Not far from where I live is a hospital that is quite unique – the New York Doll Hospital. Owned by Irving Chaise, this is an establishment for doll restoration and repair. The hospital is a family business, founded by Chaise's grandparents in 1900, taken over by his parents, and then, in 1946, by Irving himself. It has had three homes over the years but the mission has remained unchanged: The New York Doll Hospital repairs and restores, buys and sells dolls. This is one hospital where they “don’t use anesthesia, never lost a patient, or bury their mistakes.” The owner also claims that “the risk of complications is low, unless that is, you're talking about a customer's feelings.” The Doll hospital is located at 787 Lexington Ave Ste 2 (Cross Street is 61st St) New York, NY 10065-8164. Phone: (212) 838-7527
