September 2021 | Issue No. 53 |
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Honoring Dr. Lewis Landsberg
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With great sadness, we mourn the loss of Lewis Landsberg, MD, former dean of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and chair of the Department of Medicine, who passed away on September 23.
Dr. Landsberg’s thirty-year career at Northwestern transformed the medical school and greatly expanded its national reputation. Read more about his life and remarkable legacy in the Feinberg News Center.
The Lewis Landsberg Deanship, The Lewis Landsberg Society, Lewis Landsberg Research Day, and the Class of 1967 Dean Lewis Landsberg, MD Scholarship are all named in his honor and remain a testament to his tireless work and dedication to the medical school. |
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Dear Alumni, Happy fall! We are still providing our virtual event programming and will continue to do so in 2022. In October, we will be hosting some small, in-person gatherings in the Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona area. If you live or winter in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area, please let me know if you have interest in participating in a small alumni gathering. We look forward to visiting with our alumni again. Please keep an eye out for more information in the coming months regarding our Alumni Weekend 2022, being held in Chicago April 29-30. We look forward to welcoming you back to campus!
Please reach out with any questions or for more information.
Thank you,
Babette
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Dr. Landsberg is survived by his wife of 57 years, Jill, daughter Alison, son Judd, son-in-law Matt Karush, daughter-in-law Sarita Ordóñez, sister Harriet August, and beloved grandchildren, Eli and Leah Karush; and Maya, Lucas, and Jonah Landsberg.
Dr. Landsberg will be dearly missed. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time. |
Thank you to all the M‘Cats who joined us in Durham, North Carolina, on September 18 for our Medical Alumni Association Brunch and Football Game to watch Northwestern take on Duke. Unfortunately, we lost the game 30-23, but it was a beautiful day and a fantastic gathering. It was great to see everyone in person again. Feinberg had a strong showing in NC! |
On September 15, your Alumni Relations team was honored to accept the 2021 Northwestern Alumni Association (NAA) Campus Partner Award. This award is given to the unit, school, or program that serves as a valuable and key player in partnering with the NAA on various initiatives to cultivate alumni relationships and connections to Northwestern.
The Feinberg School of Medicine Alumni Relations team works on behalf of the Medical Alumni Association, which was founded in 1868 to bring together graduates from the medical school’s Doctor of Medicine, Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences, Graduate Medical Education, Physician Assistant, Northwestern University Prosthetics-Orthotics Center, Medical Scientist Training Program, Master of Public Health, PhD, Dental, and Nursing programs. Our team strives to provide meaningful, impactful, and helpful resources and programs to our alumni and current students. In addition to working with you, our alumni, we consistently partner and collaborate with the NAA to share Feinberg faculty achievements and research with the broader Northwestern alumni community.
The NAA Campus Partner Award was presented to the entire Feinberg School of Medicine Alumni Relations team, which is led by Larry Kuhn ’02 KSM, associate dean, and Babette Henderson ’21 KSM, senior director of Alumni Engagement. Medical Alumni Association team members include Saniya Abdulla; Kirsten Byers ’19 KSM, ’21 MS; Jillian Kurtz Brubaker ’18 MS; Vic Maurer ’11 SPS; Meghan Monaghan ’19 KSM; Shauntee Randle; and Dan Schwarzlose ’95.
View a recording of our acceptance speech on our MAA YouTube Channel.
Thank you to the NAA for this incredible honor!
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MAA Digital Series:
Hosted by Joseph Gugenheim, ’72 MD |
“That Was Then, This Is Now: Women Firsts” |
Thank you to everyone who registered to join us for our virtual event this month, “That Was Then, This Is Now: Women Firsts.” Due to unforeseen circumstances, we were unable to host this presentation live. However, volunteer historian Joseph Gugenheim Jr., '72 MD, graciously offered to record this special presentation.
