Encompass Health (Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport) added 10 new photos.
October 24, 2019 at 3:14 AM ·
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital of Gulfport, we provide rehabilitation for patients recovering from life-changing illnesses and injuries including strokes, amputations, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries and complex orthopedic conditions. Click the images below to see inside our hospital.
After experiencing a life-changing stroke or other illness, your doctor may recommend rehabilitation as the next step on the journey to recovery—but what does that mean, and where should rehabilitation take place?
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Mr. Thomas Hearn has just completed his rehabilitation journey and is celebrating his independence with a stroll down the hallway. He is excited to be able to walk again, which was the main reason he came to our hospital. Before therapy, Mr. Hearn would walk one to two miles a day.
He has really enjoyed our hospital and says the therapy staff was very patient with him. Pictured with him is Physical Therapist Jeremy Strief, who has helped him achieve his goals.
It’s National Rehabilitation Awareness Week and our patients are celebrating by painting birdhouses as a part of the Discover the Possibilities theme.
Mr. Jackie Dodson arrived at Encompass Health on Sept. 8 after having surgery on his hip. The main reason for his decision to come to our hospital is so that he can help his wife at home.
Jackie said he loves the therapy staff and they have become like to family to him, always very respectful and helpful.
He is pictured with physical therapist Jennifer Lechner, who has played a vital role in his progress.
After beating COVID-19, musician Steve Barlotta had two goals for rehabilitation: to play saxophone again and be strong enough to walk out unassisted.
Read Steve's amazing story and how he is one step closer to being able to bring his musical talent to crowds again.
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Recovering from COVID-19 patient story | Encompass Health
Our CEO is getting her flu vaccine from Jessica Rehmann, infection control nurse and hospital educator. Don’t let flu season take you by surprise. Get your flu shot now!
Our patients and therapy staff took a brief break to enjoy a Fun Friday. They are batting a smiley face balloon, which builds upper body strength and coordination skills while having some fun. Patients are enjoying this game to the fullest as they joke and laugh.
October is National Physical Therapy Month. Melissa Andhor, physical therapist, shares what it is like to work at an Encompass Health rehabilitation hospital and her favorite part of coming to work.
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Being at PT at Encompass Health| Encompass Health
During National Rehabilitation Awareness Week, we hosted a drive by picnic to-go celebration for past rehabilitation patients. Each bag came with essential picnic items such as a bottle of hand sanitizer, a blanket and sandwiches.
Everyone was excited to come by and show how much they’ve improved since rehabilitation. Pictured is Business Development Director Kristy Sargent, who set up this event. Thank you to all of our past patients!
Every October we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month, an annual opportunity to raise awareness about the benefits of physical therapy.
We would like to highlight a few of physical therapists in appreciation of their service to our hospital. This week’s highlights feature Kelly Flanary, Heather Graham, Meghan Maddox, Destiny Sanders, Jeremy Strieff and Patrick Worth for all of their hard work. Next week, we’ll highlight more of our physical therapy staff.
Pharmacists do much more than fill prescriptions. See the behind the scene roles they play in keeping patients safe in our hospitals.
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The role pharmacists play in patient safety in inpatient rehabilitation hospitals | Encompass Health
On their final day of therapy, patients get to ring the bell to celebrate their independence. Pictured here is Mr. Hilaire Dastugue, who just completed his rehabilitation journey. He is very satisfied with our hospital and is eager to get back to his daily activities at home. He is pictured with his physical therapist, Kelly Flanary.
Pharmacy Week, celebrated the third full week in October, is a time to recognize the significant contributions pharmacists and pharmacy technicians make to our healthcare team.
We kicked off the week with a “chill pill.” Pictured is Kaitlin Truong, pharmacy director, Lisa Terry, pharmacist, Delena Dyle, pharmacy technician.
Look inside the new bed expansion at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital with this virtual tour.
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at Gulfport - Virtual Tour
Last week was National Case Manager Week. Learn what an inpatient rehabilitation case manager does and the vital role they play in our patient care.
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What is a case manager? | Encompass Health
This week, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a partner of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport opened 10 new private rooms to serve even more patients in need of rehabilitation services after a life-altering illness or injury. See the new addition and hear from leaders of Memorial Hospital at Gulfport and Encompass Health at Gulfport about this impactful addition to the community.
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Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at Gulfport virtual ribbon cutting for hospital expansion
Katie Finley is excited to celebrate her Independence Day as she rings the bell. She says that she is so thankful for our facility and the progress she has made. She is pictured with her physical therapist, Maegan St. Armant, who has been very helpful in her journey.
Every October during Breast Cancer Awareness month, people around the world look for ways to raise awareness. This includes buying pink clothing with breast-cancer-related slogans, wearing pink ribbon pins, participating in marathons and more. Encompass Health wears pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness.
Pink is stronger than you think!
On Friday, Oct. 23, we opened 10 new private rooms on a new floor at our facility. Ms. Carolyn Scales is excited to be the first patient to cross the threshold of our new expansion! She is pictured here with Gina Hicks, our CNO, RNs Anna Robinson and Stacie Anderson, and RNT Alexis Hoffman.
It is a very exciting time for our hospital. With these 10 new beds, gym space and technology, our hospital will be able to serve even more patients within our community.
Are you more likely to contract COVID-19 if you get the flu? Can the flu vaccine give you the flu? Answers to these questions and more about why it’s more important than ever to get a flu shot this year.
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Why it's more important than ever to get your flu shot | Encompass Health
We would like to give a special shout out to Brittney Maskunas, our respiratory therapist. Respiratory Care Week gives us a little more breathing room annually on October 25-31. Respiratory therapists care for patients with breathing difficulties due to chronic conditions like asthma.
This week highlights the information we need to keep us breathing well so we can enjoy a great quality of life. Brittney, thank you for all that you do to care for our patients!
Happy Halloween from Encompass Health at Gulfport!
Coming up with gift ideas for grandparents or older adults can be challenging. Here are some practical gift ideas to help your loved one or simply bring a smile to their face this holiday season.
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Gift guide for older adults | Encompass Health
On behalf of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at Gulfport, we would like to say Happy Veterans Day to all who have served including our patients and team members. We are so honored to have several amazing veterans working here on our staff.
With Respect, Honor, and Gratitude. Thank you to all Veterans!
We are excited to announce the launch of the free cookbook, “Simply Good: A cookbook for stroke survivors and their families.”
Encompass Health supported the creation of this cookbook with the American Heart Association to be a resource for stroke survivors, people with swallowing difficulties and those interested in healthy eating.
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Eating well after stroke | Encompass Health
Happy Thanksgiving from our wonderful therapy team! They are pictured with Jacqueline Lipski, director of therapy operations.
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday. Happy Thanksgiving from Encompass Health.
Our staff really enjoyed the afternoon treat of Marble Slab Ice Cream from our leaders here at Encompass Heath Rehab Hospital at Gulfport. Thanks for all that you do!
Our employee of the quarter recognition is awarded to Ian Odom. Living our core values, Ian sets the standard, leads with empathy, does what’s right, focuses on the positive and believes we are stronger together. Ian is very sociable around our facility and everyone loves his outgoing personality. Congratulations Ian on such a deserving award. He is pictured with our Associate Administrator Mark Studdard.
Are you a caregiver looking for resources? Encompass Health and the American Stroke Association recently hosted a panel providing tips for caregivers including self-care, finding balance and preventing burnout. Read a recap of the tips and view the full presentation recording.
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Advice for caregivers from caregivers | Encompass Health
We are very thankful to have such a great turn out for our food drive. With a huge help from our staff, we were able to donate a generous amount of nonperishable food items to the Client Choice Food Pantry at Back Bay Mission of Biloxi.
Thank you to our amazing staff for their generosity. We are stronger together.
Veronica Brown was sent to Encompass Health after a month on a ventilator battling COVID-19. However, after arriving, her limited mobility prompted her doctor to send her back to the hospital for neurological testing.
The testing revealed a new, post-COVID-19 diagnosis for Brown, Guillain-Barre syndrome, an inflammatory disorder of the nerves that may cause temporary paralysis and is often triggered by a viral infection. See how our team helped Veronica get back on her feet.
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Learning to sit, stand and walk again after COVID-19 | Encompass Health
We had such a great time at this year’s tree decorating celebration. Patients and staff members were able to participate and help decorate our Christmas tree. We played holiday music and enjoyed some fresh popcorn. The patients enjoyed this so much because it reminded them of being at home with their families, and we are so glad that we can help them feel merrier during this holiday season.
