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Opening Gala

Better Makers: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Opening Gala Raises $8 Million

On March 10, 750 guests attended the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab opening gala, raising $8 million toward the new hospital.

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wheelchair seating

“Roll on the Hill” Event Spurs New Clinical Trial

Jessica Pedersen advocated for wheelchair users in an effort to prevent back supports and other critical wheelchair components to be grouped into competitive bidding pricing.

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Our three new chief residents: Sarah Mihalov MD, MPH; Lauren Vernese; Brendon Ross

Getting to Know Current Residents

Meet our 3 Chiefs for the Class of 2018!

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Dr. Todd Graham - In Memoriam

Passing of Dr. Todd Graham

In Memoriam: Dr. Todd Graham - October 30, 1960 - July 26, 2017

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Dr. Rho discusses outpatient treatments

Alumni News: Reflections on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Dr. Rho, the new Director of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Residency Program, reflects on transitioning from RIC to life in the new building.

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Dr. Sliwa with Monica Rho

Alumni News: Dr Sliwa's Farewell

Dr. Silwa steps down after 30 years as the Residency Program Director and thanks all those who have made the job some meaningful.

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Dr Roth with a nurse and PT

Roth Rounds: Transformation and Preservation

Fall edition of the alumni newsletter says goodbye to Dr. Sliwa as the head of the Residency Program and introduces Dr. Monica Rho as the new Program leader.

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Nicole Kelly uses new bionic arm

Former Miss America Contestant Tries Out Mind-Controlled Bionic Arm

Born without a left forearm, Nicole competed in pageants and became Miss Iowa. She gained a large social following and now shows off a custom-made bionic arm.

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Strength & Endurance Lab in the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Transforming Rehabilitation Through Translational Research

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is aiming to utilize translational research at its highest level. And, as a physical therapist, Meghan has a front-row seat.

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Staley the Bear's mascot visits our pediatric patients

Bears on the Loose at the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

In August, our pediatric patients in the Caring for Kids program received a special “Bear Hugs” visit from the Chicago Bears. Watch the video now!

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab exterior photo

Hospital Receives Top National Design Award

Architectural firms HDR and Gensler, in association with CWa, tackled the collaborative process needed to help build the worlds first and only AbilityLab.

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Leo and Charles their GED

Paralyzed Chicago Gunshot Victims Get GEDs

Leo Leyva was shot when he was 18, and sustained a SCI that left him paralyzed. Thanks to AbilityLab, he has a new lease on life and his GED.

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