Cooper University Health Care Chairman George E. Norcross III Announces Long-Term Vision for Growth in Cape May and Atlantic Counties

Announcement Comes After Cooper Again Ranked Top Hospital in South Jersey by U.S. News & World Report

(CAMDEN, NJ) – Just two weeks after Cooper University Health Care acquired Cape Regional Health System, Cooper Chairman George E. Norcross, III announced last week his long-term vision for a significant expansion in Cape May and Atlantic counties. The announcement, made on the Harry Hurley show, comes just days after U.S. Read more.

Cooper University Health Care Ranked Among Top Hospitals Regionally and High-Performing Nationally in Multiple Specialties by U.S. News & World Report

Cooper University Health Care was recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals annual survey as one of the top 10 hospitals in the state of New Jersey – and is the highest-ranking hospital in southern New Jersey. Cooper is among the elite 11% of U.S. hospitals that earned a numerical ranking.

Cooper was also rated high performing nationally in 10 procedure and condition specialty areas, including:

  • Leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma.
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Subaru Loves to Care® Initiative Continues With $30,000 Donation to The Cooper Foundation Helping Camden-Based Patients for Third Year in a Row

In a commitment to furthering its partnership with Cooper University Health Care and bolstering essential services for the Camden community, Subaru of America, Inc., has announced its continued support of $30,000 for durable medical equipment and transportation services to continue to fuel Cooper’s mission. This donation, part of the Subaru Loves to Care® initiative, aims to provide access to vital medical equipment to Camden City residents. Read more.

Cooper University Health Care Named to Newsweek’s 2024 Best Maternity Hospitals List

Cooper University Health Care has been named on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Maternity Hospitals 2024, marking its third consecutive year on the list. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

“We are deeply honored by this acknowledgment, which highlights Cooper’s dedication to perinatal safety and our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care and quality for mothers and their newborns,” stated Robin Perry, MD, MSEd, FACOG, chief and chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine and associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Read more.

It’s Official: Cape Regional Is Now Part of Cooper University Health Care

(CAMDEN and CAPE MAY, NJ) – The closing is complete and Cape Regional Health System is now part of Cooper University Health Care, effective today, July 1, 2024. As part of the closing, Cape Regional Medical Center has been renamed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional.

“This agreement will transform health care for the residents and visitors of Cape May and Atlantic counties,” said George E. Read more.

The Cooper Foundation Raises $115K for Center for LGBTQ+ Health at Grand Opening for New Collingswood Location

A grand opening celebration for a new, dedicated location for the Center for LGBTQ+ Health at Cooper in Collingswood, NJ last week raised $115,000 for LGBTQ+ health initiatives thanks to the generosity of supporters who share in Cooper University Health Care’s commitment to equitable and inclusive health care for all.

More than 125 supporters joined The Cooper Foundation for the Cooper Proud Celebration, held at the Collingswood Ballroom. Read more.

New Jersey Superior Court Approves Cape Regional Health System Joining Cooper University Health Care

(CAMDEN and CAPE MAY, NJ) – The New Jersey Superior Court in Cape May County has approved Cape Regional Health System joining Cooper University Health Care.

“This historic agreement will provide the residents and visitors of Cape May and Atlantic Counties with greater access to more health care resources, innovative technologies, and specialists,” said George E. Norcross III, Chairman of Cooper University Health Care’s Board of Trustees. Read more.

2024 Cooper Cup Golf Outing swings $300,000 to drive South Jersey Health Care and Community Programs

Two hundred golfers celebrated a day of philanthropy and sporting spirit at the 4th Annual Cooper Cup Golf Outing on May 15, 2024, channeling their passion for the game into raising nearly $300,000 for Cooper University Health Care.

The sold-out event was held at Ramblewood Country Club in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, providing a platform for friendly competition among industry peers while championing the philanthropic initiatives of The Cooper Foundation. Read more.

Common childhood eye disorder is best treated by patching earlier, a new study published in The Lancet shows

Most children with a ‘lazy eye’ benefit from earlier patching, new research by University of Leicester and Cooper Medical School of Rowan University experts show.

Amblyopia (or lazy eye), the most common childhood visual disease, is typically treated by wearing glasses to correct the patient’s vision for a lengthy period of time before patching the eye with better vision to stimulate the weaker eye. Read more.

Cooper University Health Care Nurse Named 2024 GI Professional of the Year Award by American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses

Jeanne M. Greer, RN, BSN, CGRN, director of operations for Cooper University Health Care’s Digestive Health Institute (DHI), was recently named 2024 GI Professional of the Year Award by American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology (GI) Nurses.

The American Board of Certification for Gastroenterology Nurses provides a certification and recertification program for registered nurses for gastroenterology and gastroenterology endoscopy that promotes their knowledge, skill, and competency to ensure quality patient care and outcomes. Read more.