Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

West Orange, NJ June 25, 2026 - Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH), Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC) and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset (RWJUH Somerset), all RWJBarnabas Health facilities, have been recognized among Newsweek's America's Best Hospitals for Specialized Care 2026. RWJUH earned recognition for Lung Cancer (Oncology), Coronary Angioplasty & Stent Placement (Cardiology), Endocrine Care and Orthopedic Care. CBMC was recognized for Neurological Care and Pulmonary Care, and RWJUH Somerset was recognized for Orthopedics. The annual ranking is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

Newsweek's Best Hospitals for Specialized Care rankings recognize leading hospitals and medical departments nationwide across seven specialty areas: Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Endocrine Care, Gastrointestinal Care, Neurological Care, Orthopedic Care and Pulmonary Care. The rankings are based on a comprehensive evaluation that includes a nationwide survey of medical professionals and hospital leaders, patient experience data, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) and hospital quality and safety metrics, including data from The Leapfrog Group.

"We are proud to see RWJBarnabas Health hospitals recognized by Newsweek for excellence across multiple specialty areas," said Dr. Andy Anderson, Chief Medical and Quality Officer, RWJBarnabas Health. "These distinctions are a testament to the exceptional work of our clinical teams and our commitment to providing advanced, high-quality care for patients throughout New Jersey."

The recognitions highlight the breadth of specialized care available across RWJBarnabas Health. From advanced cancer care and cardiovascular services to neurology, endocrinology, orthopedics and pulmonary medicine, RWJBarnabas Health hospitals continue to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to communities throughout New Jersey.

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC)

Robert Wood Johnson University Medical Center (RWJUH)

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey's largest and most comprehensive academic health system, caring for more than five million people annually. Nationally renowned for quality and safety, the system includes 14 hospitals and 9,000 affiliated physicians integrated to provide care at more than 700 patient care locations.

RWJBarnabas Health partners with its communities to build and sustain a healthier New Jersey. It provides patient-centered care in a compassionate manner and is the state's largest safety-net provider and leader in addressing the social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health provides food to the hungry, housing for the homeless and economic opportunities to those most vulnerable.

RWJBarnabas Health's commitment to enhancing access to care includes a transformative partnership with Rutgers University, including the Rutgers Cancer Institute - the state's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

RWJBarnabas Health is among New Jersey's largest private employers, with more than 45,000 employees, contributing more than $7 billion to the state economy every year. For more information, visit https://www.RWJBH.org

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