Malnati Brain Tumor Institute at Northwestern

08/07/2026

The Neurology and Neurosurgery Program at Northwestern Memorial Hospital is proud to be ranked No. 2 in the nation, one of the hospital's six specialties in the top five nationally, by U.S. News, 2026 – 2027. These rankings reflect our team's dedication to better care.

07/29/2026

07/27/2026

Join Malnati Brain Tumor Institute for the Annual Summer Rooftop Celebration, sponsored by Desert Cactus. This event takes place at Gibsons Italia on Thursday, September 10.

The annual event raises money for the Patient and Family Assistance Fund, which helps ease the financial burden of cancer treatment and support services so patients can focus on healing and spending quality time with their loved ones.

To donate or register: nmgive.donordrive.com/events/1701

07/22/2026

Retired minister Tom Dickelman is riding a Jet Ski around the entire perimeter of Lake Michigan, covering at least 1,600 miles, all for his sister Sue.

Tom wanted to honor Sue, who died of glioblastoma, while also raising money for Northwestern Medicine Lou & Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute.

“Everybody’s fighting a battle, and to make it through those battles you need to have hope,” Tom says.

View Tom’s route here:
live.garmin.com/dancebetweenthewaves

Read the story here:
wgntv.com/news/features/retired-minister-honors-sister-jet-ski-lake-michigan/

07/13/2026

Join Malnati Brain Tumor Institute for the Annual Summer Rooftop Celebration on Thursday, September 10.

This event helps raise money for the Patient and Family Assistance Fund, which was created to provide supportive services for patients who have brain tumors.

Please join us at Gibsons Italia in support of this essential work and our patients. To purchase tickets or to make a donation: https://nmgive.donordrive.com/events/1701

Presented by Desert Cactus!

06/15/2026

Join Malnati Brain Tumor Institute (MBTI) for the annual summer rooftop celebration!

This event supports the MBTI Patient and Family Assistance Fund, which exists to help ease the financial burden of cancer treatment so patients can focus on healing and spending quality time with their families and friends.

On September 10, brain tumor community members are invited to support this cause, all while enjoying the iconic views from Gibsons Italia's rooftop.

Event details and tickets can be found here:
https://nmgive.donordrive.com/events/1701

Thank you to our presenting sponsor, Desert Cactus!

06/13/2026

During World Infertility Awareness Month, Lisa Fasone’s story offers hope to patients facing unexpected challenges.

After experiencing symptoms that didn’t feel right, Lisa learned she had a pituitary tumor affecting her hormones and making it difficult to conceive. With care from Vijay Eranki, MD, endocrinologist, and neurosurgeon Stephen Magill, MD, PhD, she underwent surgery to remove the tumor.

Not long after, her body began to return to normal. Today, Lisa is celebrating the birth of her second daughter.

“Dr. Magill really gave me my life back,” she shared.

Read her story: cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicago-area-woman-gives-surgery-remove-tumor-disrupted-pregnancy/

06/08/2026

One year ago, 16-year-old Finn Chapin was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive brain tumor.

Today, he is cancer-free.

Finn’s journey included chemotherapy, surgery and months of rehabilitation with the support of a dedicated care team, including Vinai Gondi, MD, radiation oncologist at Northwestern Medicine. Along the way, Finn’s love of volleyball even became part of his recovery, helping him regain strength, coordination and confidence.

Read his story: abc7chicago.com/post/palatine-fremd-high-school-student-recovers-aggressive-brain-cancer-help-volleyball-team/19189265/

05/07/2026