NEW YORK (TIP): Philanthropist and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Krishne Urs recently donated $500,000 to Richmond University Medical Center for its emergency department construction project.

Dr. Urs’ pledge, which will go toward the medical center’s $65 million project, was made during a ceremony in the hospital’s MLB conference room. Daniel Messina, president and CEO of the hospital, accepted the donation from Dr. Urs, and thanked him for his generosity.

Dr. Urs received his medical degree with distinction from the University of Mysore in India. He arrived in New York City in 1962 and studied to become an orthopedic surgeon. Dr. Urs began his practice at St. Vincent’s Medical Center –

– now Richmond University Medical Center — in 1970. From 1986 to 2001, he served as chief of orthopedic surgery at St. Vincent’s Medical Center.

Having more than 57 years of diverse experiences, especially in orthopedic surgery RY, Dr. Urs affiliates with many hospitals including Richmond University Medical Center, Staten Island University Hospital, and cooperates with other doctors and specialists in medical group Amboy Medical Practice.