Though Roger Knox lived in the area for decades, the chairman of Commonwealth Title-Monmouth (located in Freehold) had always traveled to New York for his healthcare needs. However, when he was faced with heart problems in July 2007, Roger decided it was time to give CentraState a try. According to Roger, it was one of the best decisions he ever made.

“The first time I stepped into CentraState, I was immediately impressed because everyone there—from the people in Admitting to the nurses and the doctors—was unbelievably professional and pleasant,” Roger says. “I’ve returned to CentraState many times within the past few years, and I’ve always been overwhelmed with the hospital’s progress and the teamwork of its staff.”

Roger, like many of the patients who have been treated at CentraState in recent years, wanted to do something to give back to the hospital. Rather than buying lunch for the department or sending flowers, Roger opted to make a long-term difference by participating in the Grateful Patient Program.

“CentraState is a wonderful community hospital and something we should be glad to support,” Roger says. “I’m glad I was able to give back to the hospital that gave so much to me.”