Inspiring stories of heroic care

As Northwell Health’s flagship hospital in Manhattan, Lenox Hill Hospital has always gone above and beyond to invest in our community—developing innovative programs and delivering specialized care to keep New Yorkers healthy. And thanks to our affiliation with Northwell Health, the largest health system in New York state, you can bet we'll be doing so for a long time.

Our walls have seen some extraordinary things, from countless lives saved to the joyful welcoming of new ones. Check out some of our proudest moments below:

Surgical team takes a moment to be mindful.

Mindful moments

Brain surgery in 3D

Finding hope in the fight against glioblastoma

Real patients, real experiences

Young woman with long dark hair and a rust-colored jacket over a gray sweater on a NYC street.

Back in the act after brain surgery

A horse-riding accident as a child left Marie with a slow-growing tumor in her brain. After successful surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital, she’s back to pursuing her career as an actress and filmmaker.

Tyler Blase sitting on the couch, looking at his dog

Smiling with pride

A jaw condition called TMJ greatly affected Tyler’s quality of life. But thanks to thorough emergency care at Lenox Health Greenwich Village and subsequent corrective surgery, he can confidently smile again.

Man with glasses in blue shirt stands in front of a mirror, beside a sign that says “Life is good.”

Awake brain surgery gave Tim a new chance at life

Tim Hartig lives in Michigan, but came to Lenox Hill Hospital for a leading-edge procedure to remove a tumor. Now he’s cancer-free and back to living an active life.

Stories that inspire

Behind the scenes

chronic diseases/conditions

X-Rays & CT Scans & MRIs Oh My!

An in-depth look at diagnostic imaging—and what to expect when you head in for testing.

joint health/orthopedics

Close up of a young woman suffering from a toothache

The Link Between Lockjaw, Clicking, And Difficulty Chewing

Could TMJ syndrome be the culprit?

pregnancy

What Happens During Labor Contractions?

Labor is a real pain—understand what’s happening to your body.

brain/nerve health

Rear view of Caucasian female surgeon putting her surgical mask in operating room at hospital. Shot in real medical hospital with doctors nurses and surgeons in authentic setting

Pop, Rock, Or Country? When Music Makes It Into The OR

A neurosurgeon’s take on turning up some tunes in the operating room.

Our day-to-day

Dr. David J. Langer and Dr. John Andrew Boockvar stand side-by-side, smiling at the camera.

Saving lives with neurosurgery

Led by Dr. David J. Langer—a world-renowned surgeon and leader in the neurosurgical field—our surgeons use their unique expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques to treat rare and complex conditions of the brain and spine.

Dr. Mirtha Macri smiles at the camera against a city skyline backdrop.

Ushering in a new era of emergency care

Emergencies don’t wait for business hours. So, unlike a typical urgent care center, we’re open 24/7 to the entire community—making emergency care uniquely efficient and accessible whenever you need it most.

Dr. Amanda Little smiles at the camera with one hand on her hip.

Welcoming new lives with obstetrics

Our Florence Selwyn Klopfer Family-Centered Maternity Care Unit sees approximately 4,500 deliveries a year. With a full range of routine maternity services and specialized care for moms who need a little extra help, we’re here every step of the way.

Inspiring stories of heroic care

Stories that inspire

Employees