What is LLIF/XLIF surgery? Lateral lumbar interbody fusion (LLIF) is a minimally invasive surgery that helps treat low back pain by removing a damaged spinal disc and fusing the pain-generating spinal ...

Members are selected through a robust application and inspection process which evaluates their credentials, provision of care, facilities and scope of service. Patients can easily and confidently ...

While participating in sports and exercise is a great way to stay in shape, active athletes, whether they’re casual players, weekend warriors or pros, are at an increased risk of injury. Sports ...

Dr. Scott Rodeo is Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Weill Medical College of Cornell University and is an Attending Surgeon at the New York-Presbyterian Hospital and Hospital for Special Surgery, ...

The goals and objectives of the Musculoskeletal Radiology and Imaging Fellowship program are to train the next generation of leaders in musculoskeletal imaging with an emphasis on clinical, teaching, ...

The goal is to offer the fellow clinical experience in the recognition and management of athletic injuries. The fellow gains broad exposure to sports medicine, from injury prevention strategies to ...

The Adult Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship offers comprehensive training in joint replacement surgery, derived from more than 12,000 yearly primary and revision hip and knee replacements. Extensive ...

Wondering about the best exercises for lower back pain? Here’s what to try and what to avoid. Advice to improve your movement, fitness, and overall health from the world's #1 in orthopedics. If you ...

Please note: These guidelines are specific to surgical approaches and should be approved by your surgeon prior to use for your optimal safety.

There is an unmet need for treatments that are safe, effective, and long-lasting in managing lupus disease activity. The goal of the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Lupus Interventional Clinical ...

We’ve created a commemorative video for a fond look back at the 2023 Annual Alumni Association Meeting that captures the true essence of what it means to be an HSS alumnus. Thank you for being part of ...

During knee replacement surgery, the surgeon replaces parts of a worn out or degenerated knee joint with an artificial joint – also called an implant or a prosthesis. Outcomes for this operation are ...