CEO's Message


Though I’ve only lived in this region for a few years, I know that Summa Barberton Hospital has a long, rich history of providing for the healthcare needs of its community. I also know it is an outstanding hospital made up of highly-trained, caring professionals who are dedicated to providing you with excellent care and service. This dedication is reflected in the glowing comments we hear from our patients, as well as nation-wide recognition such as the “Hospital of Choice Award” we received in 2006 from the American Alliance of Healthcare Providers.

As you know, in 2007 Barberton Hospital became a part of Summa Health System, which encompasses a network of hospitals, community health centers, a health plan, a physician-hospital organization, research and a foundation. Summa Health System is nationally renowned for excellence in patient care and for exceptional approaches to healthcare delivery. Summa's clinical services are consistently recognized by U.S. News and World Report, Thomson Healthcare (formerly Solucient) and The Leapfrog Group.

I’m pleased and proud to be the President of Summa Barberton Hospital and Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital. I appreciate the trust you’ve put in us to care for you and your loved ones, and promise that we will do all we can to live up to your expectations.

Please consider Summa Barberton Hospital your health and wellness resource. We look forward to serving you.

Sincerely,

James W. Pope, MHHA, FACHE
President
Summa Barberton Hospital and
Summa Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital
Summa Health System

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