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Stroke Recovery: Navigating Life and Finding Hope
May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about the warning signs of stroke using the B.E.F.A.S.T. framework - Balance loss, Eyesight changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call 911.1...
Understanding the Connection: Why Managing Stress is Vital for Your Health
April is National Stress Awareness Month, and we believe your mental well-being is just as critical as your physical health. Here are helpful tips and considerations for managing stress and its impact on overall health. The Hidden Impact of Stress...
Healthgrades Names St. Mary’s General Hospital a 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ Recipient
St. Mary’s General Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, has achieved the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award™ from Healthgrades, the #1 site Americans use to find a doctor or hospital. This award reflects St. Mary’s General’s commitment…
Celebrating Patient Safety Awareness Week 2026
At St. Mary’s General Hospital Patient Safety is a Mission, Not a StatisticAs we observe Patient Safety Awareness Week, we extend our sincere gratitude to our healthcare professionals who are dedicated every day to delivering the highest standards...
Your Heart, Your Health: What to Know This American Heart Month
Every February, we observe American Heart Month, a time to pause and focus on the most hardworking organ in the human body. At St. Mary’s General Hospital, we believe heart health is about more than preventing disease; it’s about supporting...
Why Strong Emergency Medical Services Matter During Winter Months
Winter often brings an increase in medical emergencies that require prompt, expert care. Cold temperatures, respiratory illnesses, and hazardous conditions can create situations where quick access to emergency services becomes essential for...
St. Mary’s General Recognized Nationally with 9th Straight “A” in Patient Safety
St. Mary’s General Hospital earned its 9th “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 to general hospitals across the country using…
Annual Public Meeting 2025
Annual Public Meeting. Wednesday, September 10th at 2:00 pm . In accordance with NJ State law,* St. Mary’s General Hospital will hold its Annual Public Meeting for the community on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and can be accessed via Microsoft Teams…
Pioneering Cardiac Electrophysiology Research for Over Three Decades
St. Mary’s General Hospital Electrophysiologist, Dr. Atul Prakash has recently published three groundbreaking research papers that are set to transform the field of cardiology. His study on “Physiological Ventricular Pacing from the Right Side…
St. Mary’s General Hospital Names New Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Dr. Tyrone James Krause has joined St. Mary’s General Hospital, in Passaic, NJ, as Chief Cardiothoracic Surgeon. Dr. Krause brings with him an impressive career spanning over 30 years in cardiothoracic surgery. Most recently, he served…
St. Mary’s General Hospital Performs 1st Surgery with State-of-the-Art da Vinci Xi Surgical System
St. Mary’s General Hospital in Passaic, NJ, is proud to announce the acquisition of the da Vinci Xi Surgical System, a cutting-edge advancement in robotic surgery. This state-of-the-art system is now the centerpiece of our newly established Center for Robotic Surgery…
Navigating Health with FastTrackCare: A Day in the Life
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, health often takes a backseat to our many responsibilities. FastTrackCare is an up-to-the minute service that puts time back in your control. Let's take a look at how families, busy professionals, and...