Encompass Health opens new rehabilitation hospital in Kissimmee, Florida
Encompass Health (NYSE: EHC) has officially announced the opening of the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee, located at 4950 Calypso Cay Way. This new 50-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility is designed to serve patients recovering from severe illnesses and injuries, such as strokes, neurological disorders, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations, and complex orthopedic conditions.
State-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Services
The Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee is equipped with all private patient rooms, a large therapy gym featuring advanced rehabilitation technologies, an activities of daily living suite, a therapy courtyard, a cafeteria, and a dayroom. These facilities underscore the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality care and enhancing the recovery process for patients.
Patients at the hospital benefit from 24-hour registered nursing care and access to a range of therapeutic services including physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The aim is to restore functional ability and improve the quality of life for individuals undergoing rehabilitation. The care is administered by a team of highly specialized nurses, therapists, and physicians dedicated to patient recovery.
Leadership and Regional Impact
Amanda Atkinson, CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Kissimmee, expressed pride in the opening of the facility: “We are honored to open this rehabilitation hospital to help individuals in the community recovering from major illnesses and injuries regain the strength and function to return back to what matters most. Our dedicated team of experts will provide specialized care, close to home at this state-of-the-art hospital. We are excited to have the opportunity to serve as the region’s trusted choice for rehabilitation.”
Encompass Health’s Growing Network
The Kissimmee facility marks the 161st inpatient rehabilitation hospital for Encompass Health and its 21st in Florida, consolidating its status as the largest owner and operator of rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. Encompass Health’s extensive network includes 161 hospitals across 37 states and Puerto Rico, focusing on delivering compassionate and high-quality rehabilitative care, utilizing advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery.