GE Chooses Hospital for Special Surgery as Center of Excellence for Joint Replacement

New York—September 30, 2013

Hospital for special Surgery (HSS) has been selected by GE as one of their centers of excellence for total hip and total knee replacement for their U.S. employees and dependents.

"We are excited to partner with HSS on our new Center of Excellence," said Ginny Proestakes, director of health benefits for GE. "They have a reputation for strong outcomes and patient satisfaction, and we are looking forward to introducing this as an option for GE employees and their dependents who are considering this type of surgery."

GE and HSS have partnered with Optum on a program that focuses on delivering quality and value to GE and its employees.

"We are proud to be partnering with GE in providing them with the highest quality orthopedic care," said Louis A. Shapiro, president and CEO of Hospital for Special Surgery. "Our expertise in diagnosis, prevention, and treatment will be valuable in getting employees and their families back to an active life, skillfully and safely."