We would like to send a big thank you to all of our employees who participated in this year’s Casa Kids Holiday Toy Drive. Your participation is greatly appreciated!
We had elves from every department scurrying around with their art supplies decorating doors throughout the second and third floors of our facility. We are amazed at the creativity among our great staff and we appreciate them taking time to decorate a door for patients and employees to enjoy.
Comment below on who you think had the best door!
This week we hosted gingerbread house stations for patients in our therapy gym. They were able to enjoy a hands-on kit that was great holiday fun for everyone. We are glad to see our patients getting into the holiday spirit!
We decided to open a holiday store for our patients during the week of Christmas. Patients were able to pick out gifts for their loved ones since they are unable to actually go shopping. We asked employees to donate small gifts for our patients to shop at no cost to them. We really wanted to make this season special for patients who will be in our hospital during the holidays.
To bring some festivity to our halls, our hospital hosted a door decorating contest. Our patients and employees each got one vote for their favorite door. The winning doors were announced at our hot cocoa and cookies celebration. The third place winners are the pharmacy team with “The Meaning of Christmas.” The second place winners are the case management team with “Who-Ville.” The first place winners are Muriel Osburn, Cheryl Ottman, Mary Beth Jackson and Edwina Smithezem with “Snowman” door. The winners received a trophy and bragging rights for the entire year!
Congratulations to the winners, and thanks to everyone for participating!
Our Secret Santa gift exchange was so much fun! Everyone was so excited to receive their gifts from their Secret Santa. We exchanged gifts during our employee holiday lunch catered by Fallon's Gourmet of Gulfport.
When Jim Capicotto fell ill with COVID-19, it was a double whammy because he also has Parkinson’s disease. See how his rehabilitation team customized his therapy to help him regain his independence after being hospitalized with COVID-19.
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Jim's story: Overcoming COVID-19 | Encompass Health
Happy holidays from Encompass Health. Wishing you health, happiness and peace this season.
Happy holidays from Encompass Health! Employees got in the holiday spirit by throwing an ugly sweater day.
Christmastime filled the air as one of our patients, Laura Copper, has been so kind to play the piano during therapy sessions. She loves to play the piano and used to be a music teacher. We all have enjoyed hearing her play!
Happy New Year!
It can be hard to tell what is season allergies and what is COVID-19. Do you know what symptoms they share and what symptoms are different?
By the second week in the hospital battling COVID-19 and pneumonia, Lafayette Johnson’s lungs collapsed, and his kidneys were shutting down. He had to be placed on a ventilator. By the fourth week, he had a heart attack and was placed on a second life support. When he finally woke up, he was extremely weak.
“COVID-19 devastated every muscle in my body, and I was in a hospital bed for five months,” he said. “I lost 57 pounds and wasn’t even able to stand up. I didn’t give up—even after dying twice. I came back.”
Learn how rehabilitation helped Lafayette get back to his life.
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One patient's COVID-19 recovery | Encompass Health
This week our employees line up to get their COVID-19 vaccine. Pharmacy Director Kaitlin Truong administers the vaccine to Alicia Johnson, a register nurse at our hospital. Alicia said she’s relieved that she finally received vaccine.
Today we are proud to honor the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A champion of racial justice and equality for all, the legacy of Dr. King reminds us today and every day that even though we may be different, we are stronger together. In honor of Dr. King, take time today to reflect on his life of service and his teachings, which inspire us to serve others with a compassionate heart.
While there are still many unknowns about COVID-19, there are some things we know to be true. After an extended stay in an acute hospital or the ICU, a patient is likely to have physical and cognitive problems. See how an inpatient rehabilitation hospital that provides a combination of physical, occupation and speech therapies can help COVID-19 survivors recover and get back to their pre-COVID lives.
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Why COVID-19 patients need inpatient rehabilitation | Encompass Health
February is American Heart Month. Learn how after open-heart surgery and other cardiac conditions some patients may benefit from cardiac rehabilitation in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. #HeartMonthpuer
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How inpatient rehabilitation can benefit cardiac patients | Encompass Health
February is American Heart Month, a time when we are encouraged to focus on cardiovascular health. We are providing our referral sources with an Encompass Health measuring cup set and AHA’s Simply Good Cookbook, which shares heart-healthy tips and recipes.
