Press Releases
By RWJBARNABAS HEALTH
April 7, 2026
Rahway, NJ–Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Rahway, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, has appointed Kenneth Janowski, DO, CPE, as Chief Medical Officer. In this role, Dr. Janowski will lead clinical operations and oversee the hospital’s medical staff to ensure the delivery of quality, ...
(New Brunswick, NJ) – More than 200 organ transplant recipients, donors, family members and their caregivers joined together at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) to celebrate National Organ Donor Month with a special program, “From Donation to Transformation: Celebrating the Gift of ...
Lou DiChiaro, a longtime baseball coach from Fair Lawn, and Larry Thomas, an octogenarian and Guinness World Record-holding skydiver, have one thing in common: they don't let their heart conditions keep them from doing what they love.They also both sought care at RWJBarnabas Health, where their ...
Somerville, NJ – Spring has officially arrived in Downtown Somerville, and with it comes a vibrant transformation of Division Street, the town’s beloved pedestrian plaza. Outdoor furniture and colorful umbrellas are now in place, inviting visitors to relax, dine, and enjoy the fresh air, while ...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDowntown Somerville Rolls Out the Red Carpet for Girls Night Out: Hollywood Glitz & GlamSOMERVILLE, NJ – Get ready for a night of sparkle, style, and star-studded fun as Downtown Somerville announces that tickets are now on sale for Girls Night Out: Hollywood Glitz & ...
PRINCETON, NJ — Princeton Lodge #38 of Free & Accepted Masons invites the community to a Community Fish Fry for a Cause this Friday, April 3rd, with proceeds benefiting the Montgomery Food Pantry.The event will be held at Princeton Lodge #38, 345 River Road, with doors opening at 5:00 PM and ...
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States, but the good news is that many heart issues can be prevented through simple, proactive lifestyle changes. Preventative heart health focuses on reducing heart disease risk before symptoms arise, helping people live ...
Premier Med Group, a trusted leader in pain management and vein care across New Jersey, has officially rebranded as TeamMD, marking a new chapter in delivering comprehensive, multi-specialty medical care. The rebrand coincides with the launch of a modernized website, teammdmedical.com, designed to ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Somerset, an RWJBarnabas Health hospital, has achieved Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) – the nation’s most prestigious nursing honor - for the fourth consecutive time.
Somerville, NJ – In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Downtown Somerville invites the community to step back in time with Liberty Lives Here, a unique program series bringing 18th-century life to vivid reality.“History on Tap” features authentic colonial-era reenactors and musicians ...
The Downtown Somerville Alliance is inviting residents, business owners, and visitors to help shape the future of public art in Downtown Somerville through a new community survey exploring the creation of a large-scale placemaking mural.The proposed mural would celebrate Somerville’s rich history, ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Welcome to Spring, get outside, connect to plants and join us for “A Walk In The Park”at TD Bank Ballpark, the home of the Somerset Patriots on Tuesday March 24th , 11 a.m.-1 p.m., a celebration of Horticultural Therapy Week and the power of plants.No registration is required for ...
West Orange, NJ – Andy Anderson, MD, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical and Quality Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 252 hospital and health system chief medical officers to know 2026 list. The list honors exceptional chief medical officers serving ...
New Brunswick, NJ-The Pediatric Trauma Center at The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH) at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) has been verified as a Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS COT). RWJUH is the only ...
West Orange, NJ – The Institute for Nursing Excellence at RWJBarnabas Health has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 93 Hospital and Health System Simulation and Education Programs to Know list for 2026.The list celebrates hospitals and health systems with exceptional simulation and education ...
The fight against heart disease, the leading cause of death among women in the United States, demands immediate action and a shift in public perception. Despite its prevalence, there is a lingering misconception that heart disease is predominantly a concern for men. Spearheading efforts to bring ...
West Orange, NJ–RWJBarnabas Health has appointed Francis J. Giantomasi, Esq., as a new member of the RWJBarnabas Health Board of Trustees, effective immediately, while also posthumously honoring late Board Chair Marc Berson as Trustee Emeritus. Mr. Giantomasi has served as a member of the Board of ...
The choices we make at the table influence not only how we feel today, but also our long-term health. When it comes to colorectal cancer, diet can play a critical role.March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight one of the most common, yet highly preventable, cancers worldwide.
West Orange, NJ—The New Jersey Department of Health and EMS for Children recently presented the Always Ready for Children Award to RWJBarnabas Health Mobile Health. This recognition is part of a national initiative aimed at reducing pediatric death and disability both in the prehospital settings ...
Somerville, NJ — Visitors and residents strolling through Downtown Somerville will notice a fresh new look along Main Street as 23 public benches are being returned following a winter refurbishment project that has restored them to a nearly brand-new condition.The refurbishment initiative, led by ...
West Orange, NJ –RWJBarnabas Health has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 100 hospitals and health systems with great heart programs for the third consecutive year in 2025. The hospitals, health systems and institutes recognized on this list are distinguished for their excellence in heart ...
Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it remains one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths worldwide. The difference often comes down to one simple but powerful factor: early detection.When caught in its earliest stages, colorectal cancer is highly ...
For most of his life, 82-year-old Michael Thorz had been extremely active. An avid skier, hiker and lifelong fitness enthusiast, you could always find him outdoors—from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina to long days on the racquetball court. But over time, subtle leg pain grew more ...
West Orange, N.J. – Three RWJBarnabas Health hospitals – Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Monmouth Medical Center, and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center have been named to Newsweek’s list of World’s Best Hospitals 2026. Monmouth Medical Center and Newark Beth Israel Medical Center have also ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - Sip & See Somerset, Somerset County’s signature craft beverage trail, is back inviting visitors and locals alike to explore a curated collection of craft beverage destinations and historic dining experiences in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Robert T. Adamson, PharmD, FASHP, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, was honored as one of just 135 hospital and health system CIOs to know nationwide by Becker’s Hospital Review. This is the second consecutive year that Dr. Adamson has ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Hussein Syed, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for RWJBarnabas Health, has been named to the 2026 C100 by CISOs Connect™, recognizing CISOs who are distinguished by their security expertise and their dedication to giving back to the profession through knowledge sharing ...
HOELL, NJ - – RWJBarnabas Health raised the final steel beam of its new three-story, 67,000-square-foot Multi-Specialty Center on Jan. 21, alongside joint venture partners New Jersey Imaging Network, Seaview Orthopaedics, and Family First Urgent Care.Construction is expected to be completed in late ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — On February 12, the Downtown Somerville Alliance welcomed representatives from Main Street America and Main Street New Jersey for a productive and engaging visit that highlighted the continued success and momentum of Downtown Somerville.As an accredited Main Street program, ...
Greater Somerset County YMCA Kicks Off 2026 Annual Campaign to Raise Funds to Ensure Access for AllBasking Ridge, New Jersey, February 19, 2025 – As a single parent of two children, ages 8 and 10, Shantasia knows how critical dependable childcare is to keep her family stable. With the rising cost ...