Healthcare Powerhouse: Englewood Health Officially Joins RWJBarnabas Health in Landmark Merger
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Englewood NJ, in a move that will reshape the medical landscape of Northern New Jersey, RWJBarnabas Health and Englewood Health officially signed a definitive agreement on January 5, 2026, to merge their systems.
The partnership aims to create a massive healthcare network spanning Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties, bringing world-class academic medicine and advanced cancer treatments directly to local neighborhoods.
What This Means for North Jersey Patients
The primary goal of the merger is to “enhance and expand” care. For residents who rely on Englewood Hospital, the deal promises several immediate and long-term benefits:
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Access to Academic Medicine: Through RWJBarnabas’ partnership with Rutgers University, patients in Bergen County will gain easier access to the Rutgers Cancer Institute—New Jersey’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Massive Capital Investment: RWJBarnabas Health has pledged “significant capital investments” to modernize Englewood’s facilities and technology.
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Expanded Outpatient Care: The deal will bolster Englewood’s existing physician network, which already includes over 100 locations across five counties.
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Specialized Resources: From cutting-edge clinical trials to specialized pediatric and cardiac services, the combined resources aim to provide care that Englewood Health CEO Warren Geller says “we would not be able to accomplish alone.”
The Combined Strength of the Two Giants
By joining forces, the two systems create one of the most robust healthcare infrastructures in the tri-state area:
| Feature | RWJBarnabas Health | Englewood Health |
| Hospitals | 14 Acute Care Facilities | Englewood Hospital |
| Employees | 45,000+ | Integrated Physician Network |
| Affiliated Physicians | 9,000+ | 800+ Providers |
| Locations | 700+ Patient Care Sites | 100+ Locations in 5 Counties |
Leadership Perspectives
Mark E. Manigan, President and CEO of RWJBarnabas Health, emphasized the community impact:
“We look to build upon this history together to enhance access to world-class academic medicine… and expand vital resources for the most vulnerable.”
Warren Geller, President and CEO of Englewood Health, highlighted the technological leap:
“This transaction will ensure Englewood Health’s ability to deliver world-class care… with greater resources and more cutting-edge technologies.”
What’s Next? The Road to Final Approval
While the deal is signed, it is not yet “final.” The transaction must now undergo a rigorous review by state and federal regulatory entities to ensure it meets healthcare competition and public interest standards.
For now, operations at both systems will continue as usual. Patients can still see their preferred doctors at the Englewood Health Physician Network without interruption.
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