New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE) is one of the world's leading facilities for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat, and related structures of the head and neck. Founded in 1820, NYEE is the first and most historic specialty hospital in the nation, as well as one of the busiest.
With a rich heritage and a mission of providing highest quality patient care, graduate and continuing medical education, scientific research, and community outreach, NYEE has built upon its strengths to maintain a leadership position in the fields of Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology/ Head & Neck Surgery, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Commitment to excellence has earned NYEE a ranking as one of US News and World Report's "Best Hospitals in America" for Ophthalmology and a number of its medical staff are included in nationwide "Top Doctor" directories. The hospital has been awarded Magnet status twice for excellence in nursing care.