If you would like to view the presentation, we're pleased to share a link to the recording of this event. This presentation highlights the careers of nine women who were pioneering physicians. All of these women faced discrimination and each broke racial and gender barriers to overcome huge obstacles. Each was the first in her field. Their achievements brought national and international recognition. Their accomplishments may have seemed impossible during their lives; years later, we still admire their achievements. If you have an idea for a future “That Was Then, This is Now” installment or an episode of our MAA Digital Series, please reach out to us at medalum@northwestern.edu.
Thank you to the Medical Alumni Association Women in Medicine Subcommittee and Half Century Club for your sponsorship of this event! |
Have Questions About Zoom? |
Want to participate in one of our Zoom webinars or virtual events but aren’t familiar with the platform? Have some technical questions?
The Zoom Help Center offers a series of FAQs, live training webinars, tutorial videos, and recorded training sessions to help users learn how to get started and navigate the platform.
Your Alumni Relations team also is happy to help! If you have questions about Zoom or any of our events, email us at medalumevents@northwestern.edu. |
Northwestern Medicine Magazine |
| • | “Overcoming the Pebbles”: MAA Board president Edward Kim ’92, ’96 MD, shares the importance of working together to achieve our goals in the “Alumni President’s Message” | | • | Read a story of “Inclusion and Allyship” shared by Barbara H. Warren, ’67 MD, MPH | | • | Hear from fellow alum Sandra F. Olson, ’59 MD, ’68 GMER, ’69 GMEF, in her interview, “A Career in Neurology,” in our “Alumni Perspectives” section | | • | Learn more about physician, health services researcher, and medical information technology executive David Rhew, ’92 MD, in our “Alumni Profile” feature | | • | Visit our “In Memoriam” section as we honor the life, legacy, and storied career of Richard A. Davis, ’51 MD, ’56 MS, ’59 GMER | | • | Explore the alumni “Progress Notes” to hear personal and professional updates from your fellow alumni | | • | And more! |
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Reflections From Our Half Century Club Members
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In this “Pearls of Wisdom” section of the newsletter, we share reflections, words of advice, anecdotes, and tales of the storied careers of our Half Century Club alumni members. In this month's feature, we’re pleased to share advice from MAA Board Philanthropy co-chair Gary H. Rusk ’65, ’69 MD (pictured above): “To you young physicians out there, when you’re feeling at a loss to be helpful to the patient, never underestimate the healing power of the physician-patient relationship. Your ability to reassure and comfort the patient is powerful.
And a paradoxical aspect of your feeling helpless is the reassurance of saying ‘I don’t know…,’ as long as it’s followed up with ‘…but I promise you I’ll do everything in my power to find out.’
Communication is the essence of the doctor-patient relationship.”
Thank you, Dr. Rusk! |
Are you a member of our Half Century Club, our esteemed alumni who graduated 50+ years ago? Then we want to hear from you! Send us your "Pearls of Wisdom" for inclusion in an upcoming newsletter.
Email Jillian Kurtz Brubaker at jillian.brubaker@northwestern.edu. |
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Meet the members of the RODEO! After retiring from active practice, a group of alumni doctors decided to host monthly lunches to keep their friendship active and stimulate interesting conversation. They call their lunches RODEOs—“Retired Old Docs Eating Out.”
The coronavirus pandemic interrupted their routine, but with the help of the Alumni Office, they were able to host 12 virtual RODEO luncheons to keep their bonds alive. They recently returned to in-person lunches in July and greatly enjoyed the opportunity to gather face-to-face once again.
RODEO group members (pictured above, left to right) include: Marshall S. Sparberg ’57, ’60 MD; Robert D. Wertz, ’65 MD, ’71 GMER; Benjamin G. Lumicao, MD, ’67 GMER, ’68 GMER; Melvin V. Gerbie, ’60 MD; Michael R. Halpern, ’69 MD, ’75 GMER; Gerald T. Ujiki ’59, ’62 MD, ’70 GMER; and James L. Franklin, ’64 MD, ’68 GMER.
