AbilityLab Blog
See the latest news, updates and patient stories from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for 34th Consecutive Year
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab again has been recognized as the national leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report list for the 34th consecutive year. It remains the only hospital of any kind to hold this distinction.
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hosts Eleventh Annual SkyRise Chicago
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Two Team Members Honored by National Association of Hispanic Nurses–Illinois
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Katie Earnest Receives Power of Nursing Leadership Award
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National Nurses Week 2019: Nurse-Volunteer Spotlights
Meet some of the volunteer superstars of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab's nursing team.
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National Nurses Week 2019: Celebrating with Fun and Awards!
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Administration to Nursing: Antoinette Johnson's Journey
After a dozen years in various administrative roles in the Pain Management Center (located in our 345 E. Superior location), Antoinette recently completed her nursing degree and is the newest registered nurse in the 23rd Floor Brain Innovation Center.
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A Day in the Life: Performing Arts Physician Saves Careers by Fine-tuning Artists’ Form
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Some Chicago businesses offer parents support as CTU strike keeps schools closed for 2nd day
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Andy's Story: A Walk Down the Aisle After a Severe Spinal Cord Injury
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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, UChicago Medicine Partner for Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Services
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Former College Hoops Star Fights MS: 'She's Not Going To Give Up'
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ABC7: Humboldt Park man driven by dance to walk again
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