Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital celebrates first year of operation in Coesse
(Talk of the Town file photo by Jennifer Zartman Romano) Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital, shown above shortly after completion in 2010, recently celebrated their first anniversary. The facility is located in the village of Coesse on Whitley County's east side. Below, residents toured the facility's state of the art operating rooms during the grand opening of the hospital on January 24, 2010.
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Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital announced today that the facility has celebrated its first year in operation by hosting a continuing education session with 20 equine veterinarians from throughout Indiana.
“We have met our goal of establishing a first-class medical facility to serve clients from throughout Indiana, Michigan nd Ohio,” said CEO Dr. Rob Koontz. “Our facility is quickly becoming a center of excellence for equine care in the Midwest.” 
The 13,000 square foot facility is located at the Southeast intersection of US 30 East & County Road 500 East. Partners Dr. Ron Conley and Dr. Rob Koontz merged heir veterinary practices and hired Board-certified equine surgeon Dr. Ryan Rothenbuhler, and added other staff to support the enhanced operations. The facility now has 12 full time employees, which includes four registered veterinary technicians.
Owners Conley and Koontz continue to explore opportunities to expand the facility’s capabilities. On January 29, 2011, they held a continuing education seminar for over 20 veterinarians from around the state of Indiana. Nationally known speakers Mary Beth Whitcomb and Kent Carter led a discussion about lameness and lameness ultrasound. Conley and Koontz are also focused on increasing community outreach to include participating in local horse shows and sponsoring 4H vaccine clinics.
“We are very pleased to be involved in the local community at this point in our center’s development,” said vice president Dr. Ron Conley. “Our entire team believes in our mission to provide the highest quality equine medical and surgical services, which includes outreach to horse owners throughout Northeast Indiana.”
IN 2009, Whitley County Council approved a tax abatement to phase-in new property taxes on real property improvements associated with the new building project. The Whitley County EDC and the Indiana Small Business Development Center continue to support the company’s business development goals.
About Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital
Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital is a full-service equine medical and surgical center located on US Highway 30 just 10 miles west of Interstate 69. The facility offers advanced specialty care, 24-hour emergency treatment, and diagnostic services for all breeds and disciplines of horses. Conley & Koontz Equine Hospital brings together the practices of two recognized Northeast Indiana equine veterinarians and the only Board-certified equine surgeon in private practice in the region. For more information about the facility, visit www.ckequinehospital.com.