Hudson Regional Heath’s Secaucus University Hospital has been recognized by the American Heart Association for their exceptional stroke care.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View
Specifically, SUH received the AHA’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Silver Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to excellence in stroke care.
The AHA cited SUH’s commitment to ensuring people experiencing stroke receive timely, appropriate treatment based on nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately helping to save lives and reduce disability.
“The American Heart Association is proud to recognize Hudson Regional Health for its commitment to caring for people experiencing stroke,” AHA Steven Messe Stroke System of Care Advisory Group Chair Dr. Steven Messe said in a statement.
“Participation in Get With The Guidelines is associated with improved patient outcomes, including greater likelihood of being discharged home, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates – a meaningful benefit for health care systems, families and local communities.”
SUH has been a designated Primary Stroke Center by the New Jersey Department of Health since 2022. Its Emergency Department physicians, nurses and staff receive specialized training to rapidly assess patients experiencing a stroke and provide timely, evidence-based treatment. In 2023, SUH expanded its advanced cardiovascular services with the opening of its Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, equipped with state-of-the-art imaging technology to diagnose and treat complex coronary and vascular diseases.
“This recognition demonstrates Hudson Regional Health’s unwavering dedication to providing world-class care close to home,” added HRH Board Chair Yan Moshe.
“I thank our physicians, nurses and entire stroke team for consistently delivering exceptional, and often times lifesaving care to every patient who walks through our doors.”
Stroke is the number four cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S, according to the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report.
“We are proud that our facilities continue to set a high standard for ensuring our patients have access to the most advanced stroke care available,” noted HRH CEO and President Dr. Nizar Kifaieh.
“Thank you to the American Heart Association for recognizing our ongoing commitment to advancing stroke treatment and improving outcomes for the communities we serve.”
