Chair, AMPAC Board of Directors
Dr. John W. Poole is a seasoned healthcare executive and surgeon with over 30 years of experience in organized medicine and hospital administration. He has a passion for medical advocacy, and understands the importance of a well-funded AMPAC to advance the mission of the AMA. Dr. Poole is a true believer in AMPAC’s mission and is proud that he is known for his ability to raise funds for AMPAC. He is especially proud that he is often remembered from his usual opening line to any group he is speaking to: “my name is John Poole and I’m here to ask for money." Dr. Poole excels as a consensus builder, and is extremely grateful for the enduring friendships he has made in organized medicine.
Dr. Poole has an extensive career, having spent 38 years at Holy Name Medical Center as a general surgeon, healthcare executive, and physician advocate. He also continues to serve the Medical Society of New Jersey and the American Medical Association. Dr. Poole earned his M.D. from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and his B.A. in Natural Sciences from Johns Hopkins University. He completed a residency in General Surgery at Montefiore Medical Center and the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.