Rory A Ulloque, MD Family Medicine in Edison, NJ

Rory Ulloque, M.D., is a board-certified family-medicine physician who serves as the Vice Chair of Family Medicine for JFK University Medical Center and Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Ulloque has demonstrated a strong commitment to teaching and operational excellence. He has held multiple Medical Director positions, led hospitalist programs, appointed to the role of physician advisor, and played an active part in graduate medical education committees. He is a recognized leader in the field, having received numerous awards for his clinical leadership, service, and excellence in teaching, including the Rutgers Healthcare Hero Award for his contributions during the COVID-19 pandemic. A dedicated advocate for community health, he has served as a panelist and speaker on various topics including social determinants of health and is an advocate for representation of underserved groups in medical education.

Dr. Ulloque’s philosophy on care is holistic: listening to his patients needs and concerns, and coming up with individualized treatment plans. He is known to be compassionate, empathetic, and to treat his patients like family. He values building relationships with all of his patients over time. He provides care to all age groups, and treats a full spectrum of family medicine cases, from sick visits to management of chronic diseases.

Dr. Ulloque received his medical degree at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. He then went on to complete his family medicine residency at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Dr. Ulloque is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Association, and the New Jersey Academy of Family Physicians. 

In his free time, Dr. Ulloque likes to spend time with his family and two dogs. 

Clinical Interests:

• Sick visits
• Musculoskeletal ailments
• Hypertension
• Diabetes
• Heart-related conditions

FAQ:

“Do I really need a yearly physical?” 

Yes. Regular preventive visits help identify health risks early and keep screenings, vaccinations, and chronic conditions up to date.

“What screenings or tests do I need at my age?”

It depends on your age, family history, and risk factors. Dr. Ulloque personalizes screening recommendations rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.

“What can I do to improve my overall health?”

Dr. Ulloque recommends focusing on practical, sustainable changes—healthy nutrition, regular physical activity, good sleep, stress management, and preventive care.