Leaders, Staff, Patients & Community Partners Celebrate Milestone in Development of the Vogel Medical Campus at Tinton Falls
- The Vogel Medical Campus in Tinton Falls, New Jersey, is a significant development for Monmouth Medical Center, aimed at enhancing local healthcare access, particularly in specialty and cancer care, with a groundbreaking that marks a milestone for the community.
- The campus, set to open in 2025, will feature state-of-the-art cancer treatment facilities, including a comprehensive oncology clinic and infusion and radiation therapy centers, in collaboration with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey to provide cutting-edge services without the need for patients to travel far.
- Monmouth Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, continues to expand its regional healthcare leadership with the Vogel Medical Campus, supported by community and philanthropic efforts, solidifying its commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare services in Monmouth County and beyond.
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Enhancing Local Healthcare Access in New Jersey
In a significant milestone for Monmouth Medical Center and the local community, leaders, staff, patients, and community partners gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Vogel Medical Campus in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. This latest development marks a major step towards enhancing healthcare access and services in the region, particularly in the fields of specialty and cancer care.
A New Era in Healthcare
The Vogel Medical Campus, located at the historic Fort Monmouth Myer Center site, promises to revolutionize the way healthcare is delivered in Monmouth County. The five-story, 150,000-square-foot outpatient center is set to open in 2025 and will offer a comprehensive range of services, including same-day surgery, advanced diagnostic imaging, and high-quality cancer care in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey.
Comprehensive Cancer Care
One of the most exciting aspects of this new campus is its dedication to state-of-the-art cancer services. The Specialty and Cancer Care Pavilion will house a comprehensive oncology clinic, centers for infusion therapy, and cutting-edge radiation therapy facilities. This integrated approach aims to provide patients with seamless access to all their cancer treatment needs, ensuring that they receive the best possible care without having to travel far from home.
Seamless Integration with Rutgers Cancer Institute
The partnership between Monmouth Medical Center and Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey is a cornerstone of the Vogel Medical Campus. This collaboration brings New Jersey’s only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center to the region, offering patients access to the latest advancements in cancer research and treatment. As Steven Libutti, MD, FACS, Director of Rutgers Cancer Institute, noted, "We know that cancer doesn’t travel well, and patients shouldn’t have to leave the state or go far from home to receive the best care possible".
Enhancing Patient Experience
The Vogel Medical Campus is designed with the patient experience at its forefront. The park-like setting will feature expansive environmental considerations such as water features and walking paths, creating a serene atmosphere for patients and their loved ones. Additionally, the campus will leverage the latest advancements in medical space planning and technology to ensure easy access for patients and an ideal space for physicians to deliver the highest caliber of care.
A Commitment to Community
Monmouth Medical Center has engaged in years of planning to reach this important milestone, working closely with local community members and partners to develop a new campus that provides exceptional, patient-centered care. As Eric Carney, President and Chief Executive Officer of Monmouth Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus, emphasized, "We are proud of the trust and confidence placed in us to transform healthcare in the region through the development of the Vogel Medical Campus".
RWJBarnabas Health’s Ongoing Commitment
The Vogel Medical Campus reflects Monmouth Medical Center’s and RWJBarnabas Health’s ongoing commitment to Monmouth County. Mark E. Manigan, President and Chief Executive Officer of RWJBarnabas Health, underscored this commitment, stating, "Our collective investment in Monmouth Medical Center, through the Vogel Medical Campus, allows us to expand access to high-quality, equitable care to the residents of Monmouth County and beyond".
Community Support and Philanthropy
The development of the Vogel Medical Campus has been made possible through the support of community leaders and philanthropic supporters. Bill Arnold, Executive Vice President and President of the Southern Region of RWJBarnabas Health, and Chief Executive Officer of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, acknowledged the importance of community involvement, saying, "Our evolution is only made possible thanks to the community leaders and philanthropic supporters who work alongside us to bring Monmouth County’s residents what they need".
A Future of World-Class Healthcare
The Vogel Medical Campus marks a significant step towards a future where residents can receive world-class healthcare close to home. With its state-of-the-art facilities and comprehensive services, this new campus is poised to transform the landscape of local healthcare, ensuring that Monmouth County residents have access to the best possible medical care.
Leadership and Partnerships
Monmouth Medical Center’s Role in Regional Healthcare
Monmouth Medical Center, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, has long been a regional leader in healthcare. As the first hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties, it offers the most experienced surgeons in robotics and other minimally invasive procedures, as well as bariatric and joint and spine surgery. The hospital delivers more babies annually than all other hospitals in Monmouth and Ocean counties combined and is among the top four in the state. Recently, Monmouth Medical Center was recognized by Newsweek magazine as one of nine New Jersey hospitals to be a top maternity hospital.
RWJBarnabas Health’s Comprehensive Services
RWJBarnabas Health offers a wide range of services beyond the Vogel Medical Campus. These include access to the region’s top cardiologists and award-winning, nationally recognized heart centers. The health network also includes Children’s Specialized Hospital with a network of outpatient centers, a behavioral health center, and the state’s largest behavioral health network. Additionally, RWJBarnabas Health operates two trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, an affiliated medical group, multi-site imaging centers, and two accountable care organizations.
Conclusion
The groundbreaking of the Vogel Medical Campus at Tinton Falls represents a major milestone in the development of local healthcare services. This new facility promises to enhance access to high-quality care, particularly in the fields of specialty and cancer care. As Monmouth Medical Center continues to evolve and expand its services, it remains committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care to the residents of Monmouth County. With partnerships like the one with Rutgers Cancer Institute and the support of the community, the Vogel Medical Campus is set to transform the future of healthcare in New Jersey.
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