CEO Message

As the flagship hospital of HCA and TriStar Health System, Centennial Medical Center continues to raise the bar for healthcare on both a regional and national level, serving Nashville, Middle Tennessee and the southeastern United States.

The dedication of our 2,500 employees and nearly 1,000 physicians has helped Centennial Medical Center establish a reputation for advanced technology and compassionate care, making us a hospital of choice in a number of areas:

The The Sarah Cannon Cancer Center at Centennial offers comprehensive cancer care and is the first and only cancer center in Middle Tennessee offering CyberKnife® stereotactic radiosurgery – a non-invasive treatment for inoperable tumors.

The Women’s & Children's Hospital at Centennial is Nashville's only freestanding hospital dedicated to serving the unique needs of women – from maternity services to mammography to gynecological surgery.

Our Emergency Room is an Accredited Chest Pain Center, making it a natural choice for those suffering from cardiovascular events when every minute matters. Additionally, Centennial Heart & Vascular Center serves as the hub for TriStar Health System's network of chest pain centers throughout Middle Tennessee, allowing for rapid diagnosis and treatment for those with even the most complicated of heart conditions.

Also part of Centennial’s campus is the Parthenon Pavilion, one of the oldest and largest full-service psychiatric facilities in Middle Tennessee, offering a comprehensive behavioral health services for adult and geriatric patients.

The Centennial Center for Treatment of Obesity is a designated Center of Excellence in weight loss surgery. Our surgeons have performed over 4,000 laparoscopic bariatric procedures with complication rates well below the national average.

In addition, Centennial Medical Center at Ashland City in nearby Cheatham County provides 24/7 emergency services and much more.

Centennial Medical Center is more than a provider of medical excellence; it is a hospital where people come to be cared for and cared about. We encourage you to explore our website and familiarize yourself with our hospital and its services. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or comments. On behalf of our hospital staff and volunteers, thank you for your interest in Centennial Medical Center.

Sincerely,
Thomas L. Herron, F.A.C.H.E.
President/Chief Executive Officer