About Us - Highland Hospital - URochester Medicine Committed to our community and to all who entrust us with their care About Highland Hospital Founded in 1889, Highland Hospital has a history of innovative and personalized care. The hospital is a regional leader in specialties such as bariatric surgery, total joint replacement, geriatric care, gynecologic oncology, prostate cancer treatment, women's health services, and maternity. At Highland we are committed to providing exemplary patient· and family-centered care. As a community hospital we have the advantage of providing excellence in health care while ensuring that our patients and their families are included in all decision making. Our affiliation with University of Rochester Medicine gives us access to leading edge technology, research, and resources, enhancing our ability to provide excellence in patient care. Together we confront the challenges of a changing health care environment and utilize each other's strengths to provide remarkable care for our community. Leadership Kathleen Parrinello, President and Chief Executive Officer Maura Snyder, Chief Operating Officer Michael Apostolakos, M.D., Chief Medical Officer Bilal Ahmed, M.D., Associate Medical Director Melissa Derleth, MS, RN, NE-BC, Chief Nursing Officer Our Leaders Mission Our commitment to excellence in healthcare, with patients and their families at the heart of all we do. Vision To achieve the highest standard of clinical quality excellence and safety in a trusting, compassionate, and inspirational environment. Values We promise our patients, co-workers, and community to always act with Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Quality Recognition Highland is proud of the nationally recognized awards that have been bestowed on us. Advanced Perinatal Certification Breast Imaging Clinical And Pathology Laboratory Comprehensive Bariatric Center Evarts Joint Center Endoscopy Center Quality Recognition Exemplar Level Geriatric Fracture Care Program Core Certification Geriatrics Fracture Center Gynecological Oncology Heart/Stroke Failure Get With The Guidelines Gold Plus Intensive Care Unit Level 2 Geriatric Emergency Department Neurology Designated Stroke Center Nursing Magnet Designated Hospital Primary Care Medical Home Highland Family Medicine Highland Hospital Primary Care Radiation Oncology Facts and Stats First hospital in Rochester to establish a health information center exclusively for women. First hospital in Rochester to launch the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) for seniors at risk of delirium and other cognitive or physical difficulties. First hospital in the region to offer the SpaceOar to prostate cancer patients, helping to reduce the side effects from radiation. hotel 261 Licensed Beds 16 Operating Rooms assignment_ind 2900 Employees 1150+ Medical Staff Make a Difference in Your Life and in the Lives of Others. Search Job Openings local_hospital Learn more about Nursing Highland News widget-01538779-6f0 Visit the Highland Hospital Newsroom chevron_right Visit the Highland Facility Updates Blog chevron_right Our History Between 1889 and today, a team of medical practitioners, dedicated personnel, and generous friends have brought us to our high standard of care. Volunteering Our volunteers are vital members of our team, and help us create a hospital that is known for excellent customer service and a hospital where caring comes first. Mar 3, 2026 Gastric Bypass vs. Sleeve Dec 12, 2025 Why Is My Hand Numb? The Right Diagnosis Matters Aug 4, 2025 Weight-Loss Surgery Eligibility Community Engagement Highland has a long history in the community, dating back to 1889. Throughout the years we have maintained strong ties to our neighborhood and are proud for being recognized as the leading community hospital, recognized for the best outcomes in clinical quality and patient safety. Monroe County Community Health Improvement Plan This unique effort, done in collaboration with the Monroe County Department of Public Health, has allowed the hospitals in Monroe County to go well beyond the basic requirements of submitting individual community health improvement plans.