ℹ️ Skipped - page is already crawled
| Filter | Status | Condition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTTP status | PASS | download_http_code = 200 | HTTP 200 |
| Age cutoff | PASS | download_stamp > now() - 6 MONTH | 0 months ago |
| History drop | PASS | isNull(history_drop_reason) | No drop reason |
| Spam/ban | PASS | fh_dont_index != 1 AND ml_spam_score = 0 | ml_spam_score=0 |
| Canonical | FAIL | meta_canonical IS NULL OR = '' OR = src_unparsed | org,hackensackmeridianhealth!/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center s443 |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| URL | https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center |
| Last Crawled | 2026-04-20 15:24:28 (2 hours ago) |
| First Indexed | 2022-09-06 07:45:26 (3 years ago) |
| HTTP Status Code | 200 |
| Meta Title | Hackensack University Medical Center | Hackensack Meridian Health |
| Meta Description | Top-ranked Hackensack, NJ hospital offering comprehensive adult & children's care, including cancer, heart, and neurosciences. State-of-the-art facilities & specialized programs. Convenient access & virtual options. |
| Meta Canonical | org,hackensackmeridianhealth!/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center s443 |
| Boilerpipe Text | Our Locations
Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack University Medical Center
Plan Your Visit
Address
30 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack
,
Â
NJ
07601
26.7 Miles Away
Get Directions
Hours
Open 24 Hours
Wait Time:
Â
20
New patients arrive frequently, and some patients require more immediate attention regardless of when they arrive. Your wait time may differ from what is listed at the time of a patient's arrival. Wait times represent an average time from arrival to being seen by a clinician. Wait times are refreshed every 30 minutes. Wait times are provided for informational purposes only and cannot be guaranteed upon arrival. They may remain subject to change at all times without notice. When "NA" is displayed, wait time is unavailable.
Monday
Call for hours
Tuesday
Call for hours
Wednesday
Call for hours
Thursday
Call for hours
Friday
Call for hours
Saturday
Call for hours
Sunday
Call for hours
Location Summary
Overview
Located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ, with easy access from I-80, Rt. 4, and the Garden State Parkway, Hackensack University Medical Center is an 803-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital—and Bergen County’s first hospital, founded in 1888. In addition to being the first hospital in New Jersey and the second in the nation to earn Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence—now with its seventh consecutive designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the medical center is also home to a designated
Level I Adult Trauma Center
 and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, providing specialized, comprehensive care for the most critical injuries in both adults and children.
The hospital also offers a wide range of advanced services, including mammography at the Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care. To schedule an appointment, call
551-996-2222
.
Our campus features valet parking as well as multiple garages for self-parking, including handicap parking. More information about parking and visiting a patient at
Hackensack University Medical Center
 is available on the
Patient and Visitor Information
page.
Learn more about us
.
Additional Information
Level I Trauma Center
Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Classes and Events
Friends of Hackensack University Medical Center
Helena Theurer Pavilion
HMH Wayfinding - Digital Navigation Application
Undergraduate Clinical Placement Form
Volunteers
Specialty Programs Available
Frequently Asked Questions
New Jersey's #1 Adult and Children's Hospitals
Hackensack University Medical Center is the first hospital in New Jersey to be ranked among the Top 20 in the nation by
U.S. News & World Report
2025-2026. It’s also the number one hospital in the New York–New Jersey metro area, and the number one hospital in New Jersey, yet again. With national rankings in ten specialities including Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery, Urology and Orthopedics, and the only hospital in New Jersey to be nationally ranked in Pulmonology, Ear Nose Throat, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Geriatrics and Cancer—you don’t have to go far for quality care. You’ll find it at Hackensack University Medical Center—one of the most clinically recognized hospitals in the country, right here in New Jersey.
To learn more,
visit our website.
In this
video
, our team members share what it means to work at the #1 hospital in New Jersey.
Key Services
B
C
E
G
H
I
L
N
O
P
R
S
U
W
Residency and Fellowship Programs at Hackensack University Medical Center
Residency & Fellowship programs at Hackensack University Medical Center offer diverse training opportunities. Learn more & advance your career.
