Primary Care & Family Medicine in Akron, OH - Summa Health
Family Medicine • Akron, OH • Since 1989 • at least 14 listed across several cities in Summit/Medina/Portage/Wayne counties locations
About
Summa Health in Akron, OH offers primary care and family medicine through its integrated Northeast Ohio network. Key points: - Organization: Summa Health System, a nonprofit integrated health system headquartered in Akron, Ohio. - Services: Primary care and family medicine, plus specialty, emergency, and outpatient services through a network of hospitals and community health centers. - Coverage: Part of Summa Health’s broader system (Summa Care health plan and multi-specialty group practice) with outpatient access across Summit County and surrounding areas. - Availability: Primary care physicians and family medicine providers within Summa Health’s Akron facilities and affiliated community centers. - Contact/Where to start: Visit Summa Health’s site or call their Akron-area offices to locate a primary care or family medicine physician near you. Phone generally listed as 1-844-454-173.
Clinic Type
Family Medicine
Address
ACH Internal Medicine, 75 Arch St, Ste 401, Akron, OH 44304; AES Family Medicine, 388 S Main St, Ste 207, Akron, OH 44311; Barberton Family Practice, 155 5th St NE, Ste 115, Barberton, OH 44203; Chapel Hill Internal, 1260 Independence, Akron, OH 44310; Cuyahoga Falls Primary Care, 242 Portage Trail Ext. W., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223; Family Medicine Center, 55 Arch St, Ste 3A, Akron, OH 44304; Medina Primary Care, 3780 Medina Rd, Ste 310, Medina, OH 44256; Rittman Family Practice, 25 S Main St, Ste BR, Rittman, OH 44270; Rootstown Primary Care, 4211 State Rte 44, Ste 1550, Rootstown, OH 44272; Tallmadge Family Medicine, 60 North Ave, Ste 200, Tallmadge, OH 44278; Wadsworth-Rittman Primary Care, Founders Hall Building, Door #4195 Wadsworth Rd, Ste 402, Wadsworth, OH 44281; White Pond Primary Care, 1 Park West Blvd, Ste 200, Akron, OH 44320
Phone
800.237.8662
smokingcessation@summahealth.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
If your situation is an emergency, call 911.
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FAQs
What primary care services do you offer?
Comprehensive care for the whole family, from infants to seniors, based on the latest medical research and clinical recommendations.
How can I schedule an appointment with a Summa Health primary care physician?
Call 800.237.8662 or use the MyChart online tools for scheduling and patient support.
Do you provide 24-hour access to medical support?
Yes, through MyChart and 24/7 telephone access via office staff.
Where are your clinics located?
Locations across Summit, Medina, Portage and Wayne counties, including specific Akron addresses such as 75 Arch St, 388 S Main St, 1260 Independence Ave, 55 Arch St, and 1 Park West Blvd, with map links available.
Who staffs the primary care team?
Board-certified family medicine and internal medicine physicians and advanced practice providers.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades and Vitals (Note: Ratings often displayed at provider or practice level rather than system-wide): 4.4/5 (Summa Health Family Medicine Center - Practice level aggregate) (Varies by specific location/practice)
- Birdeye: Average (St. Thomas Campus) (194 reviews (St. Thomas Campus))
Patients praise
- Long-term patient loyalty to specific practices and providers
- Many patients report feeling treated with warmth and compassion by certain doctors and staff members
Common complaints
- Dissatisfaction with office staff, particularly regarding scheduling and appointment cancellations
- Reports of poor communication and perceived lack of empathy or listening by some providers
- Concerns regarding facility cleanliness and hygiene protocols
- Long wait times, including in emergency settings
- Serious reports of medical negligence and lab errors leading to misdiagnosis
"The doctors and the staff are the best I've had in a long time. I've been with this practice for over 30 yrs. now and I wouldn't go anywhere else."
— Patient review (LocalityBiz)"I’ve had multiple visits canceled or rescheduled last minute and received attitude when I arrive... the scheduling conflicts have been absolutely out of hand, inconvenient, and frustrating."
— Patient review (LocalityBiz)"Summa Hospital has had one of the worst sanitary records on the planet... I walked into his private room only to step over blood, syringes and dirty needles on his table."
— Patient review (HospitalStats)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Deborah Plate, DO - Akron, OH - Family Medicine — Nov 2, 2025
- Bridgett Mary Hoover, CNP - Family Medicine — Sep 10, 2025
- Dr. Emily Sims, MD - Stow, OH - Family Medicine - Request Appointment — Nov 2, 2025
- Dr. Andrew Chema, MD, Family Physician | Cuyahoga Falls, OH | WebMD — Oct 17, 2025
- David Shaffer, CNP - Stow, OH - Family Medicine - Request Appointment — Sep 10, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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