Hospital Care in Northern New Jersey
At Bergen Medical Associates, we want the best possible care for patients when they are in the hospital. Our team of practitioners specializes in inpatient care, coordinating medical treatment for primary care patients during their hospital stays. Serving patients in convenient locations throughout northern New Jersey, these board-certified hospitalists and primary care physicians work together for the greater health and well-being of patients.
What Is a Hospitalist?
A hospitalist is a doctor on staff at the hospital who monitors a patient’s condition, maintains continuity of care, and ensures quality treatment. As part of their work coordinating care and communicating with other medical professionals, hospitalists also speak with the patient and their families. They will perform the initial history and physical exam at intake to the hospital, and they will visit patients during daily rounds.
If patients or their family members visit the emergency room, they should notify the staff that they are patients at Bergen Medical Associates. That way, the hospital care team will be notified. If a primary care physician refers a patient for hospital admission, hospitalists will already be notified. The electronic health records system used by Bergen Medical Associates allows instant digital sharing of vital medical information, accessible by all in-house physicians, as well as hospitalists.
For Primary Care Patients
To always provide a top-notch patient experience, the internal medicine primary care physicians at Bergen Medical Associates want to be informed of all medical care received by their patients during a stay in the hospital. In addition, they want to coordinate this care and facilitate communication with all the doctors and medical providers involved.
With the assistance of hospitalists, Bergen Medical Associates can assure that primary care patients receive appropriate care in the hospital and that it keeps in step with their longer-term health goals. The insights and knowledge offered by primary care doctors can positively impact the course of treatment while patients are under hospital care.
Hospitalists at Bergen Medical Associates
Bergen Medical Associates provides primary care patients with a dedicated team of hospital care practitioners, including:
Jenny Ayala, M.D.
After receiving her medical degree from Saba University School of Medicine, Netherlands Antilles, Dr. Ayala completed her residency in Internal Medicine at Brookdale University Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, followed by a fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Ayala is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine and speaks fluent Spanish.
Nedelina Biokua, MSN, APN
Nedelina Biokua, MSN, APN earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, specializing as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. She began her nursing career as a Registered Nurse in 2013 and later completed her BSN in 2020, followed by her MSN. Nedelina brings nearly a decade of critical care experience to her role as a hospitalist, having worked extensively in emergency medicine, intensive care, and rapid response. She served on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic, caring for critically ill patients in high-acuity settings. In addition to her clinical expertise, she has held leadership roles in nursing administration, most recently as a Nursing Supervisor at the Hospital for Special Surgery, while continuing to practice as a critical care nurse. Fluent in Bulgarian, Serbian, and Spanish, Nedelina is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams.
Madaser Saleem, D.O.
Madaser Saleem, D.O. is a hospitalist with Bergen Medical Associates, where he provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to adults during hospitalization. He collaborates closely with physicians and care teams across the practice to ensure coordinated treatment, seamless transitions of care, and optimal outcomes. Dr. Saleem earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, New Jersey. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at Bayonne Medical Center in Bayonne, New Jersey, where he gained extensive experience managing a broad spectrum of acute and chronic conditions in the inpatient setting. Following his training, Dr. Saleem has worked as a hospitalist, caring for patients with complex medical needs and a wide range of conditions. He has also served in a Medical Director role, providing clinical leadership, supporting care coordination, and helping to enhance the quality and efficiency of inpatient services. Dr. Saleem is board certified in Internal Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is committed to clear communication with patients and their families, helping them understand their conditions and treatment plans while providing compassionate, attentive care.
Find Expert Medical Care at Bergen Medical Associates
Along with a team of internal medicine primary care physicians, Bergen Medical Associates gathers multiple specialties at one practice. This system is convenient for patients, and it provides them with swift referrals to specialists in gastroenterology, gynecology, allergy and immunology, sports medicine, interventional pain management, and other medical specialists.
With locations throughout northern New Jersey, patients can choose an office that is easily accessible. With a team of hospitalists, Bergen Medical Associates can provide coordination, communication, and excellent medical care both inside and outside the hospital. For more information, contact Bergen Medical Associates today.
