press release

CentraState President and CEO Thomas W. Scott named to American Hospital Association (AHA) and New Jersey Hospital Association (NJHA) leadership positions

PR contact: Joy Lee-Calio

732-294-7082 Email

FREEHOLD, NJ - JUNE 14, 2023 - The American Hospital Association is the national organization that represents hospitals and healthcare networks throughout the U.S. and serves their patients and communities through advocacy, representation, knowledge exchange, and thought leadership.

Regional Policy Boards foster communication between the American Hospital Association (AHA), its members and state hospital associations and provide input on public policy issues unique to a region. The appointment is effective through Dec. 31, 2025.

At CentraState, Mr. Scott oversees a 284-bed acute care hospital, three senior living communities housing 630 residents, an ambulatory campus, satellite health pavilions, a family medicine residency program and more than 2,400 employees. He served as the organization's Chief Operating Officer for the seven years prior.

"Tom Scott is one of those respected leaders who is always generous sharing his considerable experience and insight," said Cathy Bennett, President and CEO, New Jersey Hospital Association. "We welcome Tom to the NJHA Board, and I look forward to serving alongside him on the AHA's Regional Policy Board."

Prior to joining CentraState, Scott served for seven years as Chief Operating Officer at Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ, an Atlantic Health System hospital. He has deep experience in healthcare management with prior positions at Stamford Hospital in Stamford, Conn., and St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, Paterson, NJ, among others.

He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, a Fellow of The Advisory Board, and he serves on the Board of Trustees of the VNA Health Group and the Board of Directors of NJHA Business Solutions.

He received a bachelor's degree from St. Lawrence University and a master's degree in Health Administration from Cornell University.

Published: June 14, 2023

Related press releases

Press ReleaseAtlantic Health medical centers are “top hospitals” according to Castle ConnollyAtlantic Health’s four medical centers earn 2026 Castle Connolly Top Hospital honors, with Overlook Medical Center named a national Gold Standard Hospital for excellence in patient outcomes and surgical care.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health welcomes new system medical director for women’s healthAtlantic Health is pleased to announce the arrival of Melissa Lozano, MD, MA as the new System Medical Director of Women’s Health.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health CentraState Medical Center earns Beacon Award and Modules Recognition for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care NursesCentraState Medical Center’s inpatient oncology unit has earned the national Silver-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).
Press ReleaseCentraState Healthcare System names new board of trustees officers and membersCentraState Healthcare System today announced its 2026-2028 Board of Trustees officers and its new Board of Trustees members.
Press ReleaseU.S. News & World Report's 2026 Best Nursing Homes names The Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center among best in New JerseyU.S. News & World Report has announced its 2026 Best Nursing Homes ratings and awarded The Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center "High Performing", the highest level of recognition offered by U.S. News, in Short-Term Rehabilitation for the sixth consecutive year and resumed recognition in Long-Term Care.
Press ReleaseCentraState Medical Center earns national recognition from the American Heart Association for high-quality care in heart failure and strokeCentraState Medical Center has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards, recognizing the hospital's commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, ultimately leading to more lives saved, shorter recovery times and fewer readmissions to the hospital.
Press ReleaseCentraState Medical Center ranked high performing in five adult specialties, procedures and conditions by U.S. News & World ReportCentraState Medical Center is recognized in the U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best Hospitals Rankings and Ratings for its performance in treating prevalent adult specialties, surgical procedures and medical conditions.
Press ReleaseCentraState Medical Center recognized for excellence with ACC HeartCARE Center designationCentraState Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology for its demonstrated commitment to comprehensive, high-quality culture and cardiovascular care.
Press ReleaseCentraState Medical Center advances lung cancer diagnostic capabilities with Ion Robotic BronchoscopyCentraState Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, is taking a significant step forward in early lung cancer detection and diagnosis with the addition of the Ion endoluminal system, a robotic bronchoscopy platform for minimally invasive peripheral lung biopsy.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health System and CentraState expand access to care with new Manalapan PavilionAtlantic Health System and CentraState Healthcare System have officially opened the Atlantic Health System Manalapan Pavilion.
Press ReleaseAtlantic Health System expands access to care with new Manalapan pavilion Atlantic Health System and CentraState Healthcare System have opened the doors of the Atlantic Health System Manalapan Pavilion.
Press ReleaseCentraState Medical Center unveils patient care enhancements at Statesir Cancer CenterAiming to advance cancer care in the region, CentraState Medical Center, part of Atlantic Health System, recently completed construction to inpatient and outpatient units of the Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState.