Englewood Health joins RWJ Barnabas Health system
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Key Points:
- Englewood Health has signed an agreement to join RWJ Barnabas Health, pending state and federal approval, aiming to expand healthcare services in Bergen, Hudson, and Passaic counties.
- The partnership will make Englewood Hospital RWJ Barnabas’s 15th facility, with plans for capital investments including new operating rooms, NICU renovations, and ambulatory care enhancements.
- Both leaders emphasized that the deal is a strategic partnership rather than a rescue, highlighting Englewood’s strong performance and recent patient safety awards.
- The collaboration will allow Englewood patients access to specialized care from the Rutgers Cancer Institute, enhancing clinical service offerings.
- The approval process is expected to take most of 2026, with