Why Choose Hackensack University Medical Center
Leaders in international research
: We helm cutting-edge research and clinical trials that lead to new treatment discoveries in cancer, neurology, orthopedics and more.
Level I Trauma Care:
Our industry leading trauma care center meets the stringent criteria, including 24/7 availability of specialized surgeons, advanced diagnostic equipment, and dedicated trauma teams ready to respond at a moment's notice. Achieving Level I verification signifies that our center has been verified by the Verification Review Committee (VRC), an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). |
| Markdown | [](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en)
[HMH Well/MyChart](https://mychart.hmhn.org/)
[Pay Bill](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/pay-bill)
- [Find a Doctor](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/doctors)
- [Find a Location](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/location-search)
- [Services](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services)
- [Donate](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/donate)
- [1-844-HMH-WELL](tel:18444649355 "1-844-HMH-WELL")
Open main menu
- [Find a Doctor](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/doctors)
- [Find a Location](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/location-search)
- [Services](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services)
- [Donate](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/donate)
- [1-844-HMH-WELL](tel:18444649355 "1-844-HMH-WELL")


## Hackensack University Medical Center
[Find a Doctor](https://www.getcare.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/providers?hospitalAffiliations=Hackensack+University+Medical+Center)
- [About](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/about-us)
- [Patient Information](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/patient-and-visitor-information)
- [Visitation Guidelines](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/patients-and-visitors/visitation-guidelines)
- [Amenities](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/hospital-amenities)
- [Billing](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/pay-bill)
- [Events](https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/c/calendar/5add99e2-c1d9-462e-b53b-40d71d775290)
- [Healthcare Professionals](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/healthcare-professionals/humc)
- [Donate](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/donate/hackensack-university-medical-center-foundation)
Menu
- [](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en "Home")
- [Our Locations](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations "Our Locations")
- Hackensack University Medical Center
# Hackensack University Medical Center
## Plan Your Visit
### Address
30 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack
,
NJ
07601
26\.7 Miles Away
[Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/place/30%20Prospect%20Avenue%20%20Hackensack%20NJ%2007601)
### Hours
Open 24 Hours
Wait Time:
20
New patients arrive frequently, and some patients require more immediate attention regardless of when they arrive. Your wait time may differ from what is listed at the time of a patient's arrival. Wait times represent an average time from arrival to being seen by a clinician. Wait times are refreshed every 30 minutes. Wait times are provided for informational purposes only and cannot be guaranteed upon arrival. They may remain subject to change at all times without notice. When "NA" is displayed, wait time is unavailable.
MondayCall for hours
TuesdayCall for hours
WednesdayCall for hours
ThursdayCall for hours
FridayCall for hours
SaturdayCall for hours
SundayCall for hours
### Contact
Main Number
[551-996-2000](tel:5519962000 "551-996-2000")
Admitting
[551-996-2101](tel:5519962101 "551-996-2101")
Discharge Coordinator
[551-996-2299](tel:5519962299 "551-996-2299")
Patient Information
[551-996-2400](tel:5519962400 "551-996-2400")
Medical Records
[551-996-2075](tel:5519962075 "551-996-2075")
## Location Summary
### Overview
Located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ, with easy access from I-80, Rt. 4, and the Garden State Parkway, Hackensack University Medical Center is an 803-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital—and Bergen County’s first hospital, founded in 1888. In addition to being the first hospital in New Jersey and the second in the nation to earn Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence—now with its seventh consecutive designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the medical center is also home to a designated [Level I Adult Trauma Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/humc---trauma-center) and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, providing specialized, comprehensive care for the most critical injuries in both adults and children.
The hospital also offers a wide range of advanced services, including mammography at the Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care. To schedule an appointment, call [551-996-2222](tel:15519962222 "551-996-2222").
Our campus features valet parking as well as multiple garages for self-parking, including handicap parking. More information about parking and visiting a patient at Hackensack University Medical Center is available on the [Patient and Visitor Information](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/patient-and-visitor-information) page.
[Learn more about us](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/about-us).
### Additional Information
- [Level I Trauma Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/humc---trauma-center)
- [Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/center-for-weight-loss-and-metabolic-health)
- [Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/center-for-inflammatory-bowel-disease)
- [Classes and Events](https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/c/calendar/f49350e3-bc63-4cd4-8334-3fd6484e8f7d)
- [Friends of Hackensack University Medical Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/friends)
- [Helena Theurer Pavilion](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/helena-theurer-pavilion)
- [HMH Wayfinding - Digital Navigation Application](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/hmh-mobile-apps#wayfinding)
- [Undergraduate Clinical Placement Form](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/undergraduate-clinical-placement-form)
- [Volunteers](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/patients-and-visitors/volunteer-program)
## Specialty Programs Available
John Theurer Cancer Center
The [John Theurer Cancer Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/john-theurer-cancer-center) at Hackensack University Medical Center, a premier cancer center in NJ according to *U.S. News and World Repor*t, is recognized for specializing in the most advanced and comprehensive cancer treatments available anywhere in the world.
Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital
[Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/joseph-m-sanzari-children-hospital) is ranked the \#1 children’s hospital in New Jersey by *U.S. News & World Report*.
Donna A. Sanzari Women’s Hospital
Our comprehensive women’s services span the spectrum of care, from general wellness, maternity services and gynecology to sophisticated, cutting-edge gynecological, cancer and heart and vascular care.
Heart and Vascular Hospital
Our [Heart and Vascular Hospital](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/heart-vascular-hospital) is one of Health Grades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care™ and Coronary Intervention™, and nationally ranked Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery programs by *U.S. News & World Report*.
Hackensack Meridian Neuroscience Institute
[The Hackensack Meridian Neuroscience Institute](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/neurosciences) at Hackensack University Medical Center offers New Jersey’s only Neurology & Neurosurgery program nationally-ranked by U.S. News & World Report. The institute is host to an array of clinical trials, advanced treatments, technology, and innovative surgical techniques for the treatment of a wide range of brain, spine, and central nervous system disorders, including Alzheimer’s and dementia, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor, multiple sclerosis (MS), strokes, concussions, and more.
The Center for Healthy Senior Living
[The Center for Healthy Senior Living](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/center-for-healthy-senior-living) is part of Hackensack Meridian *Health’s* Division of Geriatrics, the center offers specialized programs for every stage of life to meet the needs of you and your family
Adult Trauma Center
We are a Level I trauma center which provides the highest level of surgical care to trauma patients. We are staffed 24/7 by trauma surgeons with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, and offer comprehensive care from injury through rehabilitation.
Pediatric Trauma Center
Our Level II pediatric trauma center is the only pediatric trauma center in Bergen County. Providing:
- Access to highly trained pediatric specialists for pediatric surgery, pediatric critical care and pediatric rehabilitation.
- Child-centered resources that cater to the unique physical and emotional needs of young patients.
- Faster diagnosis and treatment, which can prevent complications and improve outcomes.
Going to a pediatric trauma center ensures that your child’s care is tailored to their unique needs, giving them the best chance at a full recovery.
## Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I park?
We make parking as easy as possible. Our campus features valet parking as well as multiple garages for self-parking, including handicap parking.
In addition to the information below, Hackensack Meridian *Health* has also developed a Digital Navigation Application called [HMH Wayfinding](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/About-Us/HMH-Mobile-Apps#wayfinding), to help you more easily navigate parking and other points of interest at our facilities.
**Self Park Garages:**
Hours of Operation:
- Essex St. Garage Mon-Sun 24/7
- Helena Theurer Pavilion Mon-Sun 24/7.
- Women’s & Children’s Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sat & Sun 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- John Theurer Cancer Center Mon-Fri 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat & Sun 6 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Payment: Parking is available to all visitors in the Essex St. Garage and Women and Children’s garage for a nominal fee (currently \$8.00). If returning to the medical center for multiple visits through out the day, you can request a Same Day Return Voucher for an additional fee.
