Northwestern Medicine Gastroenterology

08/15/2025

A Northwestern Medicine orthopaedic sports medicine physician shares possible causes and when to seek medical attention.

Have unexplained joint pain?

08/14/2025

Use this handy guide to help you choose between the emergency department and immediate care.

Knowing where to go can save time and help you get the right level of care.

08/14/2025

Ice cream for the “dream team,” as Kate calls them.

Kate, a patient receiving chemotherapy for sarcoma, recently brought a sweet treat to the nurses, patient care technicians, nurse practitioners and oncologists who take care of her during visits.

Throughout it all, she says the team not only provides exceptional care, but also takes the time to explain complex medical information in a way that’s easy to understand.

08/13/2025

Pelvic floor physical therapy is exactly what it sounds like. Here’s why it’s so important and how it works.

08/11/2025

Seeing blood after a bowel movement can be alarming. Here’s what to do if that happens.

Even a small amount should not be ignored.

08/10/2025

Some workouts have bigger impacts.

A urologist shares what you need to know.

08/09/2025

Neurologist Katherine S. Carroll, MD, shares a list of symptoms associated with headaches she says people should take seriously and not ignore.

08/08/2025

For Kim, giving a portion of her liver to her aunt was an easy decision. As Northwestern Medicine celebrates 10,000 abdominal organ transplants, we are honored to share their story about the importance of family.

08/08/2025

Join us in welcoming Oscar and Isabel to their student nursing internship at Northwestern Medicine! They’re ready to grow, learn and care for patients.

Welcome them in the comments with a 👍 !

08/07/2025

From our hearts to yours, thanks for trusting us with your care, Sara.

08/07/2025

Head inside the OR and witness the Commando procedure, a cardiac surgery so complex you need to be a pro to perform it well.

08/06/2025

How can a simple five- to 10-minute test help assess memory issues?