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November 9, 2011, Named Steven T. Rosen Day in Chicago
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel proclaims Nov. 9, 2011, Steven T. Rosen Day to honor Rosen's contribution to the field
of oncology.
Steven Rosen, MD, is the Genevieve E. Teuton Professor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Director of the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University. He is also Director of Cancer Programs at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
The Mayor's proclamation emphasizes Dr. Rosen's"uncommon dedication to patient care, to teaching, and to research."
With his visionary leadership since 1989, Dr. Rosen has ushered the Lurie Cancer Center to a position of national prominence; including attainment of the highly competitive "Comprehensive" designation from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
A rigorous scientist, Rosen's laboratory investigations focus on experimental therapeutics and hematologic malignancies. "It's a great honor," said Dr. Rosen about the tribute. "I have been privileged to care for so many remarkable individuals, and am blessed by the most phenomenal colleagues and staff."
Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel proclaims Nov. 9, 2011, Steven T. Rosen Day to honor Rosen's contribution to the field 
