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Advances Happen Here (And Everywhere You Need Us.)

At UR Medicine, we're focused on delivering world-class medical care right in your community, from Rochester, to the Finger Lakes, the Southern Tier, and everywhere in between. In our facilities across the region, collaboration thrives, driving breakthroughs and improving patient outcomes because we know that our community deserves the best medical care, exactly when and where you need us.

Moving Medicine Forward

From faster, more accurate diagnostics, to less-invasive surgeries. From new ways to fight cancer, to helping people move and live pain-free. From breaking down the barriers to equitable care, to making a child’s stay less scary, see how UR Medicine is advancing care and transforming medicine each and every day.

Overcoming the Unthinkable

When Care Makes Miracles Happen

After a traumatic car accident, the UR Medicine team jumped into action to save Jack, giving him and his family a second chance at life. Discover how Jack’s journey from crisis to comeback shows the life-changing power of advanced medicine.

One Liver, Two Lives, Endless Thanks

Making Friends by Saving Lives

While living in Florida, Tim learned that his colon cancer had spread to his liver. He researched experts in liver transplantation and found the world-renowned team at UR Medicine. See how our advanced care and Beth’s gift saved Tim’s life and started a friendship to last a lifetime.

How We're Advancing Care

From faster, more accurate diagnostics, to less-invasive surgeries. From new ways to fight cancer, to helping people move and live pain-free. From breaking down the barriers to equitable care, to making a child’s stay less scary

 

 

  • Multiple diagnoses. Major surgeries. A life-threatening infection. MJ has faced it all—but never alone.

    Thanks to the incredible team at Golisano Children’s Hospital, his loving family, and his resilience, he continues to defy the odds. #AdvancesHappenHere

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  • Born at just 25 weeks, Teddy spent 127 days in the NICU.

    Thanks to the expert care at Golisano Children’s Hospital, his parents were equipped with the tools they needed to go home and help him become a thriving 7-year-old who loves hockey, baseball, and making friends. 💙 #advanceshappenhere

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  • When Jack’s mother was preparing to say goodbye to her son after a car accident left him with life-threatening injuries, a physician at Strong noticed something that changed everything.

    Watch Jack’s remarkable story in our bio! 🔗

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  • Take a sneak peek inside the new Brighter Days Pediatric Mental Health Urgent Care, opening on July 15.

    “There are no clinics like this outside of the New York City region, and we’re thrilled that we will be able to provide this vital service for thousands of children in Western New York.”

    More info about the service in the link in @urochestermedicine bio! 🔗

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  • When McKenna, a D1 Boston College lacrosse standout, suffered a knee injury during winter break, she feared the worst—but thanks to quick imaging, expert care, and a tailored recovery plan, she made a triumphant return to the field.

    Now, as a national leader in assists and a key player in a championship-winning team, McKenna credits sports psychology and training for shaping her resilience and drive. 💪 #AdvancesHappenHere

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  • Megan’s world changed with a stage 3 melanoma diagnosis, but she faced it with courage and the unwavering support of her family. At Wilmot Cancer Institute, Megan found expert care and a team that embraced her every step of the way.

    Her story is a testament to the power of resilience. #AdvancesHappenHere #WilmotWarrior #MelanomaAwareness

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  • “Two seconds changed my whole life.”

    Kim was enjoying a summer evening with her husband when something no one would ever expect happened, leading to multiple surgeries and four weeks at Strong.

    Thanks to our care teams and advanced surgical techniques, today, Kim is doing great. 💛 #AdvancesHappenHere

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  • In moments like these, there’s no time for care to stop. Our adult critical care transport team is nurse-led and specially trained to care for patients during transport to Strong Memorial Hospital.

    Often traveling hours away or out of state, our team works with transport teams like Mercy Flight to support patients in their most critical moments. #AdvancesHappenHere

    #EMSweek #CriticalCare #criticalcarenurse #roc #mercyflight #newyork #helicopter #healthcare #health #upstatenewyork #upstateny

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  • “If it wasn’t for everybody at Highland and Strong, I wouldn’t be here anymore.”

    Not only is Darryl grateful for the teams who saved his life, but he feels lucky to have had access to advanced technology that allowed him to hug his grandchildren and dog after receiving radiation treatment for prostate cancer. #AdvancesHappenHere

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  • At 11-years-old, Emmie’s knee injury sidelined her from her passion, gymnastics. But with resilience, expert #UROrtho surgical care, and months of hard work in physical therapy, she made an incredible comeback, even winning first-place! 🏆💪

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  • What’s inside the Cardiovascular Engineering lab?🔬🤔

    Find out how our teams combine research & engineering principles to solve health problems and advance patient care. #URochesterResearch @rittigers

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  • Advancing stroke care, one mile at a time. 🚑⏱

    Hop aboard our Mobile Stroke Unit for an inside look into the life-saving capabilities and technology & to see how we race against the clock to deliver specialized care in the nick of time.

    ➡️The unit is now operating 7 days a week! #AdvancesHappenHere #StrokeAwareness

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  • Being told your toddler has cancer is a reality that the Smith family never expected.

    At 22 months old, Beckham was diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer. But thanks to the lifesaving teamwork at Flaum Eye Institute and Golisano Children’s Hospital, Beckham’s future is filled with hope.

    As the first child with this type of cancer to be treated here in Rochester, Beckham’s parents hope their story will inspire others facing similar challenges to find the exceptional care they need close to home. Watch their full story: https://urmc.info/beckham

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  • The last thing Landon’s mom expected to hear was that her son had a tumor in his spine.

    Meet the 12-year-old whose resilience truly shined as he went through spinal surgery and months of physical therapy to get back to what he loves most: being on the ice!🏒 #AdvancesHappenHere

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  • 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

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  • Ensuring round-the-clock care for critically injured patients of all ages. ✅

    As Rochester’s only full-service level 1 trauma program, we provide access across the entire Finger Lakes Region, treating thousands of patients a year. #AdvancesHappenHere

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