Agreement Will Strengthen Collaboration, Help St. John’s to Care for More ALC Patients

As part of ongoing efforts to address hospital overcrowding, URMC will strengthen collaboration with St. John’s Home to help the skilled nursing facility serve more patients after hospitalization. Located a short distance from both hospitals, St. John’s Home provides rehabilitation services and long-term care for hundreds of patients discharged from Strong and Highland each year.

Dr. Erica Miller Named Program Director for Medicine-Pediatrics Residency

Dr. Erica Miller was recently named Program Director for Medicine-Pediatrics Residency, succeeding Dr. Brett Robbins as he transitions into his new role as Senior Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education.

Kudos

Here are some physician KUDOS that were taken from Hot Comments during the past several months.

In Service to Our Community

As health care professionals we have dedicated our lives to caring for our community. Our work each day centers around caring for patients with skill and compassion. But for many of you that dedication extends beyond your work day. So many of our physicians, APPs, nurses, and Highland staff are involved in Highland leadership committees, professional organizations and community organizations that help fight poverty, alleviate health care disparities, ensure food security and so much more. That kind of compassion is most likely one of the reasons you turned to health care as a profession and a reason that compels you to do even more. We are grateful to each of you who volunteer your time for these committees and organizations.

Dr. Keely Dwyer-Matzky New Medical Staff President

Keely Dwyer-Matzky, M.D., M.S., was confirmed as President of the Highland Hospital Medical Staff at a meeting in January. Roan Glocker, M.D., will serve as President-elect and Corey Romesser, M.D., as Secretary/Treasurer. Dr. Dwyer-Matzky has served Highland for more than 20 years and became involved in medical staff leadership at the suggestion of Dr. Robert McCann because of her passion for process improvement and engaging with teams for the betterment of the hospital.