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with bone cuts and resections, as well as improved accuracy with joint implant positions, ultimately leading to better patient function." FINGER LAKES CENTER FOR LIVING At AC H 's F i n ger L a ke s C ent er for Living rehabilitation a nd residentia l fa ci l it y — wh ich re c eive d a 5 - s t a r rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for the third year in a row — residents enjoy safe, quality health care for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term residential care. To receive a 5-star rating, Finger Lakes Center for Living achieved above-average quality scores for health inspections, staffing and quality measures. In addition, the Finger La kes Center for Living was recently named one of the Best Nursing Homes in 2021 by US News and World Report. "We are very proud of our nursing home for once again receiving this prestigious award," Berlucchi says. "This recognition is meaningful because it signifies that we are providing an exceptional patient experience a nd continue to see great results year after year. This is a credit to our employees and the volunteers who play such a critical role in offering the highest quality of care, especially during this very difficult time." Furthermore, Finger La kes Center for Living has had no COVID-19 related deaths, and ACH's vaccination clinic for Finger Lakes Center for Living staff, residents and family also contributed to its 95.9% vaccination rate. n " At Auburn Community Hospital, our vision is simple: to provide the best outcome for every patient, every time." — SCOTT BERLUCCHI, PRESIDENT AND CEO, AUBURN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL Quality Control — The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval Accreditation Even during the midst of the pandemic, ACH didn't waiver on their commitment to quality services and patient safety for all. The facility has received the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for the past 11 years on several quality measures including effective communication, health care associated infections, medication safety, patient identification verification and universal protocols. (L to R) Dr. Tanya Paul, Dr. Loren VanRiper, Dr. Amy McDonald, Dr. Donald Calzolaio (L to R) Scott Berlucchi, President & CEO, Tammy Sunderlin, Chief Nursing Officer, Dr. Tanya Paul, Stephen Graziano, Chief of Upstate Cancer Center 1 0 ❱❱❱❱❱ C O V E R F E A T U R E