Study Finds Unreported Drug ReactionsCHICAGO—A monitoring program developed by a Northwestern University researcher has successfully identified a large number of previously unknown, serious, and often fatal drug reactions associated with 15 commonly used drugs and devices, including Plavix®, thalidomide, and drug-coated cardiac stents. As described in an article in the May 4 issue of the[…]

May 10, 2005 Feinberg Commencement is May 20 Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine will hold graduation ceremonies beginning at 3:30 p.m. Friday, May 20, in the Navy Pier Grand Ballroom. Renowned cardiologist Eugene Braunwald, MD, will be the keynote speaker. Dr. Braunwald is the Distinguished Hersey Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. He[…]

Celebrating the Noble Traditions of Medicine The traditions and future promise of medicine were emphasized at the Feinberg School of Medicine’s Graduation Convocation on Friday, May 20. Held in Navy Pier’s Grand Ballroom, the ceremony honoring 168 members of the Class of 2005, drew more than 1,800 friends and family members. As the crowd gathered,[…]