First Female Board Chair Elected At Bergen New Bridge

PARAMUS, NJ — Julia Orlando will serve as the first female Board of Trustees for Bergen New Bridge Medical Center.

Orlando also serves as Director of the Bergen County Housing, Health and Human Services Center and a member of the Care Plus Bergen, Inc. Board of Trustees, according to a news release. She is the only woman currently serving as hospital board chair in Bergen County.

“I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to assume this role as I continue to advocate for an organization that is very near to my heart, particularly since its mission and core values are very much in line with my life’s work,” said Orlando in the news release. “I look forward to working closely with President and CEO Deb Visconi and her entire team as we take Bergen New Bridge to the next level of growth and community partnerships.”

New Bridge Medical Center, located in Paramus, is New Jersey's largest hospital.

“As a longtime advocate and supporter of Bergen New Bridge and a committed member of the Care Plus Bergen Board, Julia has acquired a comprehensive understanding of the Medical Center’s mission and its vital role in the community,” said Deborah Visconi, President and CEO. “There is no doubt she will be a tremendous asset to our leadership team as we continue to our efforts to diversify, develop, and transform the Medical Center into a destination hospital for the diverse communities we serve.”