Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Raquel Ortiz is an experienced healthcare executive with extensive leadership roles, including Vice President of Ambulatory Services at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, where strategic direction was provided to achieve high-quality outcomes and enhance patient experiences. Prior to this role, Raquel served as AVP of Ambulatory Services and took on leadership positions within NALHE Tri-State Chapter, focusing on strategic initiatives and mentorship development. Raquel has also held significant operational roles at Garnet Health, overseeing fiscal operations and business development, as well as managing clinical and operational functions at Crystal Run Health and Beth Israel Medical Center. Raquel holds a Master of Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration from Iona University.
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Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, a clinical affiliate of Rutgers, is a 1,070-bed hospital located at 230 East Ridgewood Avenue in Paramus, NJ. The Medical Center is both the largest hospital and licensed nursing home in New Jersey and the fourth largest publicly owned hospital in the nation. Bergen New Bridge, a not-for-profit safety net facility, provides high-quality comprehensive services, including acute and ambulatory care, mental health and substance use disorder treatment, 24/7 emergency department, surgical suites, physical rehabilitation, pharmacy, laboratory, and radiologic services. Long Term Care includes secure Alzheimer/dementia units, hospice, respite care, short term rehabilitation, multi-cultural specialized care including our Korean Program, and an assisted living option at Mill Gardens in Midland Park. The Medical Center also has satellite offices in Bergenfield, Englewood and Paterson. Primary care and other health and wellness services are available at CareRite Now locations in select Inserra Supermarkets in Bergen County. Bergen New Bridge is in network with all major New Jersey commercial insurance plans covering 99.91% of NJ residents and is a member of the VA's Community Care Network. It is also recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Healthcare Equality Index.