Lenox Hill Hospital
Lenox Hill Hospital | |
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Address | 100 East 77th Street |
City | New York |
State | NY |
ZIP | 10021 |
Coordinates | |
County | New York |
Phone | [tel:(212)439-2345 (212)439-2345] |
Type | Acute Care Hospital |
ID | 330119 |
Ownership | Voluntary non-profit - Private |
Emergency | Yes |
Rating |
Lenox Hill Hospital is an acute care hospital located in New York, NY. It is a voluntary, not for profit hospital offering emergency room services. With a 4 star rating, this facility is located in New York county, NY.
History[edit | edit source]
Lenox Hill Hospital was founded in 1857 as the German Dispensary, a facility offering healthcare services to New York City's growing German-speaking population. In 1887, it moved to its current location on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, and in 1918, the hospital's name was changed to Lenox Hill Hospital in response to anti-German sentiment during World War I. Over the years, the hospital has expanded its services and facilities, reflecting the changing healthcare needs of the community.
Services[edit | edit source]
Lenox Hill Hospital provides a wide range of medical and surgical services, including:
- Emergency care
- Cardiology and cardiac surgery
- Orthopedics
- Neurosurgery
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Pediatrics
- Oncology
- Rehabilitation
- Robotic surgery
The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and facilities, enabling it to deliver high-quality care to its patients.
Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]
Lenox Hill Hospital has received numerous awards and recognition for its commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and quality care. Some of these include:
- 4-star rating for overall hospital quality
- Recognition by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for high-quality stroke care
- Accreditation by the Joint Commission, a national healthcare accreditation organization
- Magnet designation for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Education and research[edit | edit source]
Lenox Hill Hospital is committed to medical education and research. The hospital offers medical residency and fellowship programs in various medical specialties, providing training and education to the next generation of healthcare providers. Additionally, the hospital's research department conducts clinical trials and other research activities aimed at improving patient care and outcomes.
Community involvement[edit | edit source]
As a not-for-profit hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital is dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of its community. The hospital offers various community outreach programs, health screenings, and educational events to promote health and wellness in the surrounding area.
External links[edit | edit source]
Hospitals in New York[edit source]
_pageTitle | City | State | Type | Ownership | Emergency | Rating |
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Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake | Saranac Lake | NY | Acute Care Hospital | Voluntary non-profit - Other | Yes | |
Adirondack Medical Center - Saranac Lake | Saranac Lake | NY | Acute Care Hospital | Voluntary non-profit - Other | Yes | |
Albany Medical Center Hospital | Albany | NY | Acute Care Hospital | Voluntary non-profit - Private | Yes | |
Albany Medical Center Hospital | Albany | NY | Acute Care Hospital | Voluntary non-profit - Private | Yes | |
Alice Hyde Medical Center | Malone | NY | Acute Care Hospital | Voluntary non-profit - Other | Yes |
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Also see[edit source]
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- World directory of hospitals - use the drill down feature to search for hospitals in any country of the world.
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