David Linehan named CEO of

University of Rochester Medical Center

The University of Rochester Board of Trustees has announced David C. Linehan, M.D. as CEO of the University Rochester Medical Center (URMC), dean of the School of Medicine and Dentistry (SMD), and senior vice president (SVP) for health sciences. He will begin in these roles on February 1, 2024.

Linehan joined the University of Rochester in 2014 as chair of the Department of Surgery at URMC, recruited from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He is also currently associate director for clinical research at the Wilmot Cancer Institute and the Seymour I. Schwartz Professor in Surgery—a faculty position he will retain. He succeeds Mark Taubman, who, in 2015, became the first person to serve as both CEO of the Medical Center and dean of SMD. In September 2022, Taubman announced his decision to conclude his terms effective December 2023, or when a successor was appointed following a national search.

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Highland Introduces APP Career Ladder

Highland is introducing a Career Ladder for Advanced Practice Providers to recognize their skills, dedication, and compassion in caring for our patients at Highland every day. “This program is a real win for APPs and a testament to Highland’s commitment to our team,” said Arthur Arieno PA-C MPAS, Director of APPs at Highland.

The ladder includes three levels including Proficient, Expert and Master. Criteria include Education & Certification, Clinical Practice, Service Excellence, Professional Development, Citizenship, and Professionalism. An eligibility checklist will be available on the APP intranet site as well as applications and additional information at https://sites.mc.rochester.edu/highland/app Applications will be accepted beginning January 1, 2024.

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Remembering 2023

The Highland Public Relations team scanned the archives and reviewed photos shared by employees to produce a video that captures some of Highland's biggest moments and employees' favorite memories. A big thanks to all who worked hard, embody the ICARE values, and put patients first, and a shout out to everyone who shared their photos. Happy holidays and here's to 2024!

One Week Left!

Flu Vaccine Program Deadline Is December 29

One week remains for providers, including non-employed physicians who care for patients at Highland, and staff 18 years old and older, to participate in the Flu Vaccine program. As a condition of employment, suspension can occur if one of the following four actions is not completed by Friday, December 29: 

• Receive a flu shot from Employee Health Services (EHS).
• Provide documentation to EHS that you have been vaccinated elsewhere.
• Provide documentation of a medical contraindication to EHS from a healthcare provider.
• Sign the attached declination form if you decline to be vaccinated. This form and more information are available on Highland's FLUsource page on the intranet. 

Questions? Call Employee Health Services at 341-8017.

Holiday Schedule

Christmas Day and New Year's Day are legal holidays at Highland and will be observed on Monday, December 25 and Monday, January 1.

Please note the change in operations in observance of these holidays:

Highland Cafe'

• December 25: Open 6:30 a.m. to midnight. Grill will be closed.
• January 1: Open 6:30 a.m. to midnight. Grill will be closed.

Grand Grounds Coffee House:

• December 25: open 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Staff receive a complimentary hot beverage (regular or decaf coffee or tea) and a sweet treat!
• January 1: open 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 Highland Gift Shop

• December 25- closed
• January 1- closed

 Highland Outpatient Pharmacy

•  December 25: Closed 
• January 1: Closed

Alex Park Shuttle

• Not in operation December 25 and January 1
• Staff scheduled to work can park in the Main Parking Garage

Employee Communications

No Weekly Newsletter on Friday, December 30

Human Resources Business Office

• December 25: Closed 
• January 1: Closed

·        Support Services

• Closing at 3 p.m. on Friday, December 22
• December 25: Closed 
• Closing at 3 p.m. on Friday, December 29
• January 1: Closed

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Employees and providers enjoyed this year's Holiday Meal which included beef bourguignon, vegetable Alfredo lasagna, sides, and a dessert table. Food Services estimates 1,350 meals were served during the lunch and dinner hours. The event was once again a success, thanks to Food Services staff, as well as 33 volunteer employees and four members of Highland's Board of Directors who helped serve attendees.

A few photos are below. Additional photos can be viewed by clicking here.

Staff working Saturday: the Holiday Meal will be served tomorrow from 10:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

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