Department of Special Surgery

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health and the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. Headquartered in New York City, HSS is consistently ranked as the top hospital for orthopedics globally and is a major hub for clinical, translational, and basic research in rheumatology and orthopedics. The institution operates the HSS Research Institute and the HSS Innovation Institute, which work to translate scientific breakthroughs into new drugs, therapeutics, and medical devices. HSS is renowned for pioneering surgical techniques, including the development of the first modern total knee replacement, and serves as the official hospital for numerous professional sports teams.