On Jan. 29, we had an employee celebration with lunch catered by Fallon’s, followed by an employee awards ceremony. We recognized the recipients of our fourth quarter Outstanding Employee Achievement Award and our 2020 Outstanding Employee Achievement Award , as well as outstanding employee performances in 2020. Congratulations again to all who were recognized at this ceremony!
We appreciate all of our staff for all they do throughout the year and we look forward to being stronger together in 2021.
Encompass Health of Gulfport helped patient Hugh Beaugez celebrate his 72nd birthday. Happy Birthday Mr. Beaugez!
February is American Heart Month. Learn how after open-heart surgery and other cardiac conditions some patients may benefit from cardiac rehabilitation in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. #HeartMonthpuer
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How inpatient rehabilitation can benefit cardiac patients | Encompass Health
Jasmine was 27 years old and was looking forward to being a new mom. Instead she suffered multiple heart attacks, strokes and brain aneurysms during childbirth, which landed her in a coma. Read her amazing story and how Encompass Health helped her recover, so she could care for her new daughter.
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Recovering from stroke after childbirth | Encompass Health
Join us Friday Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for a live, online discussion on stroke awareness.
Topics will include signs and symptoms of a stroke and a cooking demo, as well as an opportunity to connect with stroke survivor and longtime AHA volunteer Butch Oustalet and keynote speaker Dr. Susi Folse.
Register at: https://ehc.news/3pkxKHT
February is American Heart Month, a time when we are encouraged to focus on cardiovascular health. We are providing our referral sources with an Encompass Health measuring cup set and AHA’s Simply Good Cookbook, which shares heart-healthy tips and recipes.
On Jan. 29, we had an employee celebration with lunch catered by Fallon’s, followed by an employee awards ceremony. We recognized the recipients of our fourth quarter Outstanding Employee Achievement Award and our 2020 Outstanding Employee Achievement Award , as well as outstanding employee performances in 2020. Congratulations again to all who were recognized at this ceremony!
We appreciate all of our staff for all they do throughout the year and we look forward to being stronger together in 2021.
Encompass Health of Gulfport helped patient Hugh Beaugez celebrate his 72nd birthday. Happy Birthday Mr. Beaugez!
We are excited to celebrate Black History Month! To recognize the occasion, we created a bulletin board of influential figures that have shaped history with their leadership and innovation.
We celebrated Fat Tuesday with a socially distanced parade in our hospital that included hats, beads and festive music. This was a great way to spread cheer and connect with our patients during Mardi Gras!
Jasmine was 27 years old and was looking forward to being a new mom. Instead she suffered multiple heart attacks, strokes and brain aneurysms during childbirth, which landed her in a coma. Read her amazing story and how Encompass Health helped her recover, so she could care for her new daughter.
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Recovering from stroke after childbirth | Encompass Health
Join us Friday Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for a live, online discussion on stroke awareness.
Topics will include signs and symptoms of a stroke and a cooking demo, as well as an opportunity to connect with stroke survivor and longtime AHA volunteer Butch Oustalet and keynote speaker Dr. Susi Folse.
Register at: https://ehc.news/3pkxKHT
Each week, we celebrate Thankful Thursday by showing appreciation to our teams that keep our patients safe. This Thursday, the staff enjoyed fresh popcorn served by our CEO, Amber Hester, and Associate Administrator, Mark Studdard.
During the month of February, Encompass Health celebrated Black History Month to honor the significant contributions Black Americans have made in our history, as well as within our Company. Through our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we continue to advocate for meaningful change in order to create a more inclusive workplace for all minority groups. Read more about our Company’s commitment to inclusion and diversity here: http://ehc.careers/3tlo0AA.
Join us Friday Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for a live, online discussion on stroke awareness.
Topics will include signs and symptoms of a stroke and a cooking demo, as well as an opportunity to connect with stroke survivor and longtime AHA volunteer Butch Oustalet and keynote speaker Dr. Susi Folse.
Register at: https://ehc.news/3pkxKHT
We are excited to celebrate Black History Month! To recognize the occasion, we created a bulletin board of influential figures that have shaped history with their leadership and innovation.
We're excited to announce Encompass Health's new marketing campaign that demonstrates the importance of choosing the right level of rehabilitative care after a life-changing illness or injury.
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Choose Encompass Health :15 | Francine’s story
Each week, we celebrate Thankful Thursday by showing appreciation to our teams that keep our patients safe. This Thursday, the staff enjoyed fresh popcorn served by our CEO, Amber Hester, and Associate Administrator, Mark Studdard.
