Hackensack University Medical Center Named New Jersey’s #1 Hospital by U.S. News & World Report
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
ISELIN, NJ — In its newly released 2026–2027 Best Hospitals rankings, U.S. News & World Report has once again named Hackensack University Medical Center the #1 hospital in New Jersey. The medical center also earned the prestigious distinction of hosting the state’s only nationally ranked cancer program.
Ranked #4 overall in the competitive New York-New Jersey Metropolitan Area, Hackensack University Medical Center remains the only hospital in New Jersey ranked #1 for both adult and pediatric care.
Home to New Jersey’s Top-Ranked Cancer Program
Hackensack University Medical Center’s cancer program—led by the John Theurer Cancer Center—ranked #38 nationally and #6 in the NY-NJ Metro Area, making it the premier destination for complex oncology care in the state.
“Being recognized as New Jersey’s best cancer center program reflects decades of commitment to advancing cancer care through innovation, research, and collaboration,” said Andre Goy, M.D., M.S., chairman and chief physician officer at John Theurer Cancer Center. “From pioneering therapies like CAR T-cell treatment to leading one of the nation’s largest bone marrow transplant programs… our mission is to ensure every patient has access to the most advanced treatments available.”
Nationally Ranked Across Multiple Specialties
Beyond oncology, Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) holds more nationally ranked specialties than any other health network in New Jersey. Hackensack University Medical Center ranks among the top 10% of hospitals nationwide across seven key adult specialties:
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Orthopedics: #14 nationally
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Urology: #32 nationally
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Neurology & Neurosurgery: #34 nationally
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Pulmonology & Lung Surgery: #36 nationally
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Cancer Care: #38 nationally (tie)
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Diabetes & Endocrinology: #43 nationally
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Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery: #45 nationally
Additionally, the medical center was recognized as ‘Nationally High Performing’ in 22 procedures and conditions.
Network-Wide Excellence Across New Jersey
Several other Hackensack Meridian Health facilities received top honors statewide and regionally:
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JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute: Ranked #39 nationally for physical rehabilitation, holding national honors for eight consecutive years and ranking #2 in New Jersey.
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Jersey Shore University Medical Center: Ranked among the Top 10 hospitals in New Jersey and the top provider in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
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Ocean University Medical Center & Riverview Medical Center: Both earned Top 10 regional rehabilitation rankings.
“These rankings reflect our extraordinary team members across HMH who are delivering exceptional care every day,” said Robert C. Garrett, FACHE, CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health. “These achievements demonstrate our unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and putting patients first.”
The annual U.S. News & World Report evaluations rely on objective data, including quality metrics from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), helping patients make informed healthcare decisions for complex conditions.
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