Akron General Health System brings together a network of health care facilities and staff with a rich heritage of exceptional care. Akron General Health System has been a member of VHA since 1982. Our mission is to improve the health and lives of the people and the communities we serve. Akron General services its community with a philosophy of relentless commitment to the health and wellness of the people of Northeast Ohio. Through the efforts of nearly 9,000 employees, medical professionals and volunteers, we serve the healthcare needs of more than 1.2 million people throughout Summit, Medina, Portage, Stark and Wayne Counties.