Philanthropy

Richard and Margaret Burton Distinguished Professorship in Orthopaedics established

Richard Burton, M.D. (R ’64), has been a central figure in the University of Rochester Medical Center’s Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, building it into a national leader in musculoskeletal care, research and education. Learn more about this professorship »

McAnarney Professorship in Pediatrics funded by Friedlanders

Pediatric research and education are moving forward at the University of Rochester Medical Center, with a major gift from a local couple that has long supported the University. Read more about this gift »

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First-year medical students help rescue man and two children from Erie Canal

It was supposed to be a picnic, a fun afternoon in Genesee Valley Park for new students at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and local children. Read about the rescue »

Medical Class of 2016

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Click here to read about the new class »

First Day

For some first-year residents at the University of Rochester Medical Center, the first official day on the job began at a fast pace. Read more about their experience »

School of Medicine and Dentistry Commencement 2012 - video and slideshow

Regina M. Benjamin, M.D., M.B.A., the 18th Surgeon General of the United States, delivered the keynote address at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry commencement May 18.(Windows only) Watch the video »

To view the commencement slideshow, click here »

Launching a medical school

Lawrence G. Smith, M.D. (R ’79), founding dean of Hofstra North Shore-Long Island Jewish School of Medicine, delivered the 2012 Marvin J. Hoffman lecture, speaking about “The Challenges in Building a New Medical School.” Watch the lecture »

(Best viewed on a PC using Internet Explorer. Mac users need to have the Silverlight plug-in.)

Match Day 2012 - video and slideshow

The drama of Match Day moved to Whipple Auditorium this year, where both tension and spirits were high.

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To view the Match Day slideshow, click here »