ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Jewish Home is proud to announce the appointment of Suzanne Gillespie, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Gillespie, who has served as Associate Medical Director at Jewish Home since 2023, was selected for her outstanding clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to advancing care for residents and patients.
At Jewish Home she has provided exemplary clinical care for patients and residents and mentorship to medical staff. She holds board certifications in Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine, and is a professor in the Division of Geriatrics and Aging at the University of Rochester.
Dr. Gillespie’s career includes leadership roles at the VA Finger Lakes Healthcare System, Monroe Community Hospital, and Fairport Baptist Home. She is a respected national leader who served as president of the Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association (formerly known as AMDA). Her published research and process-improvement initiatives have earned her numerous awards and the respect of colleagues nationwide.
“Dr. Gillespie brings a rare combination of clinical excellence, visionary leadership, and a deep commitment to our mission,” said Michael S. King, President and CEO of Jewish Home. “Her experience and dedication to quality improvement will be invaluable as we continue to elevate the standard of care at Jewish Home. We are thrilled to welcome her to this vital role.”
“I am honored to serve as Chief Medical Officer at Jewish Home,” said Dr. Gillespie. “This community is dedicated to compassionate, innovative care, and I look forward to working with our talented team in this new capacity to further our commitment to residents and families.”
About Jewish Home
For more than 100 years, Jewish Home has been helping older adults live their best lives. Guided by their foundational principles, Jewish Home embraces the idea of home as a place where families gather, care for one another, and welcome all. Jewish Home offers all levels of care —from independent living to skilled nursing on their Rochester campus to a variety of services throughout the community. As the only Continuing Care Retirement Community in Rochester, Jewish Home is proud to be recognized for quality care and customer satisfaction—earning CARF International accreditation, as well as being certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2020. For more information, visit jewishhomeroc.org or on social media at @jewishhomeroc.