Patient Care UR Medicine Recognized for Stroke Care By Mark Michaud Jun. 26, 2017 The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) has once again honored the UR Medicine Strong Memorial Hospital as having met its highest standards of care for stroke.
Research Significant Racial Disparities Persist in Hospital Readmissions By Mark Michaud Jun. 26, 2017 A new study in the journal Health Affairs shows that, despite being designed to more effectively manage care and control costs, black patients enrolled with Medicare Advantage are far more likely to ...
Patient Care Cannellini Bean Salad with Roasted Vegetables By URochester Medicine Communications Jun. 23, 2017 A perfect entrée for a summer evening that can be served with a variety leafy greens and fresh herbs.
Eastman Institute Wins Jarvie-Burkhart Award By URochester Medicine Communications Jun. 22, 2017 UR Medicine’s Eastman Institute for Oral Health has won the 2017 Jarvie-Burkhart Award, the highest honor bestowed by the New York State Dental Association (NYSDA).
Patient Care Finding Hope and Time By Lydia Fernandez Jun. 21, 2017 A complex, innovative surgical procedure offers a new option for those facing metastatic colorectal cancer.
Patient Care Wheat berry and Strawberry Salad By URochester Medicine Communications Jun. 21, 2017 This versatile salad can be served as a side dish, or transformed into an entrée by adding legumes or grilled chicken and serving over salad greens.
Patient Care Oswego County Father Receives New Heart, Goes Home to See Daughter Graduate By Leslie White Jun. 21, 2017 When Central Square father Donald Tuffley and his family attend his daughter’s commencement ceremony on Friday, June 23, it will be a dream come true. It’s an important moment he feared he would ...
Research Depressed Patients More Likely to be Prescribed Opioids By Mark Michaud Jun. 20, 2017 A new study shows that patients with low back pain who were depressed were more likely to be prescribed opioids and receive higher doses. Understanding these prescribing patterns sheds new light on ...
Patient Care Neurologist David Wang Stepping Down After Four Decades By Mark Michaud Jun. 20, 2017 Neurologist David Wang, M.D. will retire after more than 40 years on the University of Rochester faculty. Wang, who will retire effective June 30th, 2017, is responsible for helping establish the ...
Patient Care Chia Fresca By URochester Medicine Communications Jun. 20, 2017 Chia fresca is hydrating and provides minerals, dietary fiber and omega-3’s. Try with fresh mint and cucumber slices for a flavorful variation!