Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack Meridian Health is an integrated healthcare network providing comprehensive clinical services, medical education, and research throughout New Jersey. It delivers patient care through hospitals and specialized centers, leveraging technology and connected systems to optimize diagnostics and treatment.

The entity formed in 2016 through the strategic merger of Hackensack University Health Network and Meridian Health. This consolidation was orchestrated by Robert C. Garrett, then CEO of Hackensack University Health Network, and John K. Lloyd, then CEO of Meridian Health. Their insight aimed to establish a unified system offering integrated services to regional communities.

Hackensack Meridian Health primarily serves patients, families, and communities across New Jersey, alongside its clinical professionals. Its mission is to transform healthcare and lead positive change. It strives to elevate care quality, advance medical research, and enhance community well-being, aspiring towards accessible, high-quality care and proactive health.