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The has been named one of the 2024 Leapfrog Top Teaching Hospitals, a prestigious achievement given to only four hospitals in New York State. This achievement solidifies the great learning opportunities the Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program provides its students and faculty.

Additional recognitions for the Lenox Hill Hospital include being named one of the Top 1% of Hospitals Nationally in 2022, and in the top 5 Best Hospitals in New York state for the third year running by Healthgrades. The Lenox Hill Hospital was also awarded A Status for their , the gold standard measure for patient safety.

“Lenox Hill Hospital takes great pride in its numerous academic affiliations with primary teaching institutions, especially Pace University,” said Dr. Brandon Godbout, medical director and clinical associate professor for the program. “To be recognized by Leapfrog as a Top Teaching Hospital is a tremendous honor as Leapfrog is a highly recognized and respected quality assessment organization, and it recognizes both Lenox Hill Hospital’s and Pace University’s shared commitment in developing the future ambassadors of our healthcare system.”

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The academic affiliation of the Lenox Hill Hospital and Pace University dates back to 1995, one of the longest standing relationships of its kind in the New York City region. Since this partnership began, the Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant program has dedicated itself to providing hands-on learning experiences, mentorship, and the resources needed for students to thrive.

“I believe our student-centered approach to PA education is one of the primary reasons for our success,” shared Dr. Jean Covino, program chair for the New York City-based program. “We provide an unrivaled network of support provided by faculty and staff who are committed to [student’s] academic and professional growth and success.”

Students who graduate from the program go on to be recognized as competent, professional healthcare providers in the field. Pace dedicates itself to providing a program that gives students opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. One offering for students is the Advance Clinical Provider Fellowships, sponsored by Northwell Health. These Fellowships are one way to help PAs transition to clinical practice and just one example of the diverse educational opportunities the program provides.

“The [program’s] difference comes from the progressive curriculum, utilizing evidence-based teaching practices, blending experiential learning with traditional learning, being student-centric, emphasizing health equity, and being exposed to one of the most diverse and complex patient populations in the world (in New York City),” explained Dr. Godbout. “The program consistently develops top-notch leaders across all fields of medicine.”

The recognition by the Leapfrog Group is a great honor that adds to the many reasons why the Pace University-Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant program continues to be a competitive, successful program in the New York City region.