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Who's joining us for Wilmot Warrior Weekend this year!? 💛It's not too late to sign up ➡️ https://urmc.info/WWW25
09/26/2025

Who's joining us for Wilmot Warrior Weekend this year!? đź’›

It's not too late to sign up ➡️ https://urmc.info/WWW25

Ever wondered what happens in the brains of children and adults with Fragile X syndrome? Fragile X is the most common in...
09/25/2025

Ever wondered what happens in the brains of children and adults with Fragile X syndrome?

Fragile X is the most common inherited single-gene cause of autism. More than 40% of boys and 15% of girls with Fragile X syndrome have autism.

💡🔬New describes how the molecules in brain cells act in Fragile X. Imagine a busy intersection full of cars with no brakes; turmoil and damage are inevitable. The same is true in Fragile X—a missing protein creates chaos in the brain and contributes to the cognitive and behavioral symptoms seen in Fragile X: urmc.info/fragilex25

09/24/2025

“Part of my skull is 3D printed!” 🧠

When she was diagnosed with a brain tumor, Flo and her daughter searched for the best care—and found it here in Rochester.

Today, she’s thriving without the need for radiation! We’re honored to be part of stories like Flo’s—and grateful for the teams making this level of care possible every day.

A patient at 11, a physician today! Bridgette Merriman was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s lymphoma and treated at Goli...
09/23/2025

A patient at 11, a physician today!

Bridgette Merriman was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s lymphoma and treated at Golisano Children’s Hospital at just 11 years old. The compassion and care she received inspired her dream of becoming a pediatric oncologist.

Now cancer-free and freshly graduated from medical school, Bridgette is starting her residency—ready to give her future patients the same hope and healing she once received. ✨

Another step closer to a new Strong Memorial Hospital Emergency Department! 🚧✨ Today, the final steel beam was raised in...
09/22/2025

Another step closer to a new Strong Memorial Hospital Emergency Department! 🚧✨

Today, the final steel beam was raised into place during a special “topping-off ceremony” after teams and stakeholders had the chance to sign the beam. The celebration marks a milestone moment in the hospital’s biggest expansion and modernization in 100 years.

We're thrilled to be one step closer to reducing overcrowding, adding more private rooms, and creating a modern ED to ensure our community has the emergency care it needs!

Big numbers, big impact. 🧪💉With a team of over 1,000 staff and faculty, our Pathology and Lab Medicine teams deliver car...
09/19/2025

Big numbers, big impact. 🧪💉

With a team of over 1,000 staff and faculty, our Pathology and Lab Medicine teams deliver care far beyond the hospital walls. From homebound services to clinical testing, our dedicated teams support our communities every step of the way. đź’™

A breakthrough in Hodgkin lymphoma care—led right here at Wilmot Cancer Institute.A clinical trial testing a treatment t...
09/17/2025

A breakthrough in Hodgkin lymphoma care—led right here at Wilmot Cancer Institute.

A clinical trial testing a treatment that helps the immune system fight cancer achieved a 92% survival rate for patients with advanced Hodgkin lymphoma. Patients like Meghan Lowell trusted Wilmot with their care—and today, she has no evidence of disease. ✨

Her journey is a reminder of the power of clinical research, expert care, and hope.

Two milestones, 375+ second chances ❤️Congratulations to our Heart Failure and Transplant Team for achieving over 375 he...
09/16/2025

Two milestones, 375+ second chances ❤️

Congratulations to our Heart Failure and Transplant Team for achieving over 375 heart transplants—a testament to their dedication, expertise, and compassion.

And congrats to Scott Hetsko, who received the gift of life through a heart transplant at Strong 10 years ago! We honor his journey and thank him for his persistent advocacy for organ donation to save others.

Register to be an organ donor: https://www.passlifeon.org/

Strong Memorial staff left their mark -- literally(!) -- on the future of care in our community. Team members signed the...
09/12/2025

Strong Memorial staff left their mark -- literally(!) -- on the future of care in our community. Team members signed the final steel beam for our historic Strong Expansion Project, which will nearly triple the size of the emergency department.

Kathy Parrinello, president and CEO of Strong and Highland Hospitals, also stopped by to sign the beam. “It’s meaningful and special because this is a huge milestone,” Parrinello said. “In less than two years we’ll be moving into the new tower and it is so exciting. Everyone knows how badly we need this for our patients and the community and it is fabulous to be at this point.”

This milestone is a symbol of progress, teamwork, and a celebration of the future of care for Rochester. đź’™

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09/11/2025

Caring for an older loved one just got easier!

With the MyChart app, you can request proxy access to help manage their appointments, prescriptions, test results, and more—all in one place.

Download MyChart to your phone: https://urmc.info/2b9

So you schedule a doctor’s appointment and they tell you you’re seeing an NP. Or maybe a PA. What does that actually mea...
09/09/2025

So you schedule a doctor’s appointment and they tell you you’re seeing an NP. Or maybe a PA. What does that actually mean?

Physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants all play an important role in your care—find out the difference and how each works as part of your health care team: https://urmc.info/panp

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