(Camden, NJ) — Cooper University Health Care has been named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2026, earning the highest possible five-star rating and ranking among only 33 organizations in New Jersey to receive this distinction.
The national recognition highlights companies that are actively advancing gender equity through inclusive workplace cultures, equitable policies, and opportunities for professional growth. The ranking is based on a nationwide survey of more than 89,000 female employees, along with an analysis of over 37 million data points across 120 key performance indicators, including gender equality, fairness, and inclusion.
“This recognition reflects Cooper’s deep and ongoing commitment to fostering a workplace where all team members are supported, empowered, and positioned to lead,” said George E. Norcross III, chairman of Cooper University Health Care. “We are proud to be part of a national movement that is breaking down barriers and creating meaningful opportunities for women at every level of our organization.”
“At Cooper, we recognize that our strength comes from the diverse talent within the Cooper workforce all unified behind our mission to serve, to heal, to educate,” said Kevin O’Dowd, co-CEO of Cooper University Health Care. “This honor affirms our efforts to build a culture rooted in respect, belonging, and inclusion, where all team members can thrive professionally and personally.”
“This achievement is especially meaningful because it reflects the voices and experiences of women themselves,” said Anthony Mazzarelli, MD, JD, MBE, co-CEO of Cooper University Health Care. “We remain committed to advancing policies and practices that support career development, leadership advancement, and work-life balance for all team members.”
The Newsweek ranking, developed in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group and supported by HR analytics firm Aniline, recognizes organizations that are setting new standards for workplace excellence. The 2026 list comes at a critical time, as recent data highlights ongoing challenges, including a widening wage gap and persistent systemic barriers facing women in the workforce.
In addition to this honor, Cooper was also recognized in 2026 by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers, further underscoring the organization’s commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture. By earning a place on this prestigious list, Cooper joins leading organizations across the country that are driving meaningful change and creating environments where women can succeed and lead.
About Cooper University Health Care
Cooper University Health Care is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Cooper, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, has revenues of more than $2.4 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.
Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members, including nearly 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.
Cooper operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as three hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital in Camden.
Cooper University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 trauma center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for six years.
More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper’s facilities annually. Cooper’s ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.
Cooper was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.
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