With technology that rivals major medical centers and a team of skilled professionals, Rome Health delivers compassionate medical care for every stage of life. It’s a commitment that has spanned more than 135 years.
We welcome the community’s newest residents in our family-centered Maternity Department and help seniors feel at home in our skilled nursing facility. From 24-hour emergency care to routine testing for early detection, quality is our number one priority.
Heralded nationally for our clinical excellence, Rome Health has been recognized for following evidence-based practices by such well-known organizations as the American Heart Association and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
As a community hospital, our staff feels a deep sense of pride and commitment to those who place their trust in our care. Our patients are our friends, family, and neighbors. For you, we deliver nothing less than our best.
Rome Health is an affiliate of St. Joseph’s Health and an affiliated clinical site of New York Medical College.
Work, Live & Play in Central New York
Nestled in the middle of New York State, Rome is located near the foothills of the Adirondacks, which provides endless opportunities for outdoor activities including hiking, camping, boating, skiing, and fishing. Rome's convenient access to Interstate 90, the Rome Amtrack Train station, Griffiss International Airport, and Hancock International airport makes for effortless travel to destinations like New York City, Boston, and Florida. Nearby colleges, universities, and a vibrant Business & Technology Park provide employment for spouses. Hamilton College, Utica University, Mohawk Valley Community College, SUNY Poly, Syracuse University, and LeMoyne College are all within driving distance of Rome. There are approximately 70 different companies at the technology park, with jobs in finance, engineering, and cybersecurity among the many opportunities for families.
Rome and the surrounding Mohawk Valley offer an affordable cost of living, with housing costs averaging 86% lower than New York City, 33% lower than Hartford, CT, 29% lower than Albany, and 16% lower than Wilkes-Barre, PA. An award-winning public school system and low crime rates make the region an ideal place to raise a family.
Rome is home to the World Series of Bocce, and nearby in Utica, the Boilermaker is one of the largest 15K Road Races in the nation. Within a 10-minute drive of the hospital lies Lake Delta State Park and Woods Valley Ski Resort. Lake Delta offers lakeside living, a boat launch, a beach, and a campground. Woods Valley offers local skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and a year-round festival venue. In neighboring cities, you can enjoy a nationally accredited zoo, a large arts institute and museums, theaters, a sports/concert arena, numerous historical sites, and entertainment options including the Turning Stone Resort and Casino, and the Adirondack Center, which plays home to Utica Comets hockey and Utica City FC indoor soccer.