All major credit cards are accepted.
**Valet Services:**
Hours of Operation:
- Medical Plaza Mon-Fri 7 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- John Theurer Cancer Center Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Emergency Trauma Center Mon-Sun 24/7 for all patients
Payment: Visitor Parking also provides Valet Services at the John Theurer Cancer Center and Medical Plaza Building for a nominal fee (currently \$10.00). We also offer complimentary valet service to any patients who present to the Emergency Trauma Center for treatment.
All major credit cards are accepted.
**Handicap Parking:**
Handicap parking spots are available in all garages.
- Handicap valet services are available at the Medical Plaza for a nominal fee (currently \$5)
- Discounted handicap valet services booklets are also available at the Medical Plaza valet
- Handicap valet services are complimentary at the John Theurer Cancer Center
What information do I need to bring with me to the hospital?
Patients should bring the following information when registering for an appointment or hospital stay:
- Advance Directive
- Copay or deductible
- Driver’s license
- Insurance Card
- Medicare/Medicaid card
- Name and Social Security Number of the insured
- Referral forms from your physician (if required by your insurance carrier)
- Referral/Order Guidelines
- Worker’s compensation information (if applicable)
How can I access my medical records?
[You can sign into MyChart, our online patient portal](https://mychart.hmhn.org/mychart/Authentication/Login). You can use the portal to view your records, request medication refills, access test results, manage your appointments and more.
Can I visit my loved one in the hospital?
For information on reaching our hospitals, visitor information, and more, please review our [Visitation Guidelines](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/patients-and-visitors/visitation-guidelines).
## New Jersey's \#1 Adult and Children's Hospitals
Hackensack University Medical Center is the first hospital in New Jersey to be ranked among the Top 20 in the nation by *U.S. News & World Report* 2025-2026. It’s also the number one hospital in the New York–New Jersey metro area, and the number one hospital in New Jersey, yet again. With national rankings in ten specialities including Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery, Urology and Orthopedics, and the only hospital in New Jersey to be nationally ranked in Pulmonology, Ear Nose Throat, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Geriatrics and Cancer—you don’t have to go far for quality care. You’ll find it at Hackensack University Medical Center—one of the most clinically recognized hospitals in the country, right here in New Jersey.
To learn more, [visit our website.](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/awards/rankings)
In this [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_rcH_7IwoU), our team members share what it means to work at the \#1 hospital in New Jersey.
## Additional Videos
- [Hackensack University Medical Center's, The Promise](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMKt9ksyumU)
- [Take a Virtual Tour of the Helena Theurer Pavilion](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ul55jOxzqe0)
## Key Services
### B
[Bariatrics](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/bariatrics)
[Behavioral Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/behavioral-health)
[Breast Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/womens-health/breast-health)
### C
[Cancer Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/cancer-care)
[Cardiovascular Care & Heart Surgery](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/heart-care)
[Childrens Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/childrens-health)
### E
[Emergency Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/emergency-care)
[Endocrinology and Diabetes](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/endocrinology-and-diabetes)
[Executive Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/executive-health)
### G
[Gynecology](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/womens-health/gynecology)
### H
[Heart Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/heart-care)
[Home Health Care and Hospice](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/home-health-care-service)
[Hospital From Home](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/hospital-from-home)
### I
[Internal Medicine](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/primary-care)
### L
[Laboratory Services](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/laboratory-services)
### N
[Neurosciences](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/neurosciences)
### O
[Organ Transplant](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/organ-transplantation)
[Orthopedics](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/orthopedics)
### P
[Pain Management](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/pain-management)
[Palliative Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/palliative-care)
### R
[Radiology and Imaging](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/radiology-and-imaging)
[Rehabilitation](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/rehabilitation)
[Robotic Surgery](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/surgical-services/robotic-surgery)
### S
[Stroke Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/neurosciences/stroke-care)
[Surgical Services](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/surgical-services)
### U
[Urology](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/urology)
### W
[Women's and Maternity Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/womens-health)
[Wound Care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/wound-care)
[](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/behavioral-health)
[Behavioral Health and Psychiatry at Hackensack Meridian *Health*](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/behavioral-health)
Your trusted source for comprehensive addiction and mental health care for all ages. Join our Mental Health Awareness Webinar Series for expert guidance and support. [Register today.](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/behavioral-health)

##### Residency and Fellowship Programs at Hackensack University Medical Center
Residency & Fellowship programs at Hackensack University Medical Center offer diverse training opportunities. Learn more & advance your career.
