Welcome from the Department Chair
On behalf of our faculty, welcome to the Department of Anesthesiology at Hackensack University Medical Center, one of the nation’s leading health care institutions. As Chair, my goal is to support clinical excellence, quality education and innovative research. We attract faculty from the nation’s leading institutions and offer state-of-the-art technology and resources to promote delivery of care of the safest and highest quality.
Since joining the Department in 1986 and becoming Chair in 1992, I have had the privilege of being part of tremendous growth in our department, institution and specialty. My roles as a member of the medical executive committee, hospital board of governors and executive leadership afford representation of Anesthesiology in all essential domains of the medical center’s function. I am truly excited about the opening of the new Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, and my roles as Founding Chairman of the Hackensack Meridian Health Department of Anesthesiology and delegate for the New Jersey State Society of Anesthesiologists.
Thank you for your interest in the Anesthesiology Residency Program at Hackensack University Medical Center. I encourage you to explore how our program will help prepare physicians to be active members and potential leaders in our field.
Mark D. Schlesinger, M.D.
Founding Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
Hackensack University Medical Center
Thank you for your interest in the Anesthesiology Residency Program at Hackensack University Medical Center.
Our ACGME-accredited four-year categorical program offers residents a comprehensive clinical experience along with structured didactics, simulation training, research opportunities and board preparation. Graduates from the Anesthesiology Residency Program at Hackensack University Medical Center will be highly prepared for their future roles as consultants in Anesthesiology. Individualized mentorship from our diverse and engaging faculty will provide guidance for residents to meet their career goals. All training takes place at Hackensack University Medical Center, the largest health care provider in New Jersey. Hackensack University Medical Center is also the primary clinical site for Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Our all-physician department and tertiary care medical center share a long tradition of participation in graduate and postgraduate medical education.
- Hackensack University Medical Center is conveniently located in Bergen County in northern New Jersey with easy access to all that New York City has to offer.
- Wellness programs promote work-life balance.
- All departments have comprehensive ancillary and support services.
- ACGME case requirements are exceeded through progressive rotation tracks in the 36 months of Clinical Anesthesiology (CA-1 to CA-3) including elective time in the CA-3 year.
- Residents and faculty have protected, time for lectures and conferences.
- There are numerous opportunities for participation in research, practice management and hospital committees.
Thank you for your interest in the Anesthesiology Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center. We invite to you learn more about our program.
Michael Block, M.D.
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Program Director, Anesthesiology Residency Program
Hackensack University Medical Center
Daniel C. Dragone, M.D.
Associate Professor of Anesthesiology
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Assistant Program Director, Anesthesiology Residency Program
Hackensack University Medical Center
I am excited to collaborate with our dedicated faculty as we expand the Department of Anesthesiology teaching program.
I oversee the Anesthesiology rotation for Emergency Medicine and Dental residents, as well as medical students, providing an experience commensurate with the level of training.
Our new 
anesthesiology residents will experience a logical progression of clinical case complexity, balanced by individual progress and program goals. Software will tally each resident’s procedures to insure all residents exceed ACGME requirements. Residents will have remote electronic access to daily assignments for convenience and transparency.
I enthusiastically look forward to working with our faculty to provide a truly excellent experience at Hackensack University Medical Center for physicians training to become consultants in Anesthesiology.
Russell J. Horn, M.D.
Vice Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine
Vice Chairman, Department of Anesthesiology
Hackensack University Medical Center