Our Mission and History

Our Mission

The mission of Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute is to deliver outstanding healthcare with compassion and respect, to promote wellness in our communities, and to advance the field of medicine through education and research.

Our Vision

Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute seek excellence in all endeavors, aspiring to provide premier services to a diverse patient population and to nurture an environment in which health care professionals and staff can learn and thrive.

Our Values

The values that guide Lenox Hill Hospital and Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Institute in pursuit of our mission are:

• To provide exceptional care to patients and their families
• To acknowledge the dignity and individuality of every patient and staff member
• To respect patient privacy and confidentiality
• To communicate openly and effectively with patients and staff
• To maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct
• To foster teamwork and accountability at all levels
• To promote ongoing evaluation and performance improvement
• To build upon efficient and prudent management practices to ensure financial well-being and responsibility

Our History

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