Gracie Square Hospital

Gracie Square Hospital, located at 420 East 76th Street on Manhattan's Upper East Side, has been a cornerstone of psychiatric care in New York City since its establishment in 1958-1959. With a capacity of 140 beds, the hospital offers comprehensive inpatient services tailored to meet diverse patient needs.

Patient Care Programs

The hospital provides specialized programs designed to address various psychiatric conditions and demographics.

• Young Adult & College Student Program: Focused on individuals aged 18-29 experiencing emerging psychiatric disorders with early intervention for affective and psychotic disorders.
• Older Adult Program (Geriatric Service): Caters to patients aged 65 and older, managing psychiatric disorders alongside co-existing medical conditions.
• Psychotic Disorders Program: Treats acute symptoms of schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorders, and bipolar disorder with psychotic features.
• Ketamine Therapy Program: Provides treatment for depression, especially for patients unresponsive to other medications, including those with suicidal ideation.
• Dual Focus Program: Addresses both psychiatric and substance abuse challenges through customized treatment plans.
• Crisis Stabilization Program: Offers immediate care for mood and anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, and other psychiatric conditions.
• Asian Psychiatry Program: Provides culturally appropriate services to Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and other Asian community members, supported by a diverse clinical team fluent in multiple Asian languages.
• Affective (Mood) Disorders Program: Focuses on treating mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder using evidence-based therapies.

Healthcare Team

Gracie Square Hospital has a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering personalized care, ensuring each patient receives holistic and effective treatment.

• Psychiatrists and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners: Lead the team to coordinate and implement treatment plans.
• Psychologists: Offer individual and group therapy using CBT, ACT, DBT, and short-term psychodynamic therapy.
• Social Workers: Conduct psychosocial assessments to inform treatment plans and facilitate discharge to community resources.
• Certified Occupational Therapists: Help patients re-engage in meaningful activities through skill development and therapy goals.
• Physical Therapists: Provide rehabilitation assessments for patients requiring assistive devices or recovering from injuries.

Accreditations and Recognitions

Gracie Square Hospital has achieved several distinguished recognitions including:

• Magnet Recognition: Awarded in December 2022 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, signifying excellence in nursing services.
• Planetree Gold Certification: For Patient-Centered Care, emphasizing commitment to patient-focused services.
• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader: Designated by the 2024 Healthcare Equality Index of the Human Rights Campaign, highlighting its inclusive care environment.

Facilities and Amenities

The hospital offers numerous amenities that enhance the patient experience and promote healing.

• Rooftop Garden: A 3,000-square-foot space featuring green areas and yoga classes for relaxation and well-being.
• Art Gallery and Programs: Museum-quality art gallery with live musical performances and patient libraries on each unit.
• Visitor Amenities: Secure day lockers and a refreshment station for visitors.

Location

Gracie Square Hospital operates multiple locations in New York:

• Roosevelt Island, NY, USA
• NYC, NY, USA
• New York, NY, USA

Contact Information

To speak with the Admitting Office, call 212-434-5300 or 212-434-5707. The team is available 24/7 and accepts most insurance plans.

Gracie Square Hospital remains dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive psychiatric care, continually evolving to meet the diverse needs of its community.