Hackensack University Medical Center
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Located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ, with easy access from I-80, Rt. 4, and the Garden State Parkway, Hackensack University Medical Center is an 803-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital—and Bergen County’s first hospital, founded in 1888. In addition to being the first hospital in New Jersey and the second in the nation to earn Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence—now with its sixth consecutive designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the medical center is also home to a designated Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, providing specialized, comprehensive care for the most critical injuries in both adults and children.
The hospital also offers a wide range of advanced services, including mammography at the Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care. To schedule an appointment, call 551-996-2222.
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Overview
Located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ, with easy access from I-80, Rt. 4, and the Garden State Parkway, Hackensack University Medical Center is an 803-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital—and Bergen County’s first hospital, founded in 1888. In addition to being the first hospital in New Jersey and the second in the nation to earn Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence—now with its sixth consecutive designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the medical center is also home to a designated Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, providing specialized, comprehensive care for the most critical injuries in both adults and children.
The hospital also offers a wide range of advanced services, including mammography at the Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care. To schedule an appointment, call 551-996-2222.
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Specialty Programs Available
Our Level II pediatric trauma center is the only pediatric trauma center in Bergen County. Providing:
- Access to highly trained pediatric specialists for pediatric surgery, pediatric critical care and pediatric rehabilitation.
- Child-centered resources that cater to the unique physical and emotional needs of young patients.
- Faster diagnosis and treatment, which can prevent complications and improve outcomes.
Going to a pediatric trauma center ensures that your child’s care is tailored to their unique needs, giving them the best chance at a full recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions
We make parking as easy as possible. Our campus features valet parking as well as multiple garages for self-parking, including handicap parking.
In addition to the information below, Hackensack Meridian Health has also developed a Digital Navigation Application called HMH Wayfinding, to help you more easily navigate parking and other points of interest at our facilities.
Self Park Garages:
Hours of Operation:
- Essex St. Garage Mon-Sun 24/7
- Helena Theurer Pavilion Mon-Sun 24/7.
- Women’s & Children’s Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sat & Sun 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- John Theurer Cancer Center Mon-Fri 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat & Sun 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Payment: Parking is available to all visitors in the Essex St. Garage and Women and Children’s garage for a nominal fee (currently $8.00). If returning to the medical center for multiple visits through out the day, you can request a Same Day Return Voucher for an additional fee.
All major credit cards are accepted.
Valet Services:
Hours of Operation:
- Medical Plaza Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- John Theurer Cancer Center Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Emergency Trauma Center Mon-Sun 24/7 for all patients
Payment: Visitor Parking also provides Valet Services at the John Theurer Cancer Center and Medical Plaza Building for a nominal fee (currently $10.00). We also offer complimentary valet service to any patients who present to the Emergency Trauma Center for treatment.
All major credit cards are accepted.
Handicap Parking:
Handicap parking spots are available in all garages.
- Handicap valet services are available at the Medical Plaza for a nominal fee (currently $5)
- Discounted handicap valet services booklets are also available at the Medical Plaza valet
- Handicap valet services are complimentary at the John Theurer Cancer Center
Patients should bring the following information when registering for an appointment or hospital stay:
- Advance Directive
- Copay or deductible
- Driver’s license
- Insurance Card
- Medicare/Medicaid card
- Name and Social Security Number of the insured
- Referral forms from your physician (if required by your insurance carrier)
- Referral/Order Guidelines
- Worker’s compensation information (if applicable)
For information on reaching our hospitals, visitor information, and more, please review our Visitation Guidelines.
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Why Choose Hackensack University Medical Center
- Leaders in international research: We helm cutting-edge research and clinical trials that lead to new treatment discoveries in cancer, neurology, orthopedics and more.
- Level I Trauma Care: Our industry leading trauma care center meets the stringent criteria, including 24/7 availability of specialized surgeons, advanced diagnostic equipment, and dedicated trauma teams ready to respond at a moment's notice. Achieving Level I verification signifies that our center has been verified by the Verification Review Committee (VRC), an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).