## Why Choose Hackensack University Medical Center
- **Leaders in international research**: We helm cutting-edge research and clinical trials that lead to new treatment discoveries in cancer, neurology, orthopedics and more.
- **Level I Trauma Care:** Our industry leading trauma care center meets the stringent criteria, including 24/7 availability of specialized surgeons, advanced diagnostic equipment, and dedicated trauma teams ready to respond at a moment's notice. Achieving Level I verification signifies that our center has been verified by the Verification Review Committee (VRC), an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
- [](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en "Home")
- [Our Locations](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations "Our Locations")
- Hackensack University Medical Center
#### About Hackensack Meridian Health
- [About Us](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us "AboutUs")
- [Classes and Events](https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/)
- [Social Media](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/hmh-social-media)
- [Contact Us](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/contact-us "Contact Us")
- [Community Health Needs Assessment](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/community-health-needs-assessment)
- [Community Resources](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/_external-redirects/nowpow)
- [Newsroom](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/newsroom)
#### Careers
- [Careers](https://jobs.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/)We're hiring\!
- [Nursing Careers](https://jobs.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/nursing)
- [Physician Careers](https://jobs.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/physicians)
#### For Team Members
- [Current Team Member Careers](https://internal-hackensackmeridianhealth.icims.com/jobs/login?loginOnly=1&hashed=-435623455&mobile=false&width=1020&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240)
- [Employee Assistance Program](https://teamhmh.com/health-wellbeing/)
- [New Team Members](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/new-team-members)
- [Team Member Login](https://connect.hmhn.org/vpn/)
- [Team Member Wellbeing](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/feel-live-work-better)
#### Download the app
[](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hmh-well/id978484385)[](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hackensack.umc)
#### Follow us
More ways to make an appointment: [24/7 virtual care](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/services/virtual-and-urgent-care/virtual-care "HMH 24/7"), though [MyChart](https://mychart.hmhn.org/ "MyChart"), [book online](https://www.getcare.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/providers "Find a Doctor"), or call [1-844-HMH-WELL](tel:18444649355 "Call 844-HMH-WELL")
[Financial Statements](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/financial-statements)\|[Nondiscrimination Philosophy](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/nondiscrimination-policy)\|[Price Transparency](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/pay-bill/price-transparency)\|[Accessibility Statement](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/accessibility-statement)\|[Privacy Policy](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/privacy-policy)\|[Terms & Conditions](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/terms-and-conditions)
© 2026
[Hackensack Meridian *Health*](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en), Inc. is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax ID 22-3474145) under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. [Donations](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/donate) are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
### Cookie Consent
Our website uses cookies. Please review our [Privacy Policy](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/Privacy-Policy) to find out more about the cookies we use. Browsing our website means you accept these terms.
Accept
Dismiss |
| Readable Markdown | 

- [](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en "Home")
- [Our Locations](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations "Our Locations")
- Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack University Medical Center
## Plan Your Visit
### Address
30 Prospect Avenue
Hackensack
,
NJ
07601
26\.7 Miles Away
[Get Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/place/30%20Prospect%20Avenue%20%20Hackensack%20NJ%2007601)
### Hours
Open 24 Hours
Wait Time:
20
New patients arrive frequently, and some patients require more immediate attention regardless of when they arrive. Your wait time may differ from what is listed at the time of a patient's arrival. Wait times represent an average time from arrival to being seen by a clinician. Wait times are refreshed every 30 minutes. Wait times are provided for informational purposes only and cannot be guaranteed upon arrival. They may remain subject to change at all times without notice. When "NA" is displayed, wait time is unavailable.
