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Our Purpose is why we exist, our Mission defines us and our Vision helps shape our future.

Purpose

To help people get back to what they need and love to do better than any other place in the world.

Mission

To provide the highest quality patient care, improve mobility and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology and their related disciplines through research and education.

Vision

To lead the world as the most innovative source of medical care, the premier research institution and the most trusted educator in the fields of orthopedics, rheumatology and their related disciplines.

Our Values are the fundamental beliefs that guide us in everything we do.

Values

• Diversity
• We are committed to an environment of respect, equitable treatment and opportunity for our patients, employees and communities.
• Excellence
• We set and continually raise the bar on all that we do.
• Gratitude
• We express appreciation every day, through words and actions, for the opportunity to serve our patients, our community and each other.
• Innovation
• We support an environment that fosters new ideas and new approaches in everything we do.
• Integrity
• We take pride in maintaining the highest levels of personal and professional conduct.
• Passion
• We bring energy, commitment and enthusiasm to our work everyday.
• Teamwork
• We participate fully as members of our team, respecting, supporting and empowering one another.

Best Hospital, Best Results

HSS is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, ranked No. 1 in orthopedics for 14 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report (2023-2024). HSS has also been among the top-ranked hospitals for both orthopedics and rheumatology for 32 consecutive years.

Because an infection can be a devastating outcome for an orthopedic patient, HSS takes infection control extremely seriously and has one of the lowest infection rates in the country.

HSS accepts most major insurance plans. Our Insurance Advisory Service can answer questions regarding your insurance coverage.

Learn more about why you should entrust HSS with your care.

Unmatched Experience

Founded in 1863, Hospital for Special Surgery is the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. More than 32,000 surgical procedures are performed annually. HSS performs more hip surgeries and more knee replacements than any other hospital in the US. Compare our surgical volume to other hospitals.

Nursing’s Highest Honor

HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence and the first hospital in the New York State to be redesignated with nursing’s highest honor five consecutive times.

Pioneering Research and Innovation

The HSS Research Institute comprises 20 laboratories and 300 staff members focused on leading the advancement of musculoskeletal health through prevention of degeneration, tissue repair and tissue regeneration. With its state-of-the-art technology, large patient volume, and special “bench to bedside” teams of doctors and scientists, HSS can swiftly translate scientific breakthroughs into clinical treatments. The global standard total knee replacement was developed at HSS in 1969. The HSS Innovation Institute was formed in 2016 to realize the potential of new drugs, therapeutics and devices.

Leading the Field in Radiology and Anesthesiology

HSS is one of the world’s largest academic centers devoted to orthopedic imaging. HSS radiologists have developed new protocols for the diagnostic imaging of bones, tendons, ligaments and other soft tissues, including MRIs of metal implants and cartilage. HSS anesthesiologists are globally recognized leaders in regional anesthesia. This technique, pioneered at HSS, has been shown to reduce bleeding, minimize postoperative pain, and shorten surgical time. Most importantly, the use of regional anesthesia reduces the chance of having a surgical infection by 50%.

Training Tomorrow’s Leaders

Every HSS doctor holds an appointment on the faculty of Weill Cornell Medical College. HSS has one of the most sought after orthopedic residency programs, with over 400 of its 500+ graduates holding positions in major orthopedic departments, many serving as department heads. The HSS Education Institute is the world’s leading provider of education on musculoskeletal health, with an online learning platform that offers more than 600 courses to more than 21,000 medical professional members worldwide. HSS eAcademy, the digital education platform for professionals, has grown its presence to over 30,152 members worldwide, with international engagement from over 130 countries. Through HSS Global, the institution is collaborating with medical centers and other organizations to advance the quality and value of musculoskeletal care and to make world-class HSS care more widely accessible nationally and internationally.

You'll receive expert, specialized care that no other healthcare organization can offer

Every doctor, nurse and therapist at HSS is uniquely focused on treating patients with musculoskeletal conditions. This means that whether you need a hip replacement, treatment for lupus, or complex surgery for an injury, your care will come from an expert in the field. In addition, our surgical and nonsurgical specialists ensure the best care that is customized for each patient’s need.

When you choose HSS, you’re choosing:

• The Official Hospital of the New York Giants, Mets, Knicks, Red Bulls, as well as the Brooklyn Nets, NYRR, USA Basketball and many more.
• A hospital that saved 7-year-old Bridget’s arm from amputation and provided Jennifer with a life-saving lupus diagnosis.
• A world leader in medical education – with over 22,000 professionals from 128 countries receiving online courses from HSS.

Learn more about why HSS has unparalleled patient outcomes and is the world leader in orthopedics and rheumatology below.

Safer is better

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As a top, nationally ranked hospital our industry-leading safety protocols, medical practices and professionalism provides peace of mind that you’re receiving the best possible care — and therefore, better outcomes. Our exceptional standards include:

A significantly lower rate of readmission after hip and knee surgery compared to the national average.

A surgical site infection rate much lower than that of the New York State average.

Five consecutive designations of Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence at HSS.

 Individualized care

Photo of Advanced pain management and rapid rehabilitation

The right treatment plan begins with the right diagnosis. As a patient, you can rely on precise clinical evaluation and testing combined with state-of-the-art radiology and imaging practices. In fact, every step of your treatment is tailored and you'll know that:

There is no “routine” MRI at HSS. Imaging is fine-tuned and based on the latest science and research.

When possible, our anesthesiologists use regional anesthesia to reduce post-op pain, blood clots and stress, which helps speed up recovery times and reduce or eliminate the need for opioids.

Elite physical therapy and rehabilitation therapists are using the most advanced equipment and techniques.

Advanced education and innovation

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HSS is a teaching hospital, which means our faculty instructs the next generation of musculoskeletal clinicians. Your physician is also likely to be working on research projects and clinical trials with HSS scientists and other experts. You may not meet every member of your healthcare team in person, but know that your care is enriched by:

Physicians that are also faculty members of Weill Cornell Medical College.

Residents who are in the top ranked orthopedic residency program in the US.

300+ full-time researchers developing cutting-edge biomechanics, genomic insights and treatments for autoimmune diseases.

Our patients say it best

HSS patient kayaking on a mountain lake

Don't take our word for it, HSS patients report exceptionally high ratings for both the Hospital and individual HSS doctors and surgeons.