Community Initiatives

Our community initiatives recognize, support, and elevate community-engaged programs and scholarship within the Department of Surgery. Through our projects we aim to empower our Rochester community members, our community leaders, and the residents, faculty, and staff in the department who build community-centered partnerships that improve health outcomes for patients and families. At CEHO, we can connect you to health-related resources, and you can help us expand healthcare access for all.

PFAC – Patient and Family Advisory Council

The Patient & Family Advisory Council is a dedicated group of UR Medicine patients, family members, and staff working together to deliver exceptional care. They provide feedback on hospital policies, patient education, and care practices, ensuring that the patient's perspective drives quality improvement efforts.

PFAC Advisor Responsibilities:

• Attend one meeting each month.
• Share your ideas and feedback in a respectful way.
• Be open to learning how the hospital works and what rules and guidelines need to be followed.

Advisor Eligibility:

• Be a current or former surgery patient at Strong.
• Be a direct relative of a current or former patient at Strong.

Questions about our initiatives? Email our team.