Group members not pictured: John M. Shaw, MD, ’72 GMER, and Stuart M. Poticha, ’59 MD.
| • | Do you have a group of alumni like RODEO who gather where you live? | | • | Are you planning a gathering for a group of your classmates? | | • | Is your class hoping to get together virtually before your upcoming reunion? | | • | Just need help connecting? |
We want to hear from you! Email us medalum@northwestern.edu. |
Meet Our Future Medical Alumni |
Learn more about the entering MD Class of 2021 profile on the Feinberg Admissions website. These future leaders in medicine are an impressive group. We can’t wait to watch their journeys unfold as they follow in the footsteps of our incredible alumni. Welcome to the fold, Class of 2025! |
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Eugene A. Bauer, ’67 MD, was recently appointed to the board of directors of the American Skin Association. Dr. Bauer is professor emeritus at Stanford University School of Medicine and immediate past co-founder, chief medical officer, and member of the board of directors of Dermira, Inc., a biotechnology company. Prior to his pharmaceutical career, he served as chair of the Department of Dermatology and dean of Stanford University School of Medicine and was a National Institutes of Health-funded investigator for 25 years. Congratulations, Dr. Bauer! |
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Jennifer R. Farrell, ’91 DDS, DABSCD, was awarded the Lawrence J. Chasko Award from the Special Care Dentistry Association (SCDA) at their yearly meeting on Friday, August 20. The award is given for outstanding service to the SCDA in the area of hospital dentistry that exceeds expectations. Congratulations, Dr. Farrell!
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Mark Kaufman ’89 PT, ATC, founder, executive chair, and former chief executive officer of Athletico Physical Therapy recently celebrated the company’s 30-year anniversary. Having grown from its first clinic opening in Chicago in 1991 (pictured below), Athletico now operates over 550 locations in 12 states and employs over 4,500 expert clinicians, athletic trainers, and other team members. In addition to physical therapy, Athletico also provides athletic training, occupational therapy, specialty programs, and fitness services to high schools, colleges, and professional sports teams. Congratulations, Mr. Kaufman!
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Edward S.H. Kim ’92, ’96 MD, MAA Board president, was named one of the inaugural Top 25 Diversity Leaders in Healthcare (formerly known as the Top 25 Minority Leaders) by Modern Healthcare. The honorees “demonstrate a commitment to expanding and improving access to care to all patients and creating more inclusive workplaces.” Read the full article here. Dr. Kim is physician-in-chief for City of Hope Orange County and vice physician-in-chief for City of Hope National Medical Center. Congratulations, Dr. Kim! |
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Jay A. Perman ’68, ’72 MD, was named the 2021 inductee into The Baltimore Sun's Business and Civic Hall of Fame. Dr. Perman is chancellor of the University System of Maryland. He previously served as professor of Pediatrics and division head at Johns Hopkins, the Jessie Ball duPont Professor and chair of Pediatrics at Virginia Commonwealth University, chair of Pediatrics at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and dean at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine prior to his appointment in 2010 to president of the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Congratulations, Dr. Perman!
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Drew Senyei, ’79 MD, appeared in the March 12, 1979 issue of People Magazine, and his daughter and fellow Northwestern alum, Kelly Senyei ’08, was recently featured in the August 9, 2021 edition. 42 years apart, both Senyei alums graced the pages of the magazine! Dr. Senyei is a Northwestern University Trustee and successful venture capitalist. Daughter Kelly is the founder of Just a Taste, as well as an on-camera host, professionally trained chef, and cookbook author. Congratulations to Dr. Senyei and Kelly!
