Maternal Child Fellowship Serving Patients in Rural Settings

In 2021, the University of Rochester Department of Family Medicine Maternal Child Fellowship was awarded a 5 year, $2.7 million HRSA grant to focus on rural maternity care.

Study Determines Impact of Controlled Substance Safety Committee

The goal of the study of the Controlled Substance Safety Committee (CSSC) is to describe and understand the implementation of the multidisciplinary committee at Highland Family Medicine and determine its impact on clinical decision-making and patient outcomes. 

Students Shine at STFM Medical Student Education Conference

Congratulations to Al Ogawa and Valentina Sedlacek, two fourth year medical students at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, who were nominated by the Department of Family Medicine and selected as STFM Student Scholars.

Resident Spotlight – Catherine Harmer, MD

Dr. Catherine Harmer projects a warmth and humility when she speaks, and it’s evident in the choices she makes.  She is from Irondequoit, N.Y. and chose Highland Family Medicine because “she wanted to train in residency in a community I grew up in.”  She has continued to grow since reaching Highland Family Medicine, with particular interests in gender affirming care, abortions and full spectrum medicine, which is the crux of what Family Medicine does.

Alumni Spotlight – Amber Robins, MD ‘17

A 2017 graduate of the HH/URMC Family Medicine Residency, Dr. Amber Robins’ work ethic and drive for education is exemplary.