Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry names new CEO

MCDONOUGH, Ga., Aug. 5, 2026 — Andrew Howard has been appointed chief executive officer of Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry. The hospital, located at 2200 Patrick Henry Parkway in McDonough, Georgia, is a 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital.
“Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry is a trusted provider of inpatient rehabilitation,” Howard said. “The hospital team is committed to a culture of excellence, and I look forward to advancing our mission of providing high-quality rehabilitation care.”

Andrew Howard
Chief Executive Officer
Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry


Howard brings more than 20 years of healthcare experience to the role, including experience in the acute care setting. Prior to Encompass Health, he held CEO roles at Select Medical in Tennessee and Alabama, Community Health System hospitals in Florida, and regional hospitals in Mississippi and Kentucky. Howard is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force where he served as a health services administrator.

“Andrew brings many years of experience and dedication to patient-centered care,” said Ronnie Wagley, president of Encompass Health’s South Atlantic region. “Having led several hospitals across the Southeast, Andrew is uniquely qualified. He will play a key role in strengthening our partnerships, creating collaborative environments and driving strong patient outcomes.”

Howard holds a master’s degree in health administration and business administration and a bachelor’s degree in finance. He is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Rehabilitation Hospital of Henry opened to patients in 2021 and is a joint venture partnership between Encompass Health and Piedmont.
 
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Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) is the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. With a national footprint that includes 176 hospitals in 39 states and Puerto Rico, the Company provides high-quality, compassionate rehabilitative care for patients recovering from major injuries or illnesses, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. Encompass Health is recognized by Newsweek as America’s Most Awarded Leader in Inpatient Rehabilitation and is ranked among Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies™ and Forbes’ America’s Best Companies. It is also recognized by Becker’s Healthcare and Modern Healthcare as a top healthcare employer. For more information, visit encompasshealth.com and follow us on our newsroom, X, Instagram and Facebook.
 
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