NEW YORK, February 5, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced the appointment of renowned surgeon, scientist, educator and leader Mark Bowen, MD,as Medical Advisor, Strategy & Business Development, effective March 1.
In this newly created role, Dr. Bowen will serve as a strategic partner to HSS President & CEO, Bryan T. Kelly, MD, MBA, Chief Strategy, Growth and Transformation Officer Justin Oppenheimer, and the HSS Sports Medicine Institute. He will focus on developing novel programs and clinical platforms and identifying and advancing strategic opportunities that enhance patient care, expand partnerships, and strengthen the institution’s position as the global leader in musculoskeletal health.
Dr. Bowen graduated with multiple honors from Cornell University Medical College and completed his orthopedic surgery residency and a Sports Medicine fellowship at HSS. He rejoins HSS from Endeavor Health in Chicago where he has been Chief of Sports Medicine since 2012. Dr. Bowen served as Head Team Physician for the Chicago Bears for more than 30 years (1992-2024) as well as the Chicago Blackhawks (1997-2005) and Chicago Cubs (1991-1992). During his professional career, he held faculty and leadership positions at Northwestern University Medical School and University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Bowen also founded The Northwestern Orthopedic Institute and River North Same Day Surgery Surgicenter.
A highly regarded Sports Medicine surgeon with extensive expertise in the treatment of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), rotator cuff and meniscus injuries, Dr. Bowen has contributed more than 60 orthopedic publications and given numerous presentations at scientific meetings globally.
“I am delighted to welcome Dr. Bowen back to HSS where he will help capitalize on the world’s greatest concentration of expertise to lead the changing future of musculoskeletal health,” said Dr. Kelly. “With 161 years of specialization and strong sense of purpose, we have a special responsibility and opportunity to transform possibilities for mobility, performance and longevity.”
“It is an incredible honor and privilege to join the HSS team at a moment of historic opportunity,” Dr. Bowen said. “The stage is set for transformation.”
About HSS
HSS is the world’s leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health. At its core is Hospital for Special Surgery, nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 15th consecutive year), No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025), and the best pediatric orthopedic hospital in NY, NJ and CT by U.S. News & World Report “Best Children’s Hospitals” list (2024-2025). In a survey of medical professionals in more than 20 countries by Newsweek, HSS is ranked world #1 in orthopedics for a fifth consecutive year (2025). Founded in 1863, the Hospital has the lowest readmission rates in the nation for orthopedics, and among the lowest infection and complication rates. HSS was the first in New York State to receive Magnet Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Service from the American Nurses Credentialing Center five consecutive times. An affiliate of Weill Cornell Medical College, HSS has a main campus in New York City and facilities in New Jersey, Connecticut and in the Long Island and Westchester County regions of New York State, as well as in Florida. In addition to patient care, HSS leads the field in research, innovation and education. The HSS Research Institute comprises 20 laboratories and 300 staff members focused on leading the advancement of musculoskeletal health through prevention of degeneration, tissue repair and tissue regeneration. In addition, more than 200 HSS clinical investigators are working to improve patient outcomes through better ways to prevent, diagnose, and treat orthopedic, rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. The HSS Innovation Institute works to realize the potential of new drugs, therapeutics and devices. The HSS Education Institute is a trusted leader in advancing musculoskeletal knowledge and research for physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, academic trainees, and consumers in more than 165 countries. The institution is collaborating with medical centers and other organizations to advance the quality and value of musculoskeletal care and to make world-class HSS care more widely accessible nationally and internationally. www.hss.edu.
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