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Narrowing carotid arteries block blood flow to the brain and increase the risk of suffering a stroke, one of the most devastating causes of disability and death. But a revolutionary study — the CREST2…

Medicine has come a long way since the 1700s. Back then, medical care commonly consisted of herbal remedies and bloodletting. Through the years, we’ve found more effective ways to treat diseases. And…

Normally, as our heart pumps blood through its chambers, its valves act like little doors that open and close in sync with our heartbeat and prevent blood from flowing backwards. When heart valves…

A promising trial is taking place in nine hospitals across the country, including Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital. If successful, the trial will enable doctors to diagnose chronic traumatic…

In May 1774, James Lind started what many consider the very first clinical trial. He was a ship’s surgeon in the British navy and tested several treatments for scurvy, a common ailment among sailors…

Pictured above: Mark Ricciardi, MD, chief of structural heart disease at Endeavor Health. When you are sick, a clinical trial can offer hope on the horizon. The results can be game-changing. Mark…

While robotic technology is now commonly used for surgical treatment of various cancers, its use in breast cancer surgeries is a newer, promising application. Katherine Kopkash, MD, breast surgical…

With so many new treatment options for cancer patients, it’s an exciting time for oncology clinicians who have a growing arsenal of approaches to fight the disease and help patients achieve better…

When Aimee Sinnott received her breast cancer diagnosis, the Elmhurst business analyst meticulously followed her medical team’s recommendations. She started chemotherapy, got a mastectomy, and crossed…