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Linda Suleiman, MD, ’17 GMER, was featured in the most recent issue of Northwestern Medicine Magazine. In the article, “Passion for Equity,” Dr. Suleiman shares her perspective on the intersection of health equity, her curriculum goals, and her career as an orthopaedic surgeon. Dr. Suleiman is assistant dean of Medical Education, director of Diversity and Inclusion at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, and assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Medical Education at Feinberg. Congratulations, Dr. Suleiman! |
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The late Wendell G. Venerable, Physical Therapy Class of 1957, was recently honored by his wife, Shirley (pictured together above), through a generous contribution to physical therapy scholarships at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, including the Robert Babbs Jr. PT Diversity Scholarship. During his long career, Mr. Venerable served as director of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation at St. Mary Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Venerable and Mr. Babbs were long-time friends who met in the armed forces and happened to both be later admitted to Northwestern’s Physical Therapy program, earning their physical therapy certifications together. They would go on to each serve as best man in one another’s wedding. Read more about Mr. Venerable on our website. Congratulations to the Venerable family on this celebration of his remarkable career and legacy!
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David P. Winchester ’59, ’63 MD, ’70 GMER, former MAA Board president and current board member, will be presented with the American College of Surgeons’ (ACS) highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Winchester will be honored at the virtual Convocation ceremony the evening of Sunday, October 24, during the virtual ACS Clinical Congress. The ACS Board of Regents’ Honors Committee selected Dr. Winchester for this distinction “in appreciation for his exceptional and continuous service as a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and his role as medical director for the College’s Commission on Cancer (CoC), the American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC), the National Cancer Database, and the American College of Surgeons Cancer Research Program.” Read the full announcement here. Dr. Winchester practiced for many years at Evanston Hospital and previously served as professor of surgery and associate dean for medical affairs at Feinberg. Congratulations, Dr. Winchester!
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Do you have news to share with us or know of an alumnus/a we should recognize in the newsletter? Post it on our Facebook page or email us at medalum@northwestern.edu. |
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Join Us for These Upcoming Events!
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Did you know that the MAA has its very own Plan It Purple calendar? With the Plan It Purple calendar, you'll never miss a Medical Alumni Association event! You can register for events, download a save-the-date reminder to your calendar, and learn more about all the other University-wide events and offerings. Bookmark the MAA calendar or visit the MAA home page to keep tabs on all of our upcoming events. |
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SAVE THE DATE | Virtual Yoga Class
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Wednesday, October 27, 2021 | 6:30–7:00 a.m. CST
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Calling all alumnae! The MAA Women in Medicine Subcommittee invites you to carve out some time for yourself and join us for 30 minutes of yoga to start your day. Whether you are a regular yogi or a brand new one, come be part of this Vinyasa class for women in medicine with Anjali Gupta ’91, ’94 MD, ’96 GMER, a certified RYT-200 yoga teacher. All levels are welcome. Advanced registration required. Stay tuned for full details coming soon. |
SAVE THE DATE: Virtual Event | "What’s So Super about SuperAgers?"
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Tuesday, November 16, 2021 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. CST
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The Half Century Club invites you to join Emily J. Rogalski, ’07 PhD, professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and associate director of the Mesulam Center for Cognitive Neurology and Alzheimer’s Disease at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, for a fascinating presentation. On average, memory abilities decline with aging. However, there are some individuals we call SuperAgers, who seem to resist age-related changes in memory. For more than 10 years, Dr. Rogalski has been leading the Northwestern SuperAging Research Program, which has a goal of identifying genetic, biologic, and psychosocial factors that contribute to living long and living well. In this presentation, she will highlight Northwestern’s contributions to research in this area and its relevance for healthy aging and Alzheimer's disease. Advanced registration required. Stay tuned for full details coming soon. |
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Stay in tune with Feinberg faculty through candid interviews in the Breakthroughs podcast archives. Listen to their insights, explore recent episodes, claim continuing medical education credit, and subscribe to the show so that you can stay up-to-date with the latest discoveries.
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Feinberg School of Medicine podcasts are available on: iTunes, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Stitcher. |
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