Koontz Named New CEO of Summa Rehab Hospital
Summa Rehab Hospital, a partnership with Ernest Health, has named Jeffrey Koontz as its new Chief Executive Officer. Summa Rehab Hospital is a 60-bed medical rehabilitation hospital located in Akron, Ohio.
Koontz has held various clinical and leadership roles in rehabilitation and acute care facilities throughout Ohio and Pennsylvania, bringing more than 17 years of experience to his role. Having started his career as a physical therapist, Koontz is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, fostering collaboration across teams, and driving organizational success through innovative strategies. He has demonstrated a strong ability to exceed goals while building high-performing teams in diverse healthcare environments.
Before joining Summa Rehab Hospital, Koontz served as Chief Administrative Officer at a medical rehabilitation hospital in Warren, Ohio, where he managed operations for a 69-bed inpatient hospital and three outpatient therapy locations. He was integral in developing high-quality, cost-effective, integrated programs within the hospital.
“I’m honored to lead the talented team at Summa Rehab Hospital,” Koontz says. “The hospital has a strong reputation for providing specialized rehabilitative care and empowering patients on their healing journeys. I’m looking forward to contributing to its continued growth and success.”
Koontz earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and a doctorate in physical therapy from Youngstown State University in Youngstown, Ohio. He also has earned a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.