August 2022 | Issue No. 63 |
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Turning Up the Intensity in San Diego!
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Thank you to all who joined us in San Diego on July 20 for our event, Turn Up the Intensity: Why Challenging Exercise Matters! We had a wonderful time discussing helpful topics such as why exercise matters for aging, implications for disease prevention and treatment, as well as Northwestern’s latest research on recommended exercise intensity levels. The enlightening discussion over dinner featured Margaret K. Danilovich ’07 PT, ’07 DPT, PhD, ’22 MBA. Dr. Danilovich is the director of the dual degree program in Public Health and Physical Therapy, and adjunct assistant professor of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences at Northwestern. We hope that you enjoyed the event as much as we did! |
Important Update: New Alumni Weekend Dates |
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As we look ahead to Alumni Weekend, your Alumni Relations team and medical school leadership always explore ways to make this event even better and more meaningful for our alumni. Over the years, alumni have expressed their desire to return to campus in the fall when the leaves are crisp and the weather a bit more temperate. So by popular demand, we are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting Alumni Weekend 2023 in the fall next year!
PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: October 13–14, 2023
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Dear Alumni,
We hope that you had a great summer! We want to make you aware of two upcoming events that we are planning for this fall. The first is a dinner at BLT Steak Washington D.C., on Thursday, October 20. Please let us know if you live or work in the area. We would love for you to join us for this Feinberg dinner! Then in November, we plan to host two events in Colorado, in the Denver and Colorado Springs areas. Please reach out if you have any questions or would like more information on these exciting events. Also, if you are interested in hosting an event in your area, please let me know. We are always looking to connect with our alumni across the country! Thank you,
Babette |
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Whether you’ll be celebrating your reunion (classes whose graduation years end in 3 or 8), joining us for our Half Century Club programming, taking CME courses, or just seeing what’s new at Northwestern, we can’t wait to welcome you! Alumni Weekend is the cornerstone event for the Medical Alumni Association, and this is truly an ALL alumni celebration. Spend the weekend reconnecting with friends and classmates, participating in lectures and tours, exploring the campus, and celebrating at reunion class dinners.
Stay tuned for detailed information about Alumni Weekend coming next spring.
Please mark your calendars now. We look forward to seeing you back on campus in October 2023! |
MAAB Meets With Pre-Matriculation Students |
On July 25, Darren E. Wethers, ’88 MD, co-chair of the Inclusion and Allyship subcommittee of the Medical Alumni Association Board, mentored a group of pre-matriculation students during their summer program hosted in partnership with Feinberg’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion. He met with a group of about 17 students to share his own experiences and career path. This summer program aims to launch incoming students’ career development with early exposure to Feinberg faculty, among others. The program also helps students to start building their professional and social networks, become familiar with the campus and the city of Chicago, and gain confidence to succeed in medical school. Thank you, Dr. Wethers! |
MAA Digital Series:
Hosted by Joseph Gugenheim, ’72 MD |
“Northwestern University Dental School 1891-2001” |
We’re thrilled to share with you the newest installment of the MAA digital series, from our fantastic host and historian, alum Joseph Gugenheim, ’72 MD! In this month’s episode, Dr. Gugenheim explores the 110-year history of the Northwestern University Dental School, from its inception in 1891 to its closure in 2001. Learn more about the first dental school in Chicago, as well as the eventual evolution and separation of dentistry from the general practice of medicine. For example, if you had a bad tooth in the 19th century, you might have gotten it pulled by a blacksmith or a barber! So tune in to this month’s fascinating presentation to learn more about the rich history of our esteemed Dental School! Dr. Gugenheim presents “Northwestern University Dental School 1891-2001.” Thank you, Dr. Gugenheim! |
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Northwestern University’s Next President
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On August 11, Northwestern’s Board of Trustees announced that Michael H. Schill, the president of the University of Oregon (UO), has been named the next president of Northwestern University. Schill has led UO since 2015, and previously served as the dean and Harry N. Wyatt Professor Emeritus of Law at the University of Chicago Law School. A first-generation college graduate, he earned an artium baccalaureus degree in public policy from Princeton University and a juris doctor degree from the Yale Law School. Effective this fall, President-Elect Schill will succeed outgoing Northwestern President Morton O. Schapiro to become the University’s 17th president. The University previously named Rebecca M. Blank as Schapiro’s successor in October 2021, but she stepped down this summer after a cancer diagnosis. Read the full announcement on Northwestern Now and view President-Elect Schill’s message to the Northwestern community on YouTube. Please join us in welcoming President-Elect Schill to Northwestern! |
Join us in welcoming the incoming Feinberg class of 2026! Check out our new M1 students here on our White Coat Kudoboard. On August 5, first-year Feinberg students donned their white coats for the first time to celebrate Founders’ Day 2022. The annual celebration, which officially kicks off the new academic year, welcomes the incoming class of medical students to campus and honors Feinberg’s founders. Read more about Founders’ Day in the Feinberg News Center. |
MAA Newsletter Fall Schedule Change |
Please note, there will be no Medical Alumni Association newsletter in September or November this year. Instead, we’ll be producing a special fall issue in October, so keep an eye on your inbox for exciting fall events and more alumni news! |
Meet Your Feinberg Alumni Relations Staff |
We are thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of our Alumni Relations team, Katie Bradshaw! Katie graduated from The College of Wooster in Ohio in 2017 with a bachelor of arts in communication studies, and minors in political science and psychology. Since then, she has worked for her alma mater in Planned Giving in the Office of Advancement.
