiety, for better physical and mental health.

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2 Research Scientists Honored by AIMBE

Wendy Murray, PhD, and James Patton, PhD, were inducted into the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering’s College of Fellows.

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2018 U.S Paralympics sled hockey team

USA Paralympic Sled Hockey Team Earns Gold Medal in Dramatic Fashion

U.S. Paralympic sled hockey players' visit to Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, and see how to follow their quest for gold at the 2018 Paralympic Games in South Korea.

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Row With It: The Incredible Benefits of Rowing

Rowing offers a killer full-body workout and incredible opportunities for engagement with Chicago’s dynamic, dedicated and supportive rowing community.

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“Roll on the Hill” Event Spurs New Clinical Trial

Jessica Pedersen advocated for wheelchair users in an effort to prevent back supports and other critical wheelchair components to be grouped into competitive bidding pricing.

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