NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, located in New York City, is one of the nation's largest and most comprehensive academic medical centers. Founded in 1771 as the first hospital in New York City, the institution was formed through the 1998 merger of two historic hospitals: The New York Hospital, founded in 1771 by King George III, and The Presbyterian Hospital, founded in 1868. Today, NewYork-Presbyterian is uniquely affiliated with two of the world's most prestigious medical schools: Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, giving it unparalleled depth and breadth of clinical and research expertise. The hospital system encompasses more than 4,000 beds across multiple campuses, including the Columbia University Irving Medical Center and the Weill Cornell Medical Center on Manhattan's Upper East Side. More than 6,500 affiliated physicians practice across the system, representing 80 medical specialties and subspecialties. NewYork-Presbyterian is ranked in 14 adult specialties by U.S. News & World Report, more than almost any other hospital in the country, and consistently appears among the top hospitals in the nation. The Ronald O. Perelman Heart Institute at NewYork-Presbyterian is one of the foremost cardiovascular programs in the world, offering the full spectrum of cardiac care from prevention and diagnosis through complex surgical intervention and rehabilitation. The heart program performs thousands of cardiac surgeries, catheterizations, and electrophysiology procedures annually, including heart transplants, ventricular assist device implantations, and cutting-edge structural heart interventions. The cancer programs benefit from the combined expertise of both Columbia and Cornell oncology faculty, providing access to hundreds of clinical trials and the latest immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and precision medicine approaches. Neurology and neurosurgery at NewYork-Presbyterian are nationally ranked, with specialized centers for epilepsy, brain tumors, cerebrovascular disease, movement disorders, and neurodegeneration. The orthopedic surgery department is among the busiest and highest-ranked in the nation, performing joint replacements, sports medicine procedures, spine surgeries, and complex reconstructive operations. The transplant program performs kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and composite tissue transplants with outcomes that rank among the best nationally. The hospital handles approximately 310,000 emergency room visits annually and delivers between 15,000 and 22,000 babies per year, making it one of the busiest maternity programs in the country. NewYork-Presbyterian's fertility and reproductive medicine programs, powered by both Weill Cornell and Columbia specialists, offer advanced assisted reproduction technologies including IVF, genetic testing, and fertility preservation. The gastroenterology department provides comprehensive digestive disease management, advanced endoscopic procedures, inflammatory bowel disease treatment, and hepatobiliary services. The diagnostic capabilities include the most advanced imaging technologies, molecular diagnostics, and genomic sequencing platforms available, enabling precise diagnosis and personalized treatment planning. For international patients, NewYork-Presbyterian's Global Services department provides comprehensive concierge-level support for patients traveling from more than 120 countries. Services include physician referral and appointment scheduling, medical record review, interpreter and translation services, visa facilitation, travel and accommodation coordination, and dedicated patient navigators who ensure a seamless healthcare experience. The hospital's location in New York City offers additional advantages for international travelers, including major international airport access, diverse cultural amenities, and extensive accommodation options. NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital's unique dual affiliation with two elite medical schools, its extraordinary breadth of specialties, advanced technology, and comprehensive international patient services make it an exceptional destination for medical tourism and a trusted name in global healthcare.