Joel and Anne Ehrenkranz Chair in Physiatry Joel M. Press, MD Dr. Joel Press is Physiatrist-in-Chief at HSS and Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College. With support provided by the Joel and Anne Ehrenkranz Chair in Physiatry, Dr. Press investigates optimal non-operative strategies for the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal problems, in addition to evaluating newer therapies, such as cooled radiofrequency ablation and regenerative medicine treatments. His research projects are conducted in collaboration with investigators from the departments of rehabilitation, radiology, orthopedics, the HSS Sports Medicine Institute, and the HSS Center for Regenerative Medicine.
Marina Kellen French Chair in Complex Joint Reconstruction Established in 2019, the Marina Kellen French Chair in Complex Joint Reconstruction will advance orthopedic education and research, specifically in the areas of complex joint replacement and revision surgery. Funding from the Chair will be used to generate and share breakthroughs in the treatment of these conditions with residents, fellows, and visiting surgeons who come to HSS for training, as well as with the international orthopedic community.
Allan E. Inglis MD Chair in Surgical Arthritis Mark P. Figgie, MD The Allan E. Inglis MD Chair in Surgical Arthritis supports research activities under the direction of the HSS Chief Emeritus of the Surgical Arthritis Service, Dr. Mark Figgie. His research involves the study of joint replacement for inflammatory arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile inflammatory arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Much of the research performed is a combined effort with members of the Division of Rheumatology. The Inglis Chair, supported by deferred and outright gifts, honors renowned orthopedic surgeon Dr. Allan E. Inglis Sr., whose many years of remarkable service at HSS enriched the lives of thousands of patients, students, and colleagues.
John N. Insall Chair in Knee Surgery Steven Haas, MD Dr. Steven Haas, Chief of the Knee Service at HSS, is an internationally renowned surgeon and innovator in the design of knee implants. He has developed groundbreaking surgical techniques and instrumentation for performing minimally invasive knee replacements and has conducted extensive research in the field. Dr. Haas’ recent research interests have included improving knee replacement outcomes in younger, active patients; improving longevity in knee replacement by minimizing polyethylene wear; and reducing postoperative complications. He developed the first software solution to eliminate implantrelated error in the operating room. Dr. Haas holds seven US patents for orthopedic devices and software he co-developed with HSS and others.
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