Dr. Douglas Katz receives Gold Key Award

Oct. 16, 2026 – Dr. Douglas Katz received the Gold Key Award from the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine (ACRM). The award is the organization's highest honor recognizing contributions to the field of rehabilitation medicine.

Katz, a board-certified neurologist, has served as medical director of the Brain Injury Program at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree for 35 years. He also serves as a professor of neurology at Boston University.

Katz is widely recognized for his leadership, mentorship and research in neurorehabilitation and brain injury medicine. Throughout his career, he has led advisory groups, study sections and editorial boards for leading medical journals and organizations. He also served as ACRM president from 2015 to 2017.

“Neurorehabilitation medicine has benefited greatly from the dedication and expertise of countless clinicians and researchers who are committed to improving the lives of patients,” Katz said. “I am honored to receive this recognition and grateful for the opportunity to work alongside colleagues who continue to advance the field of rehabilitation.”

During his 35 years at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree, Katz has helped advance care for individuals recovering from brain injuries and neurological conditions. He has also mentored generations of clinicians and rehabilitation professionals.

“Dr. Katz's contributions have a lasting impact on both our hospital and the broader rehabilitation community,” said Tim Lynch, CEO of Encompass Health Braintree. “His leadership, commitment to innovation, and dedication to patient care have helped shape the field while improving outcomes for countless patients and families.”

ACRM's Gold Key Award was established in 1932 to recognize individuals who have provided extraordinary service to the field of rehabilitation medicine. Presented annually, the award is the highest honor bestowed by ACRM. Candidates are nominated by members of the ACRM Board of Governors, and the recipient is selected by the ACRM Awards Committee.

Dr. Katz is an independent practice physician.