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Alan Hirsch Obituary

Dr. Alan Tick Hirsch. Loving father of Jonathan Hirsch and Rebecca Hirsch. Dear brother of Gail (Bill Neiman) Hirsch Neiman. Adored uncle of Brent (Yael Aufgang) Neiman and Leigh (Jeremy Weisz) Neiman Weisz. Beloved companion of Sue Duval and loving father-figure of Alex Duval. Dr. Hirsch was a pioneer in the field of vascular medicine. After studying at Harvard and UCSF, he went on to serve as a Professor of Medicine and director of the Vascular Medicine Program of the Lillehei Heart Institute at the University of Minnesota. He was deeply dedicated to improving public health. Among numerous leadership roles, he was a founding member and past-President of the Society for Vascular Medicine. Graveside service Wednesday 10:30AM at Shalom Memorial Park, Arlington Heights, IL.Remembrances to Society for Vascular Medicine, www.vascularmed.org would be appreciated. Arrangements By: Mitzvah Memorial Funerals 630-MITZVAH (630-648-9824), or WWW.MITZVAHFUNERALS.COM

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Alan Hirsch

31 Entries

Mark Nesse

September 7, 2017

Dr. Alan Hirsch was a great friend, full of vigor, humor and compassion for his patients. I worked with him at many medical conferences and he treated me the best. He cared and he showed it at all times. I will miss his endless energy. Peace to his entire family.

Joel Steinberg MD PhD

May 23, 2017

The world has lost a wonderful physician, mentor, teacher. His infectious enthusiasm will always be remembered. Condolences to his loved ones.

Peggy Camp

May 2, 2017

Alan,

You were my best heart doctor I ever I had in years. Miss you!

Ziv Haskal

April 29, 2017

I spent over 2 years writing a PAD paper with him, so important that it has been cited >3000 times. He led it, cajoled, brought along, created consensus, and shone an overall light, brilliance, and warmth that reflected in all. I'll always remember a private dinner we had in New Orleans. What a loss to so many. My honor to have known him.

Tracy Bailey

April 28, 2017

I just wanted to send a note to the family of Alan Hirsch. We met Alan last Sept when my dad was brought to hospital. He remained our doctor until we heard the very sad news. In fact we just met with the day before he left for Florida. Of all of the doctors we worked with, Alan was by far the best doctor we have ever had. He was more than a doctor, he was caring, genuine, sometimes funny or tried to be :), great listener, a talker and always made us feel like we were the only ones he had to see that day. My dad and I were shocked and saddened by the news and while I know we dont know the family, I wanted to share our story with you and to let you know that Alan was one of a kind, he will truly be missed but never forgotten by our family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

April 26, 2017

Dr. Hirsch was a wonderful Doctor. He diagnosed my Heart Disease and spoke at an FMD meeting for people with FMD. He was kind and very smart. I will miss Dr. Hirsch; may all my prayers go to his family.

Linda Williamson

April 22, 2017

One of the most compassionate and smartest men I have ever worked with. He taught me so much as not only a physician, but as a human being. My heartfelt condolences to Sue and his family.

judy isenberg

April 21, 2017

Dear Gail,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Your loss is unspeakable . I hope, in time, you will be comforted by the joy of wonderful memories,
Fondly, judy isenberg

Jon Duke

April 20, 2017

I knew Alan only virtually, through a project we worked together on over the past 2 years. He imparted warmth and kindness even through simple phone calls. He was truly a mensch. I am terribly sorry for your loss.

Craig Jensen

April 20, 2017

Alan was so much more than my Physician: He gave me the courage to live my life without fear after my massive dissection. His humor, his humanity restored my balance in life and helped to set me free. He will always be in my heart! I grieve today!

Uma Valeti

April 19, 2017

Sue, Alan carried a bright light and incredible optimism with him everywhere he went and will be remembered by everyone who met him. So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by all of us.

Karen Moncher

April 19, 2017

I am grief stricken to hear of Alan's passing - he was the blueprint of a great physician, combining intellect with compassion. My heart goes out to Alan's family during this time.

