We are independent, not-for-profit, and exclusively focused on Stamford and Lower Fairfield County. For decades we have responded to the unique needs of our community. It is our pleasure to continue to see our vision through and provide a broad range of high-quality health & wellness services together with our physicians. Stamford Health is one of Connecticut's highest-quality hospitals. Stamford Hospital holds a “5 Star” Overall Quality rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High Performing Hospital for 2020-2021 in the area of heart failure. Stamford Hospital is among roughly 10% of hospitals nationwide to have been granted Magnet Status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, recognizing superior patient care with the highest levels of safety, quality and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold Certified for excellence in person-centered care. Planetree, Inc. is a non-profit organization that certifies hospitals as patient-centered. Stamford Health & Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care. HSS surgeons and treatments earned national recognition with 11 consecutive #1 rankings for Orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report. Physical therapy & rehabilitation services in Stamford, Greenwich and New Canaan. Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center is a member of the Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Care Collaborative. Benefits include access to best practices, clinical trials, quality oversight and second opinions from world renowned cancer experts. Stamford Health is the largest teaching affiliate for Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.