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05/15/2026

At Northwestern Medicine, women’s health is supported at every stage, from routine preventive care to specialized services in fertility, pregnancy, gynecology, and beyond.

Through personalized, comprehensive care and access to multidisciplinary expertise, we are committed to meeting the unique health needs of all women.

This Women’s Health Week, we continue our focus on expanding access, empowering patients, and delivering world class care to all our patients.

05/06/2026

At Northwestern Medicine, our Global Services team is proud to partner with incredible nurses who play a vital role in delivering seamless, compassionate care to patients from around the world. We’re celebrating their impact this week at the Annual Nurses Week Fair with a fun trivia game and prizes - just one small way to recognize everything they do!

04/21/2026

Advancing the future of cardiac surgery through innovation and leadership, Douglas Johnston, MD, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at Northwestern Medicine, is redefining patient‑centered care with expertise in complex aortic and valve disease.

04/13/2026

Last week, Northwestern Medicine physicians traveled to São Paulo, Brazil, to deliver a one‑day Lung Cancer Masterclass.

Dr. Young Kwang Chae and Dr. Kalvin Lung led in‑person sessions focused on the full lung cancer patient journey, from precision diagnostics to advanced surgical and medical treatment strategies. Dr. Zachary Coty-Fattal joined virtually to highlight the critical role of molecular testing in delivering personalized care.

Thank you to Eder Beckes and Dr. Marcelo Cruz, MD,MSc who made this meaningful collaboration possible.

We are proud to partner with colleagues around the world to advance multidisciplinary cancer care and strengthen international clinical education.

03/23/2026

Reflecting on the spirit of Eid, we wish peace, health, and continued blessings to all who celebrated, on behalf of all of us at Global Services.

03/20/2026

Last night in London, Northwestern Medicine had the privilege of convening colleagues alongside The London Clinic for Mind the Gap: Advances in Endoscopic Tissue Resection and Closure Techniques.

Aziz Aadam, Vinay Sehgal, Roser Vega, and Jonathan Moore shared expert insights on advancements in endoscopic tissue resection for early GI neoplasia; surgical approaches to foregut perforations; endoscopic management of full thickness perforations including endoscopic vacuum therapy; and decision making around endoscopic closure following colorectal resections.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an engaging evening focused on innovation, collaboration, and advancing clinical excellence in GI care.

03/02/2026

Northwestern Medicine and TecSalud recently came together in Monterrey, Mexico, for an agreement signing focused on advancing our shared commitment to high-quality, patient‑centered care across borders. We’re proud to work alongside TecSalud to advance initiatives that elevate clinical excellence, expand knowledge exchange, and strengthen care delivery.

02/23/2026

A specialist in hernia surgery and complex abdominal wall reconstruction, Megan Melland‑Smith, MD serves as Assistant Professor of Gastrointestinal Surgery at Northwestern Medicine.

With advanced training from University College Dublin, the University of Toronto, and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Melland‑Smith is recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive and robotic approaches to abdominal and gastrointestinal surgery. She also leads ongoing hernia research and is actively developing new clinical trials to advance surgical outcomes.

Dr. Melland‑Smith recently moderated and presented at the 2026 ACHQC Quality Improvement Summit, where she helped drive conversations on optimizing hernia repair, elevating surgical training, and improving patient‑centered care. Her contributions highlight her commitment to advancing abdominal health through evidence‑based practice and collaborative improvement.

02/18/2026

To our patients, partners, and colleagues observing Ramadan across the globe, Northwestern Medicine wishes you a month filled with harmony, purpose, and renewal.

Ramadan Kareem!

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