IRCCS Galeazzi Hospital Sant'Ambrogio

IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi Sant’Ambrogio is a highly specialized research and teaching hospital in Milan, combining advanced clinical care with scientific research and university education. The hospital is part of Gruppo San Donato and operates within the Italian National Health Service framework. Its IRCCS status reflects its role in specialized care and biomedical research, particularly in musculoskeletal diseases. It is a healthcare powerhouse, formed by the merger of two renowned institutions: Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi and Istituto Clinico Sant'Ambrogio. The hospital provides multidisciplinary care across orthopedics and traumatology, cardiology and cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, general and vascular surgery, maxillofacial and plastic surgery, urology, rheumatology, rehabilitation, and other medical specialties. Its clinical services cover both inpatient and outpatient care, with specialized diagnostic and therapeutic pathways for complex cases. Orthopedic and traumatological care remains an important part of the hospital's clinical profile, with treatment available for conditions affecting the major joints and musculoskeletal system. The hospital also provides specialized neurosurgical care and cardiovascular services, supported by dedicated cardiology and cardiac surgery units. A 24-hour emergency department and intensive care services allow the hospital to manage patients requiring urgent and complex medical or surgical treatment. Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, a pioneer in orthopedic surgery, performs 75% of all revision orthopedic surgeries in Italy. This expertise extends to sports medicine, where Galeazzi has made significant contributions. It also houses a cutting-edge center dedicated to regenerative medicine for cartilage and tendon issues. Gaining international recognition, Galeazzi became a prestigious member of the ISOC (International Society of Orthopedic Centers) in 2007. Research and education are integrated into clinical practice. The hospital works in collaboration with the University of Milan, creating an environment where specialist medical care, clinical research, and professional training are closely integrated. This approach also extends to dentistry, where the Smart Dental Clinic combines patient care with university teaching and scientific research.