Benjamin Verplanke, MD, FACP, FHM, A Trailblazer in Hospital Medicine Leading the Way at Tisch Hospital

A Leader in Patient-Centered Care and Quality Improvement

A committed hospitalist, Dr. Verplanke is the Section Chief of Hospital Medicine and Medical Director of Unit 17 East at Tisch Hospital in New York, and serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. In his current positions at NYU, he leads by example, embodying the institution’s commitment to excellence and patient-centered care.

“I have the honor of serving as the Section Chief of Hospital Medicine at the Tisch/Kimmel campus as well as the medical director of the 17 East floor in Tisch,” says Dr. Verplanke. “In these roles, I facilitate the world-class care that NYU delivers to its patients in a patient-centered approach that encompasses Safety, Quality, Patient Experience, and Efficiency.”

Before embarking on his professional journey, Dr. Verplanke received his medical degree from the SUNY – University at Buffalo in 2014, and completed his residency in internal medicine at the Mount Sinai Beth Israel Medical Center in 2017. 

A Fellow of both the American College of Physicians and the Society of Hospital Medicine, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to upholding the highest standards of medical care, recognizes his commitment to excellence and his ongoing efforts to provide superior healthcare services to his patients.

Moreover, Dr. Verplanke’s involvement in the Society of Hospital Medicine highlights his commitment to professional development and knowledge sharing. As the Vice-President of the NYC/Westchester Chapter, he plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the society and has been recognized for his contributions through speaking engagements at both local and national levels.

In addition to his clinical role, he is actively engaged in quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing the core aspects of patient care. Through his leadership and dedication, he is driving positive change within the hospital medicine department, ensuring that NYU Grossman School of Medicine remains at the forefront of healthcare delivery. His leadership and expertise continue to inspire colleagues and patients alike, setting a high standard for quality care and innovation in healthcare.

Learn More about Dr. Benjamin Verplanke:

Through his findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/150539-Benjamin-Verplanke-Internist or through NYU Langone, https://nyulangone.org/doctors/1437576378/benjamin-verplanke

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