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October 21, 2019 at 7:51 PM ·
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Cincinnati, 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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What is inpatient rehabilitation? | Encompass Health
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
Do you know what a Transient Ishcemic Attack or TIA is? More than 20 percent of those who have a major stroke experience one day before. However, the symptoms only last a few minutes causing many to ignore this early warning sign. Learn more about what a TIAs is and why it should not be ignored.
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Did you have a stroke and not know it? | Encompass Health
After developing sepsis, Gayle Fisk lost both of her legs, her left hand and part of her right hand. An endless source of hope and optimism, she discovered a new family at Encompass Health and lives life to the fullest.
MS is a chronic disease that impacts the central nervous system, disrupting the flow of information in the brain. Learn how inpatient rehabilitation can benefit some MS patients by helping build strength and regain independence.
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Treatment options for multiple sclerosis | Encompass Health
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
An ATV accident left 19-year-old Evan Deisch of Cincinnati, Ohio, with a severe traumatic head injury, aneurysm, broken face, a broken jaw and a ruptured aorta. After being airlifted then treated at a trauma center, he was transferred to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital at Norwood to help him return to walking, playing the guitar and fishing.
Forming a close relationship with him in a time of COVID-19 visitor restrictions, his therapist Healy even took on the role of barber and gave him a haircut during his stay.
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
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
October is National Physical Therapy Month. We are proud to highlight our Physical Therapists who have achieved Board Certification from the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) in the area of Neurologic Physical Therapy. These clinicians have advanced expertise in working with patients with neurologic conditions and have passed a board certification exam. You can find a Neurologic Clinical Specialist near you at : https://ehc.news/2TOudVj. There are 32 Neurologic Clinical Specialists within 50 miles of our hospital and 18.75% of them work here!
Brittany Ford, PT, DPT, NCS
Annie Hartmann, PT, DPT, NCS
Kylie Leahy, PT, DPT, NCS, CBIS
Jillian Markus, PT, DPT, NCS, CBIST
Monica Myers, PT, DPT, NCS, C/NDT, CBIS
Kim Perkins, PT, DPT, NCS
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
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
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
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy holiday. Happy Thanksgiving from Encompass Health.
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
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
Encompass Health employees at both the Drake and Norwood locations in Cincinnati partnered with the Salvation Army to sponsor an Angel Tree. Fifty children in the community received gifts from their wish lists. Over 70 bags of toys, clothing and bedding were collected and donated.
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.
Meet our new CNO!
Melissa Samuelson has recently accepted the chief nursing officer position for Encompass Health Cincinnati at both the Drake and Norwood locations. Melissa holds a doctorate of nursing practice in addition to a master's and bachelor's degree in nursing. She was recently the vice president and chief nursing officer for two acute care hospitals in the Cincinnati area. Melissa has over 20 years experience as a chief nursing executive for both large and small hospital systems and over 30 years of diverse nursing experience. We welcome Melissa to our Encompass Health Cincinnati team!
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?
Sharee Lewis RN, ADN, has been promoted to nurse manager for our Encompass Health Drake campus. She recently held supervisory and interim nurse manger positions for Encompass Health. Sharee began her career as a LPN in skilled nursing facilities, and after getting her RN degree, worked on a pre- and post-orthopedic unit in an acute care hospital. She comes to Encompass health with a wealth of knowledge in both acute and post-acute settings.
Shelly Geis has been promoted to nurse manager for our Encompass Health Norwood campus. She has both degrees in nursing and respiratory therapy and has over 20 years of healthcare experience. She recently held supervisory and interim nurse manager positions for Encompass Health. Prior to coming to Encompass Health, Shelly was a staff nurse on a transitional care unit at an acute care hospital and held management positions in respiratory therapy departments.
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
Members of the senior leadership team at Encompass Health Cincinnati line up to get their COVID-19 vaccines.
From left to right: Ken Snyder, controller; Melissa Samuelson, chief nursing officer; Deanna Cox, director of quality and risk management; Monica Myers, therapy manager; Joe Walsh, director of pharmacy services. Kudos to Joe Walsh for procuring the vaccines from the State of Ohio and Monica Myers for organizing the inoculation scheduling.
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
Occupational Therapist Shannon Thomas works with patient Dennis Batton to help recover arm and hand function after a stroke. Shannon is utilizing the Bioness H200, an innovative device that utilizes electrical pulses to stimulate the nerves and contract muscles in the arm and hand to aid in movement. Encompass Health Cincinnati holds Disease Specific Care Certification from The Joint Commission in brain injury rehabilitation, spinal cord injury rehabilitation and stroke rehabilitation.
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
Patient Dennis Batton rings the independence bell to celebrate his discharge from Encompass Health of Cincinnati at Drake campus. Dennis successfully completed his inpatient stroke rehabilitation program and looks forward to returning to his job as a security guard at a local hospital!
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
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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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.
Encompass Health Cincinnati collected baskets to raffle as part a fundraising effort to support the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s annual heart walk. We're proud to report that we raised more than $800 dollars.
It's common practice now to research your symptoms online, but when does this become a problem and what can you do to fix it? Learn more about cyberchondria and treatment options.
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What is cyberchondria and how to treat it | 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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Encompass Health hosted a dog walk to raise funds for the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association's annual heart walk. Although the heart walk was virtual this year, employees of Encompass Health paraded their dogs around the hospital campus to cheer up patients. The team raised $250 for heart disease and stroke research.
