Hospital Hopping with Sally #2: Hackensack University Medical Center – Hackensack, NJ
- Sally Kalksma
- Jul 15
- 2 min read
Welcome to the second edition of Hospital Hopping with Sally. If you haven’t read Hospital Hopping #1, I encourage you to check it out so you understand my rating approach. These posts are based solely on my own observations and experiences, not medical reviews.
Surprisingly Beautiful
To put it simply: this hospital is beautiful. I didn’t expect anything quite so lovely as I made my way off Route 80.
Parking was easy and, with validation, free. From the garage, there’s a covered walkway that feels more like a botanical trail than a hospital corridor. The first lobby I entered had palm trees and reminded me of an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean.
Top-Floor Luxury
The patient’s room was a corner suite on the top floor of the new Helen Theurer Pavilion. It was spacious and well-equipped. A 72-inch flat screen TV, climate control, lighting, music, e-books, shades, and blinds—all operated from a bedside tablet.
There was even a couch overlooking a Manhattan skyline view that converted into a bed. The bathroom had great lighting and generous counter space.
Hospital Dining and Staff Impressions
The cafeteria was a pleasant surprise: lots of options and great food. I really enjoyed the grilled salmon and quinoa salad. One morning, I was mistakenly overcharged at breakfast. I mentioned it the next day, and the cashier removed the charge with no hesitation.
Staff were consistently helpful. I asked a lot of questions and was escorted to my destination twice by kind employees who took the time to guide me personally.
💊 Rating: 5 out of 5 pills
This hospital impressed on all levels: convenience, comfort, food, and staff.
Stay happy and healthy,
Sally
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