MondayCall for hours
TuesdayCall for hours
WednesdayCall for hours
ThursdayCall for hours
FridayCall for hours
SaturdayCall for hours
SundayCall for hours
## Location Summary
### Overview
Located in the heart of Hackensack, NJ, with easy access from I-80, Rt. 4, and the Garden State Parkway, Hackensack University Medical Center is an 803-bed nonprofit teaching and research hospital—and Bergen County’s first hospital, founded in 1888. In addition to being the first hospital in New Jersey and the second in the nation to earn Magnet® recognition for nursing excellence—now with its seventh consecutive designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center—the medical center is also home to a designated [Level I Adult Trauma Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/humc---trauma-center) and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, providing specialized, comprehensive care for the most critical injuries in both adults and children.
The hospital also offers a wide range of advanced services, including mammography at the Betty Torricelli Institute for Breast Care. To schedule an appointment, call [551-996-2222](tel:15519962222 "551-996-2222").
Our campus features valet parking as well as multiple garages for self-parking, including handicap parking. More information about parking and visiting a patient at Hackensack University Medical Center is available on the [Patient and Visitor Information](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/patient-and-visitor-information) page.
[Learn more about us](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/about-us).
### Additional Information
- [Level I Trauma Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/humc---trauma-center)
- [Center for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/center-for-weight-loss-and-metabolic-health)
- [Center for Inflammatory Bowel Disease](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/center-for-inflammatory-bowel-disease)
- [Classes and Events](https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/c/calendar/f49350e3-bc63-4cd4-8334-3fd6484e8f7d)
- [Friends of Hackensack University Medical Center](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/friends)
- [Helena Theurer Pavilion](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/helena-theurer-pavilion)
- [HMH Wayfinding - Digital Navigation Application](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/hmh-mobile-apps#wayfinding)
- [Undergraduate Clinical Placement Form](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center/undergraduate-clinical-placement-form)
- [Volunteers](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/patients-and-visitors/volunteer-program)
Specialty Programs Available
Frequently Asked Questions
## New Jersey's \#1 Adult and Children's Hospitals
Hackensack University Medical Center is the first hospital in New Jersey to be ranked among the Top 20 in the nation by *U.S. News & World Report* 2025-2026. It’s also the number one hospital in the New York–New Jersey metro area, and the number one hospital in New Jersey, yet again. With national rankings in ten specialities including Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery, Urology and Orthopedics, and the only hospital in New Jersey to be nationally ranked in Pulmonology, Ear Nose Throat, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Geriatrics and Cancer—you don’t have to go far for quality care. You’ll find it at Hackensack University Medical Center—one of the most clinically recognized hospitals in the country, right here in New Jersey.
To learn more, [visit our website.](https://www.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/en/about-us/awards/rankings)
In this [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_rcH_7IwoU), our team members share what it means to work at the \#1 hospital in New Jersey.
## Key Services
### B
### C
### E
### G
### H
### I
### L
### N
### O
### P
### R
### S
### U
### W

##### Residency and Fellowship Programs at Hackensack University Medical Center
Residency & Fellowship programs at Hackensack University Medical Center offer diverse training opportunities. Learn more & advance your career.
## Why Choose Hackensack University Medical Center
- **Leaders in international research**: We helm cutting-edge research and clinical trials that lead to new treatment discoveries in cancer, neurology, orthopedics and more.
- **Level I Trauma Care:** Our industry leading trauma care center meets the stringent criteria, including 24/7 availability of specialized surgeons, advanced diagnostic equipment, and dedicated trauma teams ready to respond at a moment's notice. Achieving Level I verification signifies that our center has been verified by the Verification Review Committee (VRC), an ad hoc committee of the Committee on Trauma (COT) of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). |
| Shard | 94 (laksa) |
| Root Hash | 9863306920276353094 |
| Unparsed URL | org,hackensackmeridianhealth!www,/en/locations/hackensack-university-medical-center s443 |