Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
230 East Ridgewood Ave., Paramus, N.J.. 07652
201-967-4000
newbridgehealth.org
Employees: 2,100 plus
Beds: 1,070
Leadership: Deborah Visconi, president and CEO;
Dr. Irfan Admani, chief of cardiology
Noteworthy: Named a Top Hospital and Top Teaching Hospital nationally by The Leapfrog Group for its achievements in patient safety and quality. This is the fourth year in a row the Medical Center has been recognized with the top rating.
What They Say: One of the innovations we are bringing to cardiac care at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is the integration of cardiology services in our ambulatory care center. Oftentimes, primary care providers are the first line of defense when it comes to cardiovascular disease. By having cardiologists work directly with primary care providers, the Medical Center will offer seamless care leading to earlier diagnosis of cardiovascular disease by identifying high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and other risk factors.
The partnership between primary care and cardiology can encourage patients to make essential lifestyle changes related to exercise, reduction of alcohol consumption, quitting smoking and eating a healthy diet. These actions can greatly reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and for those already diagnosed, can improve their overall health and wellness.
Another exciting innovation coming in 2025 to Bergen New Bridge will be cardiac computed tomography angiography, also known as a coronary CT angiogram. This noninvasive imaging test can assist with identifying the buildup of plaque, blockages, or other abnormalities in the coronary arteries and anatomy. We will use AI powered diagnostic capabilities as the algorithms can analyze medical imaging studies to diagnose a wide variety of heart disease with greater accuracy than traditional methods. Health care providers should take advantage of the latest advances in technology that can more effectively screen and diagnose patients for heart disease, which will lead to healthier outcomes for all.
