About JFK University Medical Center
Founded in 1967, JFK University Medical Center has been a pillar in the community, offering advanced healthcare services to residents of Middlesex, Union and Somerset counties - and beyond. As an academic medical center, JFK is a place where groundbreaking ideas are born, medical advancements are pursued, and future healthcare leaders are nurtured.
Clinical Excellence
Conveniently located in Edison, NJ, with easy access from Route 1, I-95, and NJ-27, JFK University Medical Center stands as a cornerstone of the community, delivering advanced healthcare to the residents of Middlesex, Union, and Somerset counties and beyond. As a key affiliate of Hackensack Meridian Health and accredited by the Joint Commission, the medical center upholds a proud tradition of clinical excellence across numerous medical and surgical specialties.
At the heart of JFK University Medical Center are two world-renowned institutes: the Neuroscience Institute and the Johnson Rehabilitation Institute. The Neuroscience Institute is consistently recognized as a top hospital in New Jersey for treating stroke and complex neurological conditions. The Johnson Rehabilitation Institute has earned a national designation for its outstanding rehabilitation medicine and traumatic brain injury recovery programs.
The center's commitment to providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art care is evident in its continued growth. This includes a newly renovated Cancer Center, an Advanced Lung and Airway Center for complex respiratory conditions, and a comprehensive Bariatrics Weight Loss Center. With a team of leading experts in robotic surgery and advanced gastroenterology services, JFK University Medical Center is equipped to deliver sophisticated, patient-focused care for the most complex conditions.
Leadership
"JFK University Medical Center is committed to providing high-quality healthcare close to home. At JFKUMC, you have access to a full range of advanced medical services, including primary care, comprehensive surgical and cancer care, and numerous specialized treatments. We deliver compassionate, personalized care tailored to your individual needs. Your health and well-being are our top priorities, and we are proud to be your trusted healthcare partner."
Michele Morrison, RN, MPH, BSHA
President and Chief Hospital Executive
JFK University Medical Center
Nationally Recognized for Excellence
JFK University Medical Center continues to be among the nation’s top hospitals evaluated by Healthgrades for superior clinical care and surgical outcomes. Healthgrades rates hospital performance using objective quality measures using clinical outcomes, patient safety as well as patient experience.
Stroke Care | Bariatrics | Neurosciences
Gold Plus Award for Improving Emergency Cardiac Care
American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Award
For six consecutive years, JFK University Medical Center’s emergency medical services has been recognized for its efforts to improve systems of care and to rapidly identify patients with suspected heart attacks, promptly notify the medical center, and trigger an early response from the awaiting hospital care team.
Breast Imaging Center of Excellence
JFK University Medical Center is designated as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR), considered the gold standard in medical imaging excellence.
Leader in Bariatric Surgery
JFK University Medical Center’s JFK for Life program is accredited by the American College of Surgeons and is the only bariatric surgery provider in the area recognized for delivering the highest quality care by these leading insurance providers: Blue Cross, Aetna, and CIGNA.
- Accredited by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
- Aetna Institutes of Quality for Bariatrics
- Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades (2019-2023)
- Blue Cross Center of Distinction for Bariatrics
- Designated a Cigna Bariatric Center of Excellence
- MBSQIP Accredited Bariatric Center
Comprehensive Cancer Care
JFK University Medical Center is one of only 30 percent of hospitals nationwide to be accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (COC) as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program. Additionally, JFK has received the COC’s Outstanding Achievement award for ensuring high quality cancer care.
Advanced Cardiac Care
JFK University Medical Center is the first designated HeartCARE Center of Excellence in New Jersey, a national distinction from the American College of Cardiology. JFK’s cardiac accreditations ensure each patient receives the highest level of medical and surgical procedures.
- Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation with PCI by the American College of Cardiology
- Chest Pain Center and Heart Failure Accreditation with PCI and Resuscitation by the American College of Cardiology
- Intersocietal Accreditation Commission Echocardiography Accredited Facility
- Heart Failure Accreditation by American College of Cardiology
The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval®
Our Stroke Center is designated as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. It was the first stroke center in the tri-state area to receive this designation. Earning the Gold Seal of Approval indicates a hospital’s dedication to improving health care quality and safety.
- Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Stroke Care Trophy
- Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Stroke Care Medallion
- Healthgrades Five-Star for Treatment of Stroke Medallion
- Healthgrades Stroke Care Excellence Award Medallion
- American Heart/Stroke Association: Get With The Guidelines for Stroke
- American Heart Association Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center
Additional Joint Commission Certifications
- Wound Care and Sepsis
- Joint Replacement Hip and Knee
Nationally Recognized for Excellence in Women's Care
- JFK University Medical Center is a Baby-Friendly designated hospital, a distinction granted to facilities that support the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative, developed by UNICEF and WHO
- Among the top 5 percent of hospitals recognized for superior care of women during and after childbirth
- Among the top 10 percent of hospitals recognized for superior surgical outcomes in gynecological care