University of Rochester Medical Center

Simply the best. Our Orthopaedics & Physical Performance Center in Henrietta was named the 2024 Best Health Care Project by Engineering News-Record New York. The prestigious award highlights excellence in construction, design, and community impact. Spanning 330,000 square feet, our new center is the largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic facility in the Northeast. We’re proud to have worked alongside LeChase Construction, who helped bring this project to life. This recognition is a testament our commitment to providing world-class care to our community. #UROrtho

When his six-year-old son Teddy was diagnosed four years ago with the rare genetic disorder Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Class of 2000 alumnus Justin White knew just where to go: back to his college home at Rochester. University of Rochester Medical Center has been a pioneer in the study of treatments for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, conducting the first clinical trials in the nation for corticosteroids back in 1989. The Whites knew they needed to enroll Teddy in a trial quickly, so they chose to make the drive back-and-forth to Rochester from their home in Connecticut. Dad Justin has now decided to focus full-time on advocacy work for patients with Duchenne and is moving with his family back home to Rochester. Teddy completed the most recent phase of his trial this summer and was granted his wish to mark the occasion: a trip to the top of Rush Rhees Library tower. #wdad #wdad2024 #DuchenneAwarenessDay #WorldDuchenneAwarenessDay #URochesterResearch

Surgery can be scary for kids. Our teams worked to develop a surgery coloring book for pediatric patients to help relieve stress as they begin their appointments! A savvy nurse, Jeremy Mack, RN, updates the booklets and provides specific versions for Sawgrass Surgery Center, Golisano Children's Hospital, and Strong West. #AdvancesHappenHere

Our nurses are at the heart of our care, and we’re proud to support their growth at every step. Our team thrives by supporting each other, and our nursing leadership is deeply committed to workplace well-being and professional development. For those just starting, or those looking to grow in your career, we’re here to help our nurses succeed and make an impact: https://lnkd.in/gM6PWr86. #URMCPeopleInspired #Nursing #NursingCareers #Nurse #NurseCareers #HealthcareCareers #RochesterCareers #RochesterNurses #ROCNurses #NurseJobs

So proud of all of the URMC teams and work that is on display at this event! Can’t wait to share all I’ve learned #nursingleaders

Colleagues know him as an esteemed leader and pioneer in his field. But Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro's journey -- through Mexico, Canada, and finally, Rochester, -- may be lesser known. His heritage and life experiences have helped him become renowned for his groundbreaking work in liver transplantation and hepatobiliary surgery, and have provided deep insights into healthcare disparities faced by Hispanic physicians and community members. As we celebrate and recognize #HispanicHeritageMonth, Dr. Hernandez shares his personal story and how his Hispanic heritage has shaped his approach to patient care and advocacy.

"You will see this rise up out of the ground and really start to see progress!" Big things are happening at Strong Memorial Hospital. Keep an eye on the sky when you pass by to see our new ED come to life from the ground up. #StrongExpansion

Several UR Medicine CPR instructors attended Sunday's Buffalo Bills game where the team presented the American Heart Association's Heartsaver Award to a local survivor and those who helped provide CPR. The Bills invited CPR instructors who have assisted with education throughout the year, which included our own URMC team members: Melissa Gleason, Jeff Walent, Kerri Klein, Emily Bruckel, Michael McDonald. Thank you to this group and all of our team members responsible for educating our community on this life-saving skill. Let’s continue to champion these vital skills that empower us all to make a difference!

Look up, #ROC! ?? Over the weekend, a 246-foot, free-standing tower crane was built outside of Strong. This crane will help bring our new patient tower to life, lifting key components into place and transforming the future of emergency care in our community. We’re reaching new heights! ???

On this day last year... ? We broke the ground on our #StrongExpansion Project! The groundbreaking marked the start of the largest capital project in the history of the University of Rochester. A year later, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made and are excited to keep building a healthier future for our community. Curious about the new emergency department and all the changes? Check out the latest updates: https://urmc.info/SEP