, /PRNewswire/ -- Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the world's leading academic medical center focused on musculoskeletal health, today announced the appointment of , as chief of the Foot and Ankle Service. Dr. Demetracopoulos will succeed , who has led the Foot and Ankle Service since 2013.
Dr. Roberts will continue his practice at HSS. The appointment will go into effect .
"We are immensely grateful and thank Dr. Roberts for his many years of leadership as a clinician, scientist and educator," said , surgeon-in-chief and medical director at HSS. "Dr.
Demetracopoulos's impressive expertise will continue to drive clinical research, innovation, and education forward to provide the highest quality care possible to patients." Dr. Demetracopoulos is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery.
Internationally recognized in the field of total ankle replacement, he also directs the multidisciplinary Total Ankle Replacement Center at HSS, which brings together a specialized team of doctors, nurses, and physical therapists focused on advancing the treatment of ankle arthritis, with the goal of improving outcomes for patients. "I am honored to lead and collaborate with colleagues who are top specialists in orthopedics and to continue the record of excellence of the Foot and Ankle Service," said Dr. Demetracopoulos.
"Our multidisciplinary model of evidence-based care will keep HSS at the forefront and offer patients access to advanced diagnostic tools and treatment .