HSS Raises $5M at Annual Tribute Dinner Honoring Key Figures
Event summary
- HSS honored Robert N. Hotchkiss, MD, with a Lifetime Achievement Award and Marina Kellen French with the Tribute Dinner Award at its 41st Annual Tribute Dinner on June 1, 2026.
- The event raised over $5 million for patient care, research, and medical education.
- Marina Kellen French has been a key philanthropist, contributing significantly to HSS's Upper East Side campus expansion and research programs.
- Dr. Hotchkiss is recognized for his pioneering work in hand and upper extremity surgery and his contributions to orthopedic innovation.
The big picture
HSS's annual Tribute Dinner underscores the institution's reliance on philanthropic support and distinguished leadership to maintain its position as a global leader in musculoskeletal health. The event highlights the strategic importance of both clinical innovation and financial backing in advancing medical research and patient care. With over $5 million raised, the dinner demonstrates the ongoing commitment of key figures to HSS's mission, which is critical in an increasingly competitive healthcare landscape.
What we're watching
- Philanthropic Impact
- The pace at which Marina Kellen French's contributions will continue to shape HSS's research and infrastructure.
- Innovation Leadership
- How Dr. Hotchkiss's legacy will influence future advancements in orthopedic surgery and technology.
- Fundraising Strategy
- Whether HSS can sustain high levels of fundraising to support its expanding research and educational initiatives.