James R. Gonzalez
– Board Chair –
Mr. Gonzalez, who announced his retirement effective Sept. 1, 2024, entered the healthcare field four decades ago, holding executive positions in several facilities in New York and New Jersey before his 2000 appointment as President and CEO of Broadway House. Located in Newark, N.J., Broadway House is New Jersey’s only dedicated nursing home for people with HIV/AIDS. The facility provides world-class healthcare, educational, and rehabilitative services, primarily to residents of urban areas.
While serving as President and CEO of Broadway House, Mr. Gonzalez was also appointed President and CEO of University Hospital in Newark from 2011 to 2015 to lead the hospital’s transition from a university-owned facility to a stand-alone, safety net teaching hospital through a merger between the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and Rutgers University. It was the largest merger of two university systems in the nation’s history.
Mr. Gonzalez earned a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern University and a Master of Public Health from the Yale School of Public Health. In addition, he is a Life Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives since 2007 and the New Jersey Chapter selected him to receive its Distinguished Service Award in 2017.
Mr. Gonzalez serves on a host of industry-related boards, including his recent elevation to Chairman of the Board of St. James Health Center. He also serves on the boards of the VNA Health Group, the Health Care Association of NJ (Past Chairman), the Homeless Commission of the City of Newark, the Greater Newark Healthcare Coalition, and the FBI Newark Citizens Academy Alumni Association.
Mr. Gonzalez serves as an Instructor for the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and is a member of its Admission Committee since its inception in 2015.
Our Mission
At Saint James Health, a federally qualified health center, we are dedicated to delivering a comprehensive range of high-quality primary care services in a comfortable environment, ensuring access for all, regardless of financial circumstances.
Specializing in chronic diseases and family care, we prioritize evidence-based practices and continuous improvement to achieve excellence in healthcare delivery.
Grounded in compassion and respect, we provide holistic and empathetic care, addressing the needs of the families and community of Newark.
Vision
Saint James Health is the trusted health care provider for the Greater Newark community, providing reliable access to high quality, affordable, community-based care for you and your family. We provide care in a compassionate environment where staff and patients partner to improve community health.
High-quality and accessible primary care for patients across the lifespan.
Foster open doors and safe spaces where the community feels comfortable and cared for.
Sustainability as an organization, able to continue to deliver care to the community for years to come.
Commitment to diverse and culturally aligned services that address and are responsive to the changing needs of families in Newark.
Innovating with new technology, models of care and strategic partnerships to expand access to health and health-related services for the community.
Being a strong partner to organizations throughout and beyond Newark.
