Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

08/06/2026

Join Tia Hagins, RD, community nutritionist, and Frank Montero, executive chef, for an event: "Eat the Rainbow: Building a Healthy Plate" on Wednesday, August 12, from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at RWJUH Somerset, Fuld Auditorium.

Understand the health benefits of produce consumption, the nutrients provided by each color fruit and vegetable, recommended intakes and how to incorporate more of these foods in your meals. Participants will sample different fruits and vegetables as well as a smoothie. Includes a cooking demonstration and recipes. A light, healthy lunch will be served.

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11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fuld Auditorium

Understand the health benefits of produce consumption, the nutrients provided by each color fruit and vegetable, recommended intakes and how to incorporate more of these foods in your meals. Participants will sample different fruits and vegetables as well a...

08/06/2026

We’re proud to announce that the RWJUH Somerset Vascular Lab has earned accreditation for Vascular Testing by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), a distinction that recognizes our commitment to the highest national standards of quality and patient care.

This prestigious accreditation was awarded in:
✔️ Extracranial Cerebrovascular Testing
✔️ Peripheral Arterial Testing
✔️ Peripheral Venous Testing

This achievement reflects the expertise, dedication, and commitment of our Vascular Lab team to delivering exceptional diagnostic care for our patients every day.

Congratulations to our outstanding Vascular Lab team on this well-deserved accomplishment! 👏💙

08/06/2026

Join RWJUH Somerset's Steven Georgeson, MD, Cardiology, at the next "Walk With a Doc" this Saturday, August 8, at 8:30 a.m.! We'll meet in the food court of the Bridgewater Commons. This month's topic: "Packing in the Protein"

If you can't make it to the Mall, check out Medicor Cardiology's page next week to view the talk, or visit https://www.youtube.com/.

We hope to see you Saturday!

Medicor Cardiology

08/05/2026

You’re everybody's type!🩸

There is an URGENT need for Type O donors.

The time to act is now. Give blood, save lives.

Visit giveblood.rwjbh.org to book your blood donation immediately. ALL donors welcome!

08/05/2026

In recognition of World Breastfeeding Week, we’re proud to spotlight the dedicated lactation consultants who support families every step of the way.

💙 Meet Jennifer G., RN, IBCLC

About Me:
"I’m a mother of two with 10 years of experience as a Labor & Delivery nurse. I’ve served as a lactation consultant at RWJUH Somerset since 2023 and also teach prenatal classes for expectant parents."

My Role:
"I support and guide new mothers on their breastfeeding journey, beginning during pregnancy and continuing after delivery. Throughout the Maternity unit, I help families with proper latching and positioning, answer questions, troubleshoot challenges, and provide the encouragement they need to feel confident feeding their babies."

Why I Love What I Do:
“Breastfeeding is the best nutrition for a baby and a wonderful way to bond with your newborn. I had such a meaningful breastfeeding experience with both of my children that I wanted to help other families experience that same connection. I love empowering women to do something they may not have thought they could. It’s truly amazing how a mother’s body continually changes to meet her baby’s needs.”

Jennifer’s next prenatal breastfeeding class is Tuesday, September 24, from 6–9 p.m. To register, call 908-704-3744.

08/05/2026

Yesterday, RWJUH Somerset was proud to celebrate National Night Out by connecting with our neighbors in five Somerset County communities: South Bound Brook, Bound Brook, North Plainfield, Hillsborough, and Franklin.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our tables to say hello, learn about our services, and spend the evening with us. We love being part of these events that strengthen the relationships between our hospital and the communities we serve. 💙

Missed us last night? You can still visit us at the Somerset County 4-H Fair, happening today through Friday (August 5–7) at North Branch Park from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Stop by our booth to receive valuable health information, take advantage of free blood pressure screenings, play games, and win fun prizes. We hope to see you there!

08/04/2026

🌱 Fresh food, healthy habits, and community came together this weekend for another inspiring My Healthy Vegetable Patch program event!

Participants learned practical nutrition tips from registered dietitian and Rutgers Cooperative Extension Family & Community Health Services educator Shailja Mathur, including the nutritional benefits of fresh produce, recommended daily servings, healthy seasonings, how to read food labels, and the benefits of pickling vegetables. She also demonstrated how to prepare a delicious spinach and corn salad, which everyone had the opportunity to sample.

To top it off, participants took home a bag of fresh produce generously provided by Szymanski Farms in Bridgewater.

A special thank you to our community partners:
🌿 Kristi Colbert – Bound Brook Garden Committee
🌿 Lorraine Hubbard – Norwescap
🌿 Shailja Mathur – Rutgers Cooperative Extension Family & Community Health Services

My Healthy Vegetable Patch is a community-driven initiative supported by Healthier Somerset that helps combat food insecurity by empowering at-risk residents to grow their own fresh produce. Through gardening supplies, indoor grow kits, nutrition education, and culturally relevant recipes, the program is helping individuals and families build healthy habits while increasing access to nutritious foods.

08/04/2026

We’re proud to share that RWJUH Somerset has been recognized as High Performing by U.S. News & World Report in its 2026–2027 Best Hospitals rankings for treating common adult procedures and conditions, including heart failure, heart arrhythmia, and leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma.

This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional, compassionate care to the communities we serve.

08/03/2026

Today, we celebrated the retirement of Yong Tao, Certified Echocardiograph Technician in Non-Invasive Cardiology, after an incredible 24 years of dedicated service to RWJUH Somerset.

Yong’s commitment, compassion, and expertise have made a lasting impact on our patients, colleagues, and community. We are deeply grateful for all she has contributed over the years and wish her nothing but happiness, good health, and exciting new adventures in retirement.

Congratulations, Yong, and thank you for 24 wonderful years! 💙

07/30/2026

RWJUH Somerset is proud to be one of six hospitals across New Jersey recognized with a 2026 American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines Stroke Achievement Award!

This recognition reflects our team’s unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality stroke care, helping patients receive timely, evidence-based treatment that improves outcomes and saves lives.

Congratulations to our dedicated physicians, nurses, and care teams for this incredible achievement and for the compassionate care they provide every day.