Athletico names Jacobs chief development officer

Athletico Physical Therapy announced Ben Jacobs will be the organization's new chief development officer.

Jacobs will lead Oak Brook-based Athletico's continued growth strategies, expanding care delivery and market presence in new and existing markets through new facility development, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.

Prior to joining Athletico, Jacobs was chief development officer for Surgery Partners and National Surgical Healthcare. Jacobs earned a law degree from Tulane University and a bachelor's degree from Washington & Lee University.

"Ben has played an instrumental role in growing health care organizations, and he's done so in thoughtful and strategic ways." said Ron Rodgers, CEO of Athletico Physical Therapy. "As we expand our care delivery footprint, Ben will see to it we establish our presence in markets to best serve the communities and patients, which ultimately sets our clinicians and patients up for success."