by GI Research Foundation | Nov 21, 2023 | GIRF in the News, GIRF Profiles
Taxman to receive Joseph B. Kirsner Award from the GI Research Foundation Leader in Chicago real estate to be honored for his efforts as a ‘good friend, a powerful advocate, and a keen professional.’ CHICAGO, November 20, 2023 (giresearchfundation.com) – Seymour...
by GI Research Foundation | Nov 15, 2023 | 2023 November Newsletter, GIRF Profiles, Grateful Patients, Newsletter
Anna Gomberg, Host/Writer/Producer of Visceral: Listen to Your Gut 2022-Present Meet the Host of Our Podcast: Anna Gomberg A compassionate patient with Crohn’s disease and a background in philosophy, developmental psychology, moral development, and media...
by GI Research Foundation | Nov 14, 2023 | 2023 November Newsletter, Recipes
From Courtney Schuchmann, MS, RD, LDN – University of Chicago Medicine Registered Dietitian We shared this recipe a few years ago, but it’s worth sharing again! The weather is getting cooler, which means many of us are gravitating toward warm comfort...
by GI Research Foundation | Oct 6, 2023 | GIRF in the News, Research and Discovery
CHICAGO, September 6, 2023 (giresearchfundation.com) – The American Cancer Society estimates there will be over 150,000 new cases of colorectal cancer diagnosed, making it one of the most diagnosed cancers in the United States. Over 52,000 Americans will die...
by GI Research Foundation | Sep 28, 2023 | GIRF in the News
CHICAGO, June 27, 2023 (Newswire.com) – The Highland Park-based GI Research Foundation celebrated its 62nd annual ball in honor of the donors, doctors and scientists who have contributed to groundbreaking gastrointestinal research. Dr. Eugene B. Chang received...
by GI Research Foundation | Aug 30, 2023 | GIRF in the News, Research and Discovery, University of Chicago Medicine
CHICAGO, August 30, 2023 (WGNTV.com) – A University of Chicago team identified a special type of stem cell that is healing damaged bowel tissue in mice, a discovery that may have direct application to humans with inflammatory bowel disease. These early findings,...
by GI Research Foundation | Jun 27, 2023 | GIRF in the News
CHICAGO, June 27, 2023 (Newswire.com) – The GI Research Foundation today announced that its CA CURE campaign drove the largest grantmaking year in its 60-year history. The campaign advances the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers,...
by GI Research Foundation | Jun 9, 2023 | 2023 June Newsletter, GIRF in the News, Research and Discovery, University of Chicago Medicine
Through our annual competitive grant awards program, the GastroIntestinal Research Foundation provides initial “seed” funding to select novel projects that allow investigators to pursue new and exciting paths that may not otherwise ever receive attention. Using robust...
by GI Research Foundation | Jun 9, 2023 | 2023 June Newsletter, GIRF in the News, Research and Discovery, University of Chicago Medicine
Founded in 1997, the GI Research Foundation’s Associates Board is made up of professional volunteers and emerging leaders united by determination and dedication to educating our communities on the prevention, treatment, and cures for digestive diseases. In...
by GI Research Foundation | Jun 9, 2023 | 2023 June Newsletter, GIRF Event, Newsletter
Join us for a great day on the greens! The GI Research Foundation presents the Larry A. Pogofsky All-Star Challenge on Monday, August 7th at Bryn Mawr Country Club in Lincolnwood, Illinois. The All-Star Challenge honors Larry’s love for sports and continues his legacy...
by GI Research Foundation | Apr 24, 2023 | 2023 April Newsletter, Supporting GIRF
As we embrace the spring season, we are reminded of the power of growth and new beginnings. At the GI Research Foundation, we are committed to planting the seeds of hope for those affected by digestive diseases. Thanks to the generous support of donors like you, we...
by GI Research Foundation | Mar 23, 2023 | 2023 April Newsletter, Resources for Patients
Episode Three: All about Ostomy Care In this episode, Advanced Practice Nurses and leaders in the field of ostomy care Janice Colwell, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN, and Marita Kametas, MSN, APN, FNP-BC, CMSRN, COCN offer need-to-know information about post-surgical life with an...
