Saint Michael's Medical Center

03/28/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month 💙

Join the In The Pink Cancer Early Detection and Education Program of Saint Michael’s Medical Center for a free community event focused on prevention, education, and early detection.

Saturday, March 28, 2026
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Main Lobby, Saint Michael’s Medical Center – Newark, NJ

✔ Walk-through inflatable colon experience
✔ Free at-home stool screening kits
✔ Blood pressure & glucose screenings
✔ Gut-healthy nutrition education
✔ Discussion with Dr. Mohamed Eldesouki

Take control of your health — screening saves lives.

🔗 Learn more: https://smmcnj.com/event/colon-cancer-awareness-event/

03/26/2026

Once on the brink of closure, Saint Michael’s Medical Center has transformed into a powerful example of what’s possible when community support, strategic investment, strong leadership alignment, and an unwavering commitment to quality care come together.

For more than 150 years, Saint Michael’s has proudly served Newark—caring for the community, with the community, and always for Newark. Over the past decade in particular, the progress has been remarkable, with meaningful advancements that continue to elevate patient care and outcomes.

This is a story of resilience, renewal, and purpose—and it’s only just beginning.

More to come. Stay tuned.

03/25/2026

Please join us in welcoming Chad E. Schmidgall, MBA, RA, as our new Director of Facilities Management at Saint Michael’s Medical Center.

With over 20 years of experience in healthcare operations and facilities leadership, Chad has successfully led multimillion-dollar construction projects, ensured regulatory compliance, and maintained safe, high-performing environments for patients and staff. His leadership has been instrumental in navigating complex challenges—from emergency preparedness during hurricanes to critical infrastructure projects that expand patient care.

We are excited to have Chad join our team and look forward to the expertise and leadership he brings to our organization.

03/24/2026

Thank you to the Township of Belleville, NJ, Seniors Recreation Center for welcoming Saint Michael’s Medical Center for an engaging and informative presentation on brain health and stroke care.

Participants learned about the importance of maintaining brain health, practical steps to improve it, and how to recognize the signs of a stroke. Our stroke coordinator, Jenn Carrillo, RN, along with our resident physicians, led interactive activities that kept everyone involved and informed.

We also offered wellness screenings, giving seniors the opportunity to check their blood pressure and blood sugar levels and better understand their health numbers.

03/20/2026

At Saint Michael’s Medical Center, patient voices help shape how we grow, improve, and deliver care.

We are seeking patients, family members, and caregivers to join our Patient & Family Advisory Council (PFAC) and share their experiences to help improve care for our community.

Our first meeting will take place this month, and there is still time to express interest in joining the council.

Interested in participating?
Email: KRossomando@primehealthcare.com

03/18/2026

Sleep apnea is more than just disrupted sleep — it can have serious effects on your heart health, including high blood pressure, heart attacks, and heart failure.

At Saint Michael’s Medical Center, our physicians are here to help you breathe easier and sleep better.

Call (973) 877-5080 to learn about your treatment options.

03/17/2026

We are proud to announce the promotion of Ioannis Serris, PharmD, MHS, BCCCP to Director of Pharmacy at Saint Michael’s Medical Center.

Since joining our team in 2023 as a Critical Care Clinical Pharmacist, Ioannis has demonstrated exceptional clinical expertise, leadership, and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care. His work across multiple hospital committees and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and care teams has made a meaningful impact on the care we deliver to our patients.

Please join us in congratulating Ioannis on this well-deserved promotion and wishing him continued success in his new leadership role.

03/17/2026

While HIV may not dominate headlines the way it once did, it remains a serious public health issue in many communities — including right here in Newark.

To help expand access to testing, prevention, and education, Saint Michael’s Medical Center is bringing care directly into the community through our new Mobile Medical Unit from the Peter Ho Memorial Center.

In this interview with Ken Rosato on On New Jersey our CEO Dr. Alan Sickles and Infectious Disease Specialist Dr. Jihad Slim discuss how this initiative helps remove barriers to care and ensures more people have access to critical, life-saving services.

By meeting people where they live and work, we can make prevention, early detection, and treatment more accessible than ever.

Healthcare shouldn’t be out of reach. Sometimes it just needs to be on wheels.

While HIV may not be in the headlines as often as it once was, it remains a serious public health issue in many communities, including here in Newark. Access...

03/16/2026

Last week we celebrated more than 50 incredible team members at our 2026 Employee Service Awards.

Employees were recognized for their years of service in 5-year milestones, reflecting their dedication to caring for our patients and serving our community.

The photos here feature some of our most senior honorees, who have dedicated 30 to 45 years to Saint Michael’s Medical Center. Their commitment and compassion continue to inspire us all.

Thank you for being such an important part of our hospital family.

03/13/2026

At Saint Michael’s Medical Center, patient voices guide how we grow and improve.

We’re seeking current and former patients, family members, and caregivers to join our Patient & Family Advisory Council and help shape the future of care.

Interested in joining?
Email: KRossomando@primehealthcare.com

03/13/2026

Serving Newark means caring for our neighbors — and earning their trust.

We’re grateful for patients like Devin who share their experience.

03/12/2026

Compassion in action.

We proudly recognize our extraordinary Emergency Department team members, Regina Abarquez, Staff Nurse, and Michele Grumbine, Clinical Supervisor, for their vigilance and dedication in identifying a potential organ donor and promptly notifying the NJ Sharing Network.

Because of their swift action, a patient received the lifesaving gift of a liver—bringing hope, healing, and precious time to another family.

Their actions honored a patient’s legacy and remind us of the profound impact our caregivers make every day.