Westwood, NJ – (December 16, 2024) – Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center  recently achieved accreditation from Surgical Review Corporation (SRC) as a Center of Excellence in Complex Endometriosis Care. This accreditation recognizes Pascack Valley Medical Center’s commitment and high standard of delivery of quality patient care and safety. Status as an accredited Center of…

Westwood, NJ (December 3, 2024) – Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is proud to announce the launch of its new Breast Health Program, a comprehensive service designed to provide top-tier breast health care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. The program is dedicated to early detection, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment of breast cancer, which…

WESTWOOD, N.J. [December 1, 2024] – Pascack Valley Medical Group is pleased to announce Scott David Lippe, M.D. , board-certified gastroenterologist and internist, is joining the Pascack Valley Medical Center team. Dr. Lippe brings a wealth of expertise with over two decades of experience in private practice.  He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of…

New Grade for fall 2024 is a national recognition for commitment to patient safety Westwood, NJ (November  15, 2024) – Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade…

As we recognize Lung Cancer Awareness Month this November, it’s a critical time to reflect on the importance of lung health and the steps we can take to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Smoking is the leading cause of lung cancer, contributing to over 80% of cases in the United States. Quitting smoking is…

WESTWOOD, N.J. [November 1, 2024] – Pascack Valley Medical Group proudly announces the addition of three distinguished healthcare providers: Mahmood Karimi, M.D., Nina Cheung, M.D., and Jaclyn Ulzheimer, APN. Each of these providers brings a unique blend of experience and approaches to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care. Mahmood Karimi, M.D., is an internal medicine physician…

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and can serve both a reminder and an opportunity to take care of YOU!  Breast health begins with a sense of what is normal for your breasts, also known as breast awareness. To promote breast health, consider doing regular breast self-exams. With practice, you will discover how your breasts…

WESTWOOD, N.J. [October 1, 2024] – Pascack Valley Medical Group is pleased to announce the addition of Israa Hussein, M.D.  Dr. Hussein believes in the importance of building strong, meaningful relationships with her patients to achieve better outcomes. She takes the time to get to know each patient, allowing her to provide customized care that…

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center today announced the appointment of Thomas Bisignani as chief financial officer, effective August 19, 2024. With over two decades of experience in hospital operations and finance, Bisignani brings a proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency and financial sustainability. Bisignani most recently served as chief financial officer and chief operating…

Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center announces the integration of the NM 830, a state-of-the-art dual-head SPECT system from GE Healthcare, into its suite of advanced imaging equipment. This revolutionary system is set to redefine diagnostic imaging standards by delivering unparalleled image quality and efficiency. The NM 830 represents a significant advancement in medical imaging technology.…