University Hospital
University Hospital is a 519-bed academic medical center with an active medical staff of more than 785. We are home to northern New Jersey’s Level I Trauma Center and we are a regional resource for advanced care in a wide range of medical specialties.
These specialty programs include our award-winning maternity program, the Center for Advanced Liver Diseases and Transplantation, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, a comprehensive Weight Management Center and more.
COVID 19 Updates
Vaccination Information
University Hospital is currently offering the COVID-19 vaccine to individuals who meet the NJ Department of Health’s Eligibility Requirements, pursuant to the Emergency Use Authorizations granted by the US Food and Drug Administration.
To schedule an appointment, call the Vaccination Appointment Center, between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at (973) 972-8906.
Get With The Guidelines
Get With The Guidelines (GWTG) is an evidence-based program for in-hospital quality improvement. It helps to ensure that care provided to coronary artery disease, stroke and heart failure patients is aligned with the latest scientific guidelines.
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Urgent Care
Virtual Urgent Care
Virtual Urgent Care is real-time access to a doctor through video chat. Adults and children ages 5 and older can connect with a board-certified or board-eligible emergency physician while you are at home, work, or on the go.
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Residents736Residents
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Medical Staff833Medical Staff
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Inpatient Admissions18,074Inpatient
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Emergency Department Visits90,999Emergency
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Inpatient Surgeries5,125Inpatient Surgeries
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Liver Transplants37Liver Transplants
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Births1,457Births
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Outpatient Clinic Visits323,023Outpatient
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EMS Responses89,360EMS Responses
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RATED ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST EMPLOYERS IN STATE BY FORBES FOR THIRD CONSECUTIVE YEAR
Employee Recognition Signals Hospital’s Continued Track Record of Success and Achievement NEWARK, NJ — For the third consecutive year, University Hospital (UH), one of New Jersey’s original academic medical centers and the only NJ-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey as well as the principal affiliate of the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, …
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL’S LIVER TRANSPLANT PROGRAM, LED BY PHYSICIANS FROM RUTGERS NEW JERSEY MEDICAL SCHOOL, RANKED NO. 1 IN THE UNITED STATES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT September 6, 2023 media@uhnj.org (973) 634-8298 New Jersey’s First Liver Transplant Center is National Leader in Three-Year Survival Rates NEWARK, NJ — The University Hospital Center for Advanced Liver Diseases and Transplantation, led by the nationally recognized physicians at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (NJMS), has been …
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL WELCOMES SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT, CONSTRUCTION AND REAL ESTATE
NEWARK, NJ — University Hospital (UH) has selected Jennifer Denault as its new Senior Vice President, Construction and Real Estate. She will lead the Hospital’s highly anticipated campus project, oversee the current maintenance and facilities support services, and manage the existing groups that operate University Hospital’s facilities. Jennifer joins University Hospital at a crucial time …
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UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL WELCOMES NEW CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER AND NEW SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OF WELLNESS, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
NEWARK, NJ — University Hospital has selected Raquel D. Morian as its new Chief Human Resources Officer. As part of the executive team, she will be responsible for the hospital’s human resources strategy and operations; talent management, including recruitment and leadership development; compensation and benefits; and labor relations. Raquel joins University Hospital at a wonderfully …
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL ONCE AGAIN EARNS NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR EFFORTS TO PROVIDE HIGH-QUALITY HEART FAILURE TREATMENT
NEWARK, NJ — University Hospital (UH), one of New Jersey’s original academic medical centers and the only NJ-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey as well as the principal affiliate of the Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, has again received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines – Heart Failure Gold Plus …
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RECEIVES 10-YEAR MILESTONE RECOGNITION FROM INTERSOCIETAL ACCREDITATION COMMISSION (IAC)
University Hospital (UH), New Jersey’s only public academic medical center and the principal teaching Hospital for all Newark-based medical education, received a special milestone recognition by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The award commemorates IAC Echocardiography accreditation for at least 10 consecutive years, demonstrating the Hospital’s long-term commitment to continuously improving patient outcomes and safety. …
MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL RECOGNIZED FOR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN BREASTFEEDING AND NUTRITION EDUCATION
The Maternal Child Health Program at University Hospital (UH), New Jersey’s only public academic medical center and the principal teaching Hospital for all Newark-based medical education, was recently recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLC). The Hospital received a score of 98 out …
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL TRAUMA RECOVERY PROGRAMS RECOGNIZED BY STATE OF NEW JERSEY; SIMILAR WORK, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY OF NEWARK, HONORED BY OBAMA FOUNDATION
The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) and Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) at University Hospital (UH) recently received the Crime Victims’ Rights Award by the State of New Jersey. Additionally, the work of both programs, in partnership with the City of Newark, were honored as part of the City’s recognition as a My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) …
Community
Congratulations to our most recent graduates of the University Hospital Nurse Residency Program! This significant milestone marks the beginning of a fulfilling career in nursing. UH is proud to recognize each graduate for their exceptional work throughout the program and dedication to the field of nursing.
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See, Test, Treat is back! University Hospital is thrilled to announce our upcoming FREE cancer screening event for uninsured and underinsured patients. Limited same-day results available for mammogram screenings. Registration required, call (973)972-4055.
Join us Saturday, September 23rd from 8:00am — 3:00pm. Swipe left for full information.
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University Hospital is proud to have earned recognition as a national leader in three-year survival rates for adult liver transplant at nearly 99% by The Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR). Led by physicians from @rutgers_njms, University Hospital’s Center for Advanced Liver Diseases and Transplantation was rated as the top center of its kind in the country. The first such center in New Jersey and one of 121 nationally, the center has performed over 1,650 liver transplant surgeries, including nearly 80 transplants in the last two years alone.
Press release link in story.
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We`re honored to have Newark-native and global legend, Ms. Gloria Gaynor visit with us today. The 2X GRAMMY winner and humanitarian unveiled her generous art donation to University Hospital Foundation to benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care unit. Ms. Gaynor, who was born at University Hospital, expressed the significance of her relationship to the hospital and her hopes that the donated collection of a 7-part series of paintings by artist Thomas Kinkade, would bring joy to sick children and their parents as well as the devoted staff.
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Fibroids Awareness
Join Newark Council President LaMonica McIver as she leads a moderated discussion on the health topic of Fibroids.
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