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Orthopedic Surgery

Orthopedics is the branch of medicine that treats conditions of the bones, joints and their surrounding muscles, tendons and other soft tissues: from arthritis to ACL tears, back pain to bone fractures, and carpal tunnel syndrome to clubfoot. When conservative treatments for these conditions are ineffective, orthopedic surgery is the field of surgery used to address them.

Hospital for Special Surgery is #1 for Orthopedics in the U.S.

Our unique position as the world leader in musculoskeletal care means you get the most specialized surgical treatment from the top experts on physical movement and function. Every one of our orthopedic surgeons practices a subspecialty, bringing the particular skills and expertise required to serve your individual medical needs. Together with dedicated orthopedic primary care physicians, specialists and clinical staff, our care teams work together to return you to good health.

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Jerome raising his hands with joy.

"I had four previous back fusions that didn't solve the fact that I was bent over. Due to the complexity of my case, they referred me to HSS. You couldn't ask for a better team. My outcome in my spiritual and physical life was a total turnaround. I still get teared up. Standing tall is absolutely marvelous."
— Jerome

Types of Orthopedic Surgery

Our world renowned, extensively trained surgeons perform more than 30,000 surgical procedures annually. HSS surgeons specialize in the following areas:

Jackie at dancing class.

"After my first surgery at another hospital, I never fully recovered. When I found HSS, I immediately felt comfortable. When I met my surgeon, he gave me options that weren't available to me at other hospitals. It didn't feel like a recovery. It felt like I got my life back."
— Jackie

Why Choose HSS for Orthopedic Surgery?

  • HSS is the No. 1 ranked hospital for orthopedics in the US year after year.
  • 92% of HSS patients reported improvement within 12 months after treatment.
  • 91% of patients would recommend HSS.
  • Each year, we perform nearly 60% more surgeries than the next leading hospital.
  • We have been a leader in orthopedic research for more than 160 years, developing the most innovative surgical advances.
  • We treat people of all activity levels: everyone from weekend warriors to elite professionals.

Unparalleled Care Closer to You

With multiple locations across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida, HSS is committed to caring for you closer to home, no matter what kind of care you need:

  • Inpatient Surgery
  • Outpatient Procedures and Visits
  • Rehabilitation
  • Telehealth

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