Steven Stovitz

April 19, 2017

Alan was a model for the way physicians ought to be. Yes, he was smart and worked hard. But, more importantly, he cared. He cared about doing what was best for his patients. He was not afraid of holding their hands, laughing and crying with them. Alan was a mentor to me. He is with me when I am caring for patients, and when I am teaching others to care for patients. I miss him greatly and send my deepest condolences to Alan's family. The world could use more Alan Hirsch's.

April 18, 2017

I am so saddened to hear of Alan's passing. He was the kindest person I have known, and he made me a better person and physician. My condolences to his family and friends.

April 18, 2017

My deepest condolences to Alan's family. He was an amazing, kind and generous man, and he will be greatly missed by all of us whose lives he touched. Despite his being so very busy, he always had a moment to catch up, and always had some chocolate in his office which he offered freely. May your memories of him comfort you at this time of grief.

Lynn Berghs
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Jeff Breall

April 18, 2017

I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn of Alan's passing. I will NEVER forget the kindness and guidance he showed me while I was a resident and fellow in Boston. This kindness along with his wisdom and wonderful sense of humor will sorely be missed.

April 18, 2017

To the family of Dr. Alan Hirsch. Your father was an extremely fascinating man. I met him 20 years ago when he came to our rehab clinic asking us to do research with him in PAD. I was the fortunate one to work with him and I will miss him dearly. We will strive forward in his honor and start a Supervised Exercise Program as that was his dream.

Sincerely,
Teresa Fietek

Willy Chi

April 18, 2017

Deepest condolences to family. Alan will be missed by all in the vascular field.

Gary Kelsberg

April 18, 2017

Sue,
As I write, I'm thinking about the last time I saw you and Alan, hiking around Angel Island and having a picnic before our 35 year UCSF medical school reunion. You were both lively and funny, and I thought how wonderful that the two of you were together since you seemed like such a great match. Alan and I had lunch together earlier and talked about our lives since last reunion, and he told me how happy he was in his life with you, with his work, and with the many things he was doing.
I spent many days with him backpacking and river rafting during medical school, and he was always a positive guy. He offered his warmth and kindness freely. He had so many ideas and plans to have fun, I can't yet believe I won't see him again.
I am so sorry for your loss, and I am so glad that he had you in his life for these past years.
Gary Kelsberg

April 17, 2017

Hi Sue and family, just wanted to add my thoughts to Greg's note from both of us before. We are still in shock about this awful sad news. Please know we are here for you and are thinking of you, sending loving and healing thoughts. Most profound condolences -- we will miss Al.

April 17, 2017

My deepest condolences for the family of Dr. Alan Hirsch. During this time, please find encouragement and hope in the words found at 1 Corinthians 15:26. There it provides a real hope for our loved ones.

Nancy Casey

April 17, 2017

So sad to read of this great loss. My deepest sympathy.

Jennifer Linde

April 17, 2017

So very sorry to hear this news; my thoughts are with you all.

Brittany Krzyzanowski

April 17, 2017

Sue,

Please know that I am thinking of you during this difficult time. I am extending my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Alan left a lasting impression on me in terms of my confidence as a student. His enthusiasm and encouragement is matched by no other. I will never forget him and the self-assurance he inspired in me.

April 17, 2017

Sue,
I am so sorry for this tremendous loss! We will all miss his warm heart and bright smile!
Jill Anderson

Charlotte Flipp

April 17, 2017

Sue, My deepest condolences on hearing the news. Thoughts are with you during this very difficult time! I will remember him fondly during our EpiCH days!

Veronica Karlinsky

April 17, 2017

Sue, we are very sorry for the loss of a love one, our prayers are with you Alex.

Veronica and Cheryl

Greg Silverman

April 17, 2017

Sue and family, we are deeply saddened by this news. Alan was an incredible man! Our deepest condolences are with you during the difficult time.

Greg and Jenzi--

Jo Anne Goldman

April 17, 2017

Sue, This was so shocking. I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and Alan's family. He will be missed, but remembered well.

Selcuk Adabag

April 17, 2017

Over the 20 years I have known Alan, all I have seen from him has been kindness. As a joint friend of Alan and mine once said "Alan would give the shirt off his back if he knew you were in need". It is a tremendous personal loss for all of us.

Doris taylor

April 17, 2017

Sue,
I have no words for this but my thoughts and prayers are with you, Alex and the rest of the family.

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