Press Releases
By RWJBARNABAS HEALTH
September 6, 2025
New Brunswick, NJ--When hospitalized patients struggle to breathe, doctors typically reach for their stethoscopes, but results from a Rutgers and RWJBarnabas Health clinical study in JAMA Network Open suggest they should diagnose the problem with portable ultrasounds instead.The study found initial ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, has appointed Anthony Altobelli III, MD, as chief medical officer. In this role, Dr. Altobelli will oversee a number of departments and clinical staff at the 343-bed hospital, including ...
After the less structured summer months, going back to school can be a stressful time for any student. When transitions like these are compounded by stressors like academic expectations, social media ideals and the pressure to fit in, young people may be at greater risk for developing an eating ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County YMCA (the Y) honored Chairman of the Board Michael P. Ritacco with its highest recognition, the Red Triangle Award, celebrating his commitment to advancing the organization’s mission of nurturing youth, fostering healthy living, and building stronger ...
On September 2, Georgian Court University will welcome students to campus for the 2025-26 academic year.The “Class of 2029” includes 164 first-time students from 12 U.S. states: California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and ...
“Opioid overdoses are one of the leading preventable causes of death in the nation,” says Alexis LaPietra, DO, FACEP, Medical Director of the RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) and Director of Addiction Medicine for Emergency Services at RWJBarnabas Health. “With ...
MILLBURN, NJ—August 27, 2025—Opportunity Project is thrilled to announce a significant donation from Tevogen Founder and CEO Dr. Ryan Saadi, which will support the organization’s work on behalf of individuals with brain injury. Dr. Saadi is donating 10,000 of his personal shares of common stock to ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J.— Researchers from Rutgers Health and other institutions were awarded a grant for $2.8 million over the course of three years from the National Institutes of Health to improve implantable devices for epileptic patients. The grant will fund a program to develop the next generation ...
8/26/2025 - Ocean County Board of Commissioners Caution Residents Against New State DEP RegulationsTHE OCEAN COUNTY Board of Commissioners recently launched an information website for Ocean County residents regarding the proposed state Department of Environmental Protection's Resilient Environments ...
West Orange, New Jersey – Amy Cotton, DNP, APRN, CPHQ, FAAN, Senior Vice President of Quality and Safety at RWJBarnabas Health, was honored as one of just 132 patient safety experts to know nationwide by Becker’s Hospital Review. The list recognizes patient safety leaders who are unwavering ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ (August 26, 2025) – As summer draws to a close, the Ocean County YMCA (the Y) is celebrating a season of lifesaving success with more than 200 local children gaining vital water safety skills thanks to support from community partners. The Y’s Summer Safety Splash initiative made a ...
Toms River, NJ – The RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery’s Toms River Communities That Care (CTC) initiative unveiled the Kindness Grows mural last week at Community Medical Center, honoring the power of positivity, the voices of local youth, and the community’s commitment to ...
To help lift the spirits of patients and staff, and to highlight the importance of community outreach, Gotham FC soccer players visited RWJBarnabas Health Hospitals across the State of New Jersey on Wednesday, August 6. The professional soccer players delivered gifts, signed autographs, shared ...
New Brunswick, NJ— In keeping with its commitment to bring the most advancement cancer treatments close to home for New Jersey residents, RWJBarnabas Health together with Rutgers Cancer Institute, the state’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, are now ...
West Orange, New Jersey–Robert T. Adamson, PharmD, FASHP, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, was honored as one of just 148 hospital and health system CIOs to know nationwide by Becker’s Hospital Review. The IT leaders featured on this year’s list are ...
Monmouth Medical Center’s Breastfeeding Wellness Center, a part of RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, hosted its 4th Annual World Breastfeeding Week Event on August 7, joining the global celebration to support and honor breastfeeding families. This year’s international theme was “Prioritize ...
New Brunswick, NJ–Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program Re-Certification by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that ...
When a woman first learns she has to see a urogynecologist, she’ll undoubtedly have a lot of questions, starting with what a urogynecologist is. A urogynecologist is a medical professional specializing in urogynecology, the field where gynecology and urology intersect, and who can diagnose and ...
As families prepare for a new school year filled with learning, activities, and new experiences, one important item should be on every parent’s back to school checklist: making sure your child is up to date on their vaccines. Routine childhood vaccines are a simple, proven way to help keep your ...
Long Branch, N.J.–Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (MMCSC), RWJBarnabas Health facilities, are 2 of 96 hospitals in the United States to be honored by the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) with their Lantern Award, which recognizes emergency departments ...
West Orange, New Jersey–RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health system in New Jersey, has once again been recognized as a leader in advancing workplace disability inclusion, earning a top score on the 2025 Disability Index® and being named a “2025 Best Place to Work for ...
Ocean Vascular Institute, an RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group practice, is now accepting new patients. Affiliated with Community Medical Center, the practice is located at 67 Route 37 West, Riverwood I, Suite 200B, Toms River. Providers include:Issam Koleilat, MD, MPH, Vascular SurgeryRyan Meyer, ...
West Orange, New Jersey–Robert T. Adamson, PharmD, FASHP, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, was honored as one of just 148 hospital and health system CIOs to know nationwide by Becker’s Hospital Review. The IT leaders featured on this year’s list are ...
Washington, DC -Today, Congressman Van Drew celebrated the official federal takeover of the Atlantic City Housing Authority (ACHA) by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)."This is truly a historic moment," said Congressman Van Drew. "Federal takeovers of local housing ...
August 7, 2025 - When your child is diagnosed with celiac disease, your journey together takes an unexpected turn. Suddenly, everyday routines like family meals, school lunches and birthday parties come with a layer of concern. However, with knowledge and planning, celiac disease can become ...
West Orange, NJ, August 7, 2025 – RWJBarnabas Health, the largest, most comprehensive academic health care system in New Jersey, is honored to be included among Newsweek and Plant‑A Insights Group’s “America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025.” RWJBarnabas Health’s placement on this year’s list highlights ...
August 6, 2025 -- RUMSON, NJ -- Nearly 1,000 guests gathered in celebration and support of Monmouth Medical Center at the 30th annual Power of Pink fundraiser, held July 17th to benefit cancer care services at the new Vogel Medical Campus in Tinton Falls. This sold-out event to date has raised ...
West Orange, NJ, August 6, 2025 – Three RWJBarnabas Health executives were recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as 2025 Women Hospital Presidents and CEOs to Know. This list highlights the female hospital presidents and CEOs around the country who are expanding access to care, spearheading new ...
West Orange, NJ (August 5, 2025)—RWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey’s largest academic health system, announced that five of their stroke centers have earned American Heart Association/American Stroke Association (AHA/ASA) 2025 Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards. Robert Wood Johnson University ...
West Orange, New Jersey – Dwight McBee, MBA, BSN, RN, CPXP, Chief Experience Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, was recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of just 57 hospital and health system chief experience officers around the country who are making a meaningful impact on the patient ...