Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway Patient Advocate

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway is committed to providing quality care in a compassionate manner. If a patient or visitor has any concern related to care, safety or service, we encourage them to bring it to our attention through our Patient Advocate program. Among other services, a hospital Patient Advocate ensures patient rights are upheld by:

  • Promoting patient rights and responsibilities
  • Acting as a liaison between patients and hospital staff
  • Working to resolve complaints and grievances
  • Assisting in securing interpreter services
  • Assisting with patients’ special needs

Contact Information
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Rahway Patient Advocate Office
Phone: 732-499-6136

Mary Jackson, Manager of Patient Experience, Mary.Jackson@rwjbh.org
Meredith Platzke, Coordinator of Patient Advocacy. Meredith.Platzke@rwjbh.org
Should a matter remain unresolved, the patient or visitor may wish to speak with the following organizations as well:

New Jersey Department of Health: 800-792-9770
The Joint Commission: 800-994-6610

Patient Stories

  • “So many people are waiting for organs, and becoming a donor has only made my life better,” she says. “Being able to give Carlos the gift of life is a blessing, and I hope our story inspires others to do the same.”

    Carlos
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  • When Gerald Corrado developed a rare swallowing disorder called achalasia, a highly specialized procedure called POEM helped his esophagus empty its contents.

    Gerald
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  • “In addition to my knee, my self-esteem, confidence and quality of life are a thousand percent better. Now I can’t sit still. I’m always on the move.”

    April
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