Mr. Priselac joined Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 1979 and became president and CEO in 1994. Over the years, Cedars-Sinai has earned a reputation for quality care and community service in addition to advanced research and education. Beyond his role at Cedars-Sinai, Mr. Priselac is a past chair of the American Hospital Association board of trustees and the Association of American Medical Colleges. He was instrumental in developing the Affordable Care Act as chair of the AHA in 2009. After 30 years of leadership at Cedars Sinai, Mr. Priselac announced in January 2024 his plans to retire.
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Thomas Priselachas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
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