Adolescent Medicine Care

Supporting Teens and Young Adults Across New Jersey Communities

Adolescence is a time of physical, emotional, and social change. At Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health, our adolescent medicine specialists understand what teens and young adults are going through and provide the guidance and medical care they need to thrive. Whether your child is navigating puberty, coping with emotional stress, or managing an ongoing medical condition, our team is here to help them feel understood, supported, and empowered.

Our board-certified adolescent medicine physicians care for patients ages 12 to 21 across Bergen, Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex, and surrounding New Jersey counties. We offer care that bridges the gap between pediatrics and adult medicine, ensuring that your teen has access to trusted, compassionate providers who specialize in their stage of life.

Comprehensive Services for Teens and Young Adults

Our team takes a holistic approach to care, supporting every aspect of your child’s well-being. We work closely with families to create care plans that fit each teen’s needs, with access to specialized programs and multidisciplinary expertise at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital in Hackensack, NJ, and K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital in Neptune, NJ.

• Acne treatment, including hormonal care
• Anxiety and depression screening
• Emotional and behavioral health support
• Substance use screening and prevention guidance
• Evaluation and management of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa
• Weight management and chronic abdominal pain evaluation
• Support for children and teens with special needs
• Care for complex medical and psychological conditions**
• Chronic fatigue and pain management**
• Contraceptive counseling and birth control options*
• IUD and contraceptive implant services
• Gynecologic and reproductive care for teens, including:
  • Irregular, heavy, or painful menstrual periods
  • Lack of menstrual periods
  • Menstrual management and contraception for adolescents with chronic health conditions
• School-related difficulties and learning concerns**

* Services available only at Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital
** Services available only at K. Hovnanian Children’s Hospital

At Joseph M. Sanzari Children’s Hospital, teens with chronic fatigue are cared for through our Pediatric Rheumatology program, and those with chronic pain receive care through the Pediatric Pain and Palliative Care program.

Patients experiencing academic or developmental challenges are supported by developmental and behavioral pediatricians within the Institute for Child Development.