Neuroscience
For the 24th consecutive year, Penn Neurosurgery has been ranked as best in the Philadelphia region, according to the U.S. News & World Report rankings released earlier this month. The specialty was also ranked 9th in the nation.
In addition, the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian (HUP/PPMC) are ranked among the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. The publication's prestigious annual ranking of hospitals placed HUP/PPMC 7th in its "Honor Roll", in recognition for excellence in multiple specialties. HUP/PPMC also ranks #1 in the region, while Pennsylvania Hospital (PAH) is ranked 6th in the region.
One of the first neurosurgery programs in the country, Penn Neurosurgery is known for providing comprehensive surgical management of disorders of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system. Penn Medicine is committed to translating cutting edge research into improved patient care.
Neurosurgeons at Penn Medicine perform thousands of procedures annually, many of them reflecting a rising trend towards complex procedures - requiring both surgical expertise and technical innovation. Patients benefit from that experience, skill and multidisciplinary approach, to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Read more about the U.S. News & World Report 2014-15 Best Hospital Rankings
- Question And Answer With Dr. Ozturk
Ali K. Ozturk, MD, is Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery and sees patients at Pennsylvania Hospital and Penn Medicine Woodbury Heights. He specializes in the treatment of complex spinal conditions including tumors, degenerative spine...
- Isaac Chen, Md, Joins Penn Neurosurgery
H. Isaac Chen, MD, has joined Penn Neurosurgery as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Chen received his undergraduate degree in biochemical sciences from Harvard University; subsequently, he received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He...
- Five Surgeons From Penn Neurosurgery Earn 'top Doc' Honors
Each year, Philadelphia magazine recognizes the area’s outstanding doctors in their Top Doctors issue. The list is viewed as a “gold standard for those seeking the finest medical care in the Philadelphia area.” We are pleased to announce that five...
- Five Surgeons From Penn Neurosurgery Earn 'top Doc' Honors
Each year, Philadelphia magazine recognizes the area’s outstanding doctors in their Top Doctors issue. The list is viewed as a “gold standard for those seeking the finest medical care in the Philadelphia area.” We are pleased to announce that five...
- Hup Becomes First Hospital In Philadelphia To Earn Joint Commission And Aha/asa Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center Status
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) has been recognized by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) as meeting The Joint Commission’s standards for Disease-Specific Care Comprehensive...
Neuroscience
U.S. News & World Report Names Penn Neurosurgery Best in Region
For the 24th consecutive year, Penn Neurosurgery has been ranked as best in the Philadelphia region, according to the U.S. News & World Report rankings released earlier this month. The specialty was also ranked 9th in the nation.
One of the first neurosurgery programs in the country, Penn Neurosurgery is known for providing comprehensive surgical management of disorders of the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system. Penn Medicine is committed to translating cutting edge research into improved patient care.
Neurosurgeons at Penn Medicine perform thousands of procedures annually, many of them reflecting a rising trend towards complex procedures - requiring both surgical expertise and technical innovation. Patients benefit from that experience, skill and multidisciplinary approach, to achieve the best possible outcomes.
How the Rankings are Determined
To create the 2014-15 rankings, U.S. News & World Report looked at data from nearly 5,000 hospitals and surveyed more than 9,500 physicians. Death rates, patient safety and hospital reputation are a few of the many factors considered. 144 hospitals were nationally ranked in a specialty. The Honor Roll features 17 of the Best Hospitals that scored near the top in at least six specialties.Read more about the U.S. News & World Report 2014-15 Best Hospital Rankings
- Question And Answer With Dr. Ozturk
Ali K. Ozturk, MD, is Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurosurgery and sees patients at Pennsylvania Hospital and Penn Medicine Woodbury Heights. He specializes in the treatment of complex spinal conditions including tumors, degenerative spine...
- Isaac Chen, Md, Joins Penn Neurosurgery
H. Isaac Chen, MD, has joined Penn Neurosurgery as an Assistant Professor. Dr. Chen received his undergraduate degree in biochemical sciences from Harvard University; subsequently, he received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania. He...
- Five Surgeons From Penn Neurosurgery Earn 'top Doc' Honors
Each year, Philadelphia magazine recognizes the area’s outstanding doctors in their Top Doctors issue. The list is viewed as a “gold standard for those seeking the finest medical care in the Philadelphia area.” We are pleased to announce that five...
- Five Surgeons From Penn Neurosurgery Earn 'top Doc' Honors
Each year, Philadelphia magazine recognizes the area’s outstanding doctors in their Top Doctors issue. The list is viewed as a “gold standard for those seeking the finest medical care in the Philadelphia area.” We are pleased to announce that five...
- Hup Becomes First Hospital In Philadelphia To Earn Joint Commission And Aha/asa Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center Status
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) has been recognized by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) as meeting The Joint Commission’s standards for Disease-Specific Care Comprehensive...