SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital is a 752-bed, non-profit, academic medical center located in Syracuse, New York. As the flagship hospital of the Upstate Health System, it serves as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and is affiliated with the Norton College of Medicine. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, from primary care to advanced specialty care, and is a major teaching and research institution. Upstate is dedicated to caring for patients from all backgrounds, with a strong commitment to medical education, biomedical research, and community health. The hospital is also home to the Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital and the Upstate Cancer Center, providing specialized care for children and oncology patients

SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital specializes in:

• Primary Care / Internal Medicine

• Cardiology

• Dermatology

• Endocrinology (Pediatric and Adult)

• Gastroenterology

• Hematology/Oncology

• Hospital Medicine

• Infectious Disease

• Nephrology

• Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine

• Rheumatology

• Trauma (Level 1 Trauma Center)

• Pediatrics (Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital)

• Cancer care (Upstate Cancer Center

SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. The hospital consistently achieves recognition for clinical excellence, patient safety, and innovation from leading national organizations. Upstate is the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and a Magnet-recognized hospital, reflecting its dedication to outstanding nursing and multidisciplinary care. The hospital’s focus on research, education, and community health ensures that patients receive advanced, evidence-based treatments. Continuous quality improvement efforts and adherence to best practices make Upstate a trusted healthcare provider in Central New York

 MISSION

The mission of SUNY Upstate Medical University is to improve the health of the communities we serve through education, biomedical research and patient care.

 VISION

United in expertise, compassion and hope to create a healthier world for all.

• SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital is recognized for:

  • American Heart Association awards for stroke, heart failure, and resuscitation care

  • Stroke Gold Plus Award, Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Award, Resuscitation Bronze Award

  • Magnet recognition for nursing excellence (American Nurses Association)

  • High Performing in heart failure and COPD (U.S. News & World Report)

  • National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) recognition for meritorious surgical outcomes

  • DNV accreditation as a Center of Excellence for Hip and Knee, Blue Distinction Center for spine, National Center of Excellence for pancreatic surgery

  • Outstanding Achievement Award for cancer programs (four consecutive survey cycles)