For more than one hundred years, Highland Hospital, through four name changes and continuous expansion, has taken its place as one of the community's leading medical institutions. In ensuing years between 1889 and today, a staff of learned medical practitioners, dedicated personnel, and generous friends have brought Highland to its present standard of care. Along the way, Highland Hospital has experienced the following milestones: First hospital in the U.S. to use insulin to treat diabetes. (Dr. John Williams, chief of medicine at Highland for 30 years, gave the first insulin injection to the son of the chief legal counsel at Kodak.) First hospital in the U.S. to use endocavitary radiation as an alternative to colostomy surgery. First hospital in the U.S. to establish a clinical chemical laboratory. First in New York and third in the U.S. to establish a Family Medicine training program. First hospital in Rochester to allow fathers to be present in the delivery room. First in Rochester to establish a health information center exclusively for women. First in Rochester to offer a computerized physician referral service. Today Highland is one of the busiest hospitals for births. 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 the University of Rochester Medical Center 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. 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 The Highland Promise is our personal commitment to live the ICARE Values. Every day. We promise our patients, co-workers, and community to always act with Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.