Doctors & Hospital News
Doctors Making News
Here are some New Jersey physicians who have been in the news during 2026 because of notable medical, scientific, humanitarian, or healthcare leadership work. These are based on verified reporting; not every physician received media attention specifically for a medical breakthrough, but each has been recognized for significant contributions.
Why They Made News in 2026
Adam Hamawy
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Continued recognition for humanitarian reconstructive surgery in conflict zones while launching a congressional campaign in New Jersey.
“A Trauma Surgeon Bringing Battlefield Medicine to Public Service.” Dr. Hamawy’s career illustrates how expertise developed in military and humanitarian settings can influence healthcare policy and public leadership.
Jeffrey Le Benger
Internal Medicine / Healthcare Leadership
Highlighted after more than 230 Summit Health and Westmed physicians were recognized in the 2026 Castle Connolly Top Doctors list.
“Leadership Beyond the Clinic.” Physician leaders play a key role in improving access, recruiting talent, and raising standards of care across New Jersey.
Joseph A. Bordieri
Orthopedic Surgery
Recognized as a 2026 NJ Top Doc for clinical excellence.
“Consistency Is a Breakthrough.” Years of outstanding patient outcomes and peer recognition demonstrate that sustained excellence can be as influential as a single discovery.
Broader healthcare stories in New Jersey during 2026
Several major developments also shaped physician news across the state:
The New Jersey Department of Health launched a public health resource hub ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and announced the state’s first licensed Mobile Integrated Health program, creating new opportunities for physicians involved in emergency and community medicine.
The 2026 NJBIZ Health Care Power List recognized healthcare executives, physician leaders, and innovators driving advances in patient care, workforce development, and hospital leadership throughout New Jersey.
Hospital Making News
| County | Hospital | Address | Phone | Recent News |
| Monmouth | HMH Jersey Shore University Medical Center | 1945 NJ-33, Neptune City, NJ 07753 | (732) 775-5500 | Frequently featured for trauma care, cardiac services, and national hospital rankings. |
| Monmouth | HMH Riverview Medical Center | 1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, NJ 07701 | (732) 741-2700 | Recognized in recent specialty care rankings. |
| Monmouth | Monmouth Medical Center | 300 Second Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740 | (732) 222-5200 | Continues to make news for maternity, pediatric and academic medicine initiatives. |
| Monmouth | CentraState Medical Center | 901 W Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728 | (732) 431-2000 | Named among Newsweek’s Best Hospitals for Specialized Care 2026. |
| Middlesex | Saint Peter’s University Hospital | 254 Easton Ave, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | (732) 745-8600 | Frequently covered for pediatric and cancer care developments. |
| Middlesex | HMH JFK University Medical Center | 65 James St, Edison, NJ 08820 | (732) 321-7000 | News involving stroke care, cardiac care and technology investments. |
| Middlesex | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital | 1 Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | (732) 828-3000 | Frequently in the news for cancer care, children’s services and research. |
| Ocean | HMH Ocean University Medical Center | 425 Jack Martin Blvd, Brick, NJ 08724 | (732) 840-2200 | Featured for emergency medicine, cardiac care and expansion projects. |
| Ocean | HMH Southern Ocean Medical Center | 1140 Route 72 W, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | (609) 597-6011 | News related to patient care improvements and specialty services. |
| Ocean | Monmouth Medical Center, Southern Campus | 600 River Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701 | (732) 363-1900 | Coverage involving emergency care and community healthcare initiatives. |
| Mercer | Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton | 1 Hamilton Health Place, Hamilton, NJ 08690 | (609) 586-7900 | Featured for patient safety, cancer care and hospital quality. |
| Mercer | Capital Health Regional Medical Center | 750 Brunswick Ave, Trenton, NJ 08638 | (609) 394-6000 | News involving trauma services and regional healthcare expansion. |
| Mercer | Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell | One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534 | (609) 303-4000 | Featured for advanced surgical and cancer services. |
| Essex | University Hospital | 150 Bergen St, Newark, NJ 07103 | (973) 972-4300 | Frequently in statewide news for trauma, transplant and academic medicine. |
| Essex | Saint Michael’s Medical Center | 111 Central Ave, Newark, NJ 07102 | (973) 877-5000 | Featured for cardiovascular care and hospital initiatives. |
| Essex | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center | 201 Lyons Ave, Newark, NJ 07112 | (973) 926-7000 | Children’s hospital and specialty care recognized nationally. |
| Union | Trinitas Regional Medical Center | 225 Williamson St, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 | (908) 994-5000 | News involving behavioral health and emergency care services. |
| Union | Overlook Medical Center | 99 Beauvoir Ave, Summit, NJ 07901 | (908) 522-2000 | One of New Jersey’s highest-ranked hospitals, regularly featured for specialty care. |
| Statewide (NJ) | Hackensack University Medical Center | 30 Prospect Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601 | (551) 996-2000 | Consistently among the state’s most-covered hospitals for research, rankings and innovation. |
| Statewide | Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center | 100 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960 | (973) 971-5000 | Nationally recognized for specialty care and patient outcomes. |
Verified 2026 doctors in the news (Monmouth, Middlesex & Ocean focus)
Dr. Robert Lebovics
Specialty: Otolaryngology (ENT) / Airway & Lung Disorders
County relevance: Middlesex County (Edison)
Hospital affiliation: Hackensack Meridian Health – Advanced Lung & Airway Center
News angle (2026): Dr. Lebovics became a news figure during the 2026 New Jersey U.S. Senate Republican primary, where he ran as a physician-candidate and received statewide editorial and political coverage
Editorial summary:
Coverage focused on the growing number of physicians entering politics, with Dr. Lebovics presented as a doctor arguing for healthcare-cost reform and physician-led policymaking.
Practice location:
Hackensack Meridian Health
Advanced Lung & Airway Center
Edison, NJ 08820
Dr. Joseph A. Bordieri
Specialty: Internal Medicine / Primary Care
County relevance: Monmouth County physician network
News angle (2026): Recognized by NJ Top Docs for 2026 professional merit and patient care excellence.
Editorial summary:
The editorial-style feature highlighted his clinical reputation, long-term patient relationships, and professional recognition within New Jersey medicine.