Fun Facts: Katie was born and raised in Ohio and is excited to spend time exploring her new city! She is especially excited to try new food, experience Chicago sporting events, and visit the amazing museums and aquarium in the area. In her free time, Katie provides support in the kitchen while her partner cooks new dishes. Katie also likes to travel and share new experiences with loved ones. We are so happy to have Katie on our team, so please join us in welcoming her! |
Joseph P. Farrell ’76 PT, DPT, co-authored “The Blind Men, the Elephant, and the Continuing Education Course: Why Higher Standards Are Needed in Physical Therapist Professional Development,” published in the Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy. The article offers insights on how to improve the current system of continuing competence in physical therapy. A coterminous faculty member, Dr. Farrell is also a past Distinguished Alumni Award recipient in the Department of Physical Therapy and Human Movement Sciences. Congratulations, Dr. Farrell! |
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United States Navy Dental Corps Captains David H. Hartzell, ’90 DDS, and Sheherazad A. Hartzell, ’91 DDS, just celebrated their retirement from the Navy after 30 years. A retirement ceremony was held in their honor on August 5. Dr. David Hartzell also served as chair of the Navy Comprehensive Dentistry Program. Thank you both for your service and congratulations, Drs. Hartzell! |
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Peng Ji, MD, PhD, ’15 GMER, ’17 GMEF, is the senior author of a Northwestern Medicine study published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation. Researchers identified an inflammatory signaling protein called interleukin-6 linked to the progression of acute myeloid leukemia. Dr. Ji is associate professor of Pathology in the Divisions of Experimental Pathology and Hematopathology at Feinberg. For more information on this study, visit the Feinberg News Center. Congratulations, Dr. Ji!
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June M. McKoy, MD, MPH, JD, ’01 GMEF, ’05 LLM, ’10 MBA, was appointed to the American Board of Internal Medicine’s Geriatric Medicine Board. Dr. McKoy is professor of Medicine (Geriatrics), Medical Education, and Preventive Medicine at Feinberg. She also holds a joint appointment in the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern, where she serves as assistant director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Congratulations, Dr. McKoy! |
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Joel I. Shalowitz, MD, ’80 GMER, ’82 MBA, publishes Healthcare Insights, a weekday blog of healthcare highlights. The free blog, intended to be the nexus where medicine and business converge, provides insights on key healthcare news that may impact industry trends, as well as the state of the US healthcare system. Dr. Shalowitz is adjunct professor of Preventive Medicine at Feinberg. For more information, visit HealthcareInsights.MD. Congratulations, Dr. Shalowitz!
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Kelle J. Steenblock, ’01 MS, was named the inaugural director of the newly created Genomics Institute at Sarah Lawrence College in New York. With over two decades of experience promoting equitable access to quality healthcare and genetic services, Ms. Steenblock will lay the groundwork for the institute, as well as develop strategies for the successful launch of its programs and partnerships. Congratulations, Ms. Steenblock!
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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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Thursday, October 20, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. EST
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Join us and connect with fellow Northwestern alumni and friends of the medical school at our Medical Alumni Association dinner in DC!
BLT Steak Washington D.C.
7:00 p.m. Drinks | 7:30 p.m. Dinner
Advance registration required.
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SAVE THE DATE: MAA Colorado Events
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Tuesday, November 8 and Wednesday, November 9, 2022
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November 8—Denver, Colorado | MAA Reception
November 9—Colorado Springs, Colorado | US Olympic & Paralympic Museum Event
Stay tuned for more information 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. Claim CME Credit—At the bottom of every podcast story page, you’ll find the eligible credit amount and a “claim your credit” button, which will take you to Feinberg’s CME website. Just sign in and fill out the form. Feinberg School of Medicine podcasts are available on: Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Stitcher. |
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