This program is well known for its obstetric and gynecologic training. With full time Obstetric faculty present for seventeen years, many educational and clinical programs are in operation, such as the ALSO course and a colposcopy course for residents and fellows. A high percentage of resident graduates choose to do obstetrics in practice. The Hospital Highland Hospital is a non-profit community hospital with a reputation for friendliness. About 23 staff obstetricians and 15 family physicians perform 2900 deliveries a year.
All obstetric interventions are available, but alternative obstetric options are also practice.
Highland Hospital has been particularly amenable to working with family physicians, residents, and fellows. Other hospitals in the community are readily accessible for specialized training experiences. The Community Rochester is a medium large city with many cultural and educational amenities, prosperous high tech industries, and good restaurants. Satisfactory housing can be found in the vicinity of the program. The community supports a healthy family oriented lifestyle.