During the month of February, Encompass Health celebrated Black History Month to honor the significant contributions Black Americans have made in our history, as well as within our Company. Through our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we continue to advocate for meaningful change in order to create a more inclusive workplace for all minority groups. Read more about our Company’s commitment to inclusion and diversity here: http://ehc.careers/3tlo0AA.
Join us Friday Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for a live, online discussion on stroke awareness.
Topics will include signs and symptoms of a stroke and a cooking demo, as well as an opportunity to connect with stroke survivor and longtime AHA volunteer Butch Oustalet and keynote speaker Dr. Susi Folse.
Register at: https://ehc.news/3pkxKHT
We are excited to celebrate Black History Month! To recognize the occasion, we created a bulletin board of influential figures that have shaped history with their leadership and innovation.
We're excited to announce Encompass Health's new marketing campaign that demonstrates the importance of choosing the right level of rehabilitative care after a life-changing illness or injury.
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Choose Encompass Health :15 | Francine’s story
Each week, we celebrate Thankful Thursday by showing appreciation to our teams that keep our patients safe. This Thursday, the staff enjoyed fresh popcorn served by our CEO, Amber Hester, and Associate Administrator, Mark Studdard.
During the month of February, Encompass Health celebrated Black History Month to honor the significant contributions Black Americans have made in our history, as well as within our Company. Through our commitment to inclusion and diversity, we continue to advocate for meaningful change in order to create a more inclusive workplace for all minority groups. Read more about our Company’s commitment to inclusion and diversity here: http://ehc.careers/3tlo0AA.
Join us Friday Feb. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for a live, online discussion on stroke awareness.
Topics will include signs and symptoms of a stroke and a cooking demo, as well as an opportunity to connect with stroke survivor and longtime AHA volunteer Butch Oustalet and keynote speaker Dr. Susi Folse.
Register at: https://ehc.news/3pkxKHT
We are excited to celebrate Black History Month! To recognize the occasion, we created a bulletin board of influential figures that have shaped history with their leadership and innovation.
We celebrated National Patient Safety Awareness Week March 15-19. Staff and patients were encouraged to fill out a patient safety sign and take a picture by the backdrop. We provided popcorn and goodie bags to patients and staff as well.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, most of us remain focused on our health and immune system. Looking for ways to boost yours? A proper diet could be the answer. Dietitian Samantha White explains how you can get the most nutrition from your diet.
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Best foods to boost your immune system | Encompass Health
Research has shown that low-energy-dense diets help people maintain satiety and control their hunger, while lowering their caloric intake. Want to eat more but weigh less? Dana Harvey, a dietitian at Encompass Health Savannah, has some helpful tips.
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What are low-energy-dense foods | Encompass Health
We're excited to announce Encompass Health's new marketing campaign that demonstrates the importance of choosing the right level of rehabilitative care after a life-changing illness or injury.
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Choose Encompass Health :15 | Francine’s story
Each week, we celebrate Thankful Thursday by showing appreciation to our teams that keep our patients safe. This Thursday, the staff enjoyed fresh popcorn served by our CEO, Amber Hester, and Associate Administrator, Mark Studdard.
Caring for a loved one can be difficult, and caregiver burnout is real. Follow these tips to help avoid it and care for your self and your loved one.
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Caregiver burnout: How to protect yourself | Encompass Health
We celebrated National Patient Safety Awareness Week March 15-19. Staff and patients were encouraged to fill out a patient safety sign and take a picture by the backdrop. We provided popcorn and goodie bags to patients and staff as well.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, most of us remain focused on our health and immune system. Looking for ways to boost yours? A proper diet could be the answer. Dietitian Samantha White explains how you can get the most nutrition from your diet.
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Best foods to boost your immune system | Encompass Health
Research has shown that low-energy-dense diets help people maintain satiety and control their hunger, while lowering their caloric intake. Want to eat more but weigh less? Dana Harvey, a dietitian at Encompass Health Savannah, has some helpful tips.
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What are low-energy-dense foods | Encompass Health
We're excited to announce Encompass Health's new marketing campaign that demonstrates the importance of choosing the right level of rehabilitative care after a life-changing illness or injury.
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Choose Encompass Health :15 | Francine’s story
