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Ask the Expert: Dr. Mark Figgie, Orthopedic Surgeon, Answers Your Questions on the Benefits and Risks of Hip Replacement Surgery

Q1. What are some of the biggest mistakes patients make when starting physical therapy after total hip replacement? One of the biggest mistakes patients make

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Ask the Expert: Dr. Lisa Vasanth, Rheumatologist, Answers Your Questions on Managing Osteoarthritis

Q1. I have osteoarthritis and it causes pain in my hips. What can I do to manage the pain? Osteoarthritis is the most common form

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Top Tips: How to Have a Successful Recovery After Hip Replacement Surgery

While total hip replacement (THR) surgery is still a major operation, your quality of life after the operation will enhance, leaving you with significantly less

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Ask the Expert: Dr. Semih Gungor, Pain Medicine Specialist, Answers Questions on Interventional Therapy for Neck & Back Pain

Q1. When you have both hip and lower back pain, how do you know which is the primary source of pain? How should you treat

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Ask the Expert: Dr. Jordan Metzl, Sports Medicine Physician, Answers Questions About Marathon Training & Injury Prevention Part 2

The ING New York City Marathon is just 19 days away! Earlier this month, Dr. Jordan Metzl, Sports Medicine Physician, answered questions during a live

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    • From setting up appointments to providing post-operative care, our team at the HSS Queens Outpatient Center supports patients through every step of their journey. Thank you, all! #PXWeek #HospitalForSpecialSurgery
    • To inspire and encourage young women to pursue careers in orthopedic surgery and engineering, HSS and longtime partner @perryinitiative hosted a hands-on workshop this past weekend. HSS pediatric orthopedic surgeon Dr. Shevaun Mackie Doyle and manager of the Bioskills Education Lab Jennifer Hammann-Scala, CST, led the students through scoliosis corrections, ACL reconstructions and reducing displaced ankle fractures. #HospitalForSpecialSurgery
    • National Patient Experience Week recognizes and celebrates healthcare staff who enrich the overall patient experience. From providing empathetic communication and hospitality to acting as cultural advocates, our Service Excellence and Language Services Departments serve as a link between patients and physicians. With a genuine personal touch, they are committed to creating the most comfortable and compassionate atmosphere for patients, family members and visitors. #PXWeek #HospitalForSpecialSurgery

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    Located in New York City, HSS is ranked #1 in the nation for Orthopedics and #2 for Rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. Our mission is 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. To make an appointment call 888.720.1982 or visit www.hss.edu. Please do not share personal health information on this site.
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