JFK University Medical Center
JFK University Medical Center is a medical facility located in Edison, NJ. This hospital has been recognized for America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™, Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™, and more.
Patient Experience Rating
9% lower than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologySpecialty Clinical Quality Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in the care and treatment of stroke
Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in bariatric (weight loss) surgery
Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™ (2024)
Superior clinical outcomes in cranial neurosurgery
Neurosciences Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Superior clinical outcomes in stroke care and cranial neurosurgery
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Appendectomy
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Bariatric Surgery
In Hospital
Specialty Excellence Awards
Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™
2024, 2023, 2022
Complication Based Ratings
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Heart Attack
Mortality In-Hospital
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Heart Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
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Pulmonary Embolism
Mortality In-Hospital
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Respiratory Failure
Mortality In-Hospital
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Sepsis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Bowel Obstruction
Mortality In-Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
Mortality In-Hospital
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pancreatitis
Mortality In-Hospital
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Complication Based Ratings
Gynecologic Procedures
In Hospital
Hysterectomy
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
C-Section Delivery
In Hospital
Vaginal Delivery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Cranial Neurosurgery
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Stroke
Mortality In-Hospital
Mortality within 30 days
Specialty Excellence Awards
America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™
2024, 2023, 2022
Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™
2024
Neurosciences Excellence Award™
2024, 2023, 2022
Complication Based Ratings
Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Outpatient Rotator Cuff Repair
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
Transurethral Prostate Resection Surgery
In Hospital
Mortality Based Ratings
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Mortality In-Hospital
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Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Complication Based Ratings
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
Complication Based Ratings
Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Peripheral Vascular Bypass
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Learn more about patient experienceJFK University Medical Center
National Average
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
JFK University Medical Center
National Average
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
Peter G. Apr 13 2024
Review for Dr. Funiciello
Quick , courteous and competent. Answered and addressed all concerns and outlined a plan of treatment and next steps clearly . Textbook professionalism.
L. J. Mohan Apr 13 2024
Review for Dr. Stier
His thoroughness and clear communication to insure your aware of every second of his examination process. Always, always asking 'are you alright'. His sincere caring for your wellbeing is felt deep in your heart.
Apr 12 2024
Review for Dr. Idank
Dr Siddiqi and his team are excellent. They are always available to answer questions. Can’t be happier with my results or the commitment of his care team. Highly recommended
Apr 12 2024
Review for Dr. Siddiqi
He treats us like family and we couldn’t be happier with him. I am confident that he is top in his field.
Vic Loria Apr 12 2024
Review for Dr. Nissenblatt
Location
JFK University Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is JFK University Medical Center located?
JFK University Medical Center is located at 65 James St, Edison, NJ 08820. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has JFK University Medical Center won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, JFK University Medical Center has been awarded with America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™, Bariatric Surgery Excellence Award™, Cranial Neurosurgery Excellence Award™, and 1 more in the past two years.
Is JFK University Medical Center highly rated with patients?
56% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does JFK University Medical Center score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 13 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at JFK University Medical Center?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades JFK University Medical Center profile..
How does JFK University Medical Center rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
I went to see Dr. Funiciello with pain down my right leg so intense that I could only walk 2 city blocks and have to sit down. I was contemplating major back surgery when my surgeon suggested seeing Dr. Funiciello to get epidermal injections. After three sessions of injections roughly 4 months...