Joseph Johnson, M.D. Recognized for 20 Years as Chief of Surgery

Joseph Johnson, M.D., was recently honored at a Highland provider recognition event after stepping down as Highland Hospital’s Chief of Surgery having served as the department’s leader for nearly 20 years. He will continue to serve as chief of the bariatric/GI division within the University of Rochester Department of Surgery and continue his surgical practice as Associate Professor of Surgery in the University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group.

David Holub, M.D., Named Director of Family Medicine Residency Program

David Holub, M.D., has been named the Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Holub, previously served as Associate Director for the past 11 years. He succeeds Stephen Schultz, M.D. who is stepping down after 20 years of leadership and service.

Grant Awarded to Improve Health of Patients with CHF

A two-year grant from the UR Medicine Quality Institute Dissemination and Implementation Grant Program for $100,000 will focus on reducing Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) readmissions through lifestyle medicine consults.

Highland Ranks Nationally Among Top Places to Work in Healthcare

Highland is among hospitals ranked in 2022 Becker's Healthcare "150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare" list, which highlights hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that promote diversity within the workforce, employee engagement, and professional growth.

Highland Ranked #1 Hospital Nationwide for Not Ordering Unnecessary Tests

Highland Hospital has been named as the top hospital nationwide in a new study that looked at unnecessary hospital tests and procedures. The Lown Institute Hospitals Index ranked Highland first of the nearly 3,100 facilities on the list. Strong Memorial Hospital ranked tenth.