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Welcome to Encompass Health Concord

We know that choosing where to receive care after a life-changing illness or injury is an important decision for you and your loved ones. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Concord, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

When you choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.

At our hospital you will receive:

  • Three hours of therapy, five days per week
  • 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation
  • Frequent visits from a physician*

*We provide access to independent physicians.

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Better Rehabilitation Starts Here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you. Our specialties include but are not limited to:

 

 

Superior Amenities at Our Hospitals

50 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Free WiFi

Nonsmoking

Pet Friendly

Service Animals Allowed with Supporting Documentation

Courtyard

Day Room

Free Parking

Onsite Hemodialysis

Interpreter Services

Tours Available

Student Observation Hours

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We Proudly Display Our Gold Seal of Approval™

Stroke Rehabilitation

Our stroke rehabilitation program has earned Disease-Specific Care Certification from The Joint Commission.

Amputee Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in amputee rehabilitation.

Hip Fracture Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in hip fracture rehabilitation.

Leadership and Staff

Sharon Hartl
Sharon Hartl, OTR/L

Chief Executive Officer

Sharon has nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare, with the majority of her career spent in acute inpatient rehabilitation.

Sharon has nearly 30 years of experience in healthcare, with the majority of her career spent in acute inpatient rehabilitation. She has held progressive positions as occupational therapist, stroke program leader, occupational therapy clinical leader, and has been a member of the senior leadership team as the director of therapy operations at New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland since 2012. She serves on the quality advisory committee at MaineHealth Care at Home, currently holds the position as legislative chair for the Maine Occupational Therapy Association and is a member of the Maine Stroke Alliance. She is a seasoned professional whose commitment to extraordinary patient care is foremost in her role as a clinician and as a leader. Sharon is a graduate of Quinnipiac University.

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Jeremy Collins
JEREMY G. COLLINS, MD

Medical Director

Dr. Jeremy Giere Collins is ACGME board certified in physical medicine & rehabilitation and interventional spine and pain management.

Dr. Jeremy Giere Collins is ACGME board certified in physical medicine & rehabilitation and interventional spine and pain management. He graduated with honors from the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School. He completed his residency and fellowship training at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Collins is a former assistant clinical professor at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center.

Dr. Collins is an independent private practice physician.

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Melissa Buckley
MELISSA BUCKLEY

Director of Case Management

Melissa joined the Encompass Health team in 2023 from Catholic Medical Center with twenty years of nursing and case management experience.

Melissa joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord team in 2023. She comes from Catholic Medical Center and has twenty years of nursing and case management experience. She has held roles in numerous healthcare settings including skilled nursing, homecare, hospice and acute care. She was the weekend supervisor of a busy rehabilitation facility for five years before being promoted to director of a twenty-five-bed rehabilitation unit. Prior to and during her nursing career, Melissa served proudly in the United States Army Medical Corps for six years. Melissa holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from Southern New Hampshire University and is a member of the American Case Management Association.

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Dennis Dubord
DENNIS DUBORD

Facilities Management Director

Dennis has 22 years of experience in facilities management.

Dennis has 22 years of experience in facilities management, with the majority of his career at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord. He’s held progressive positions as maintenance supervisor, plant operations director and was promoted in 2021 to an area facilities management director where he assists multiple Encompass Health hospitals within the Northeast Region.  Dennis serves as the hospital’s safety officer and ensures compliance with the Joint Commission Accreditation Standards as well as compliance with all state, local and federal regulations regarding the environment of care. Dennis is a member of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers (ASHE)

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Ashley Dupell
ASHLEY DUPELL

Director of Therapy Operations

Ashley is a dedicated occupational therapist with a master’s degree in occupational therapy from Worcester State University.

Ashley is a dedicated occupational therapist with a master’s degree in occupational therapy and a minor in psychology from Worcester State University. Since beginning her career in 2017 at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to rehabilitation, particularly with patients recovering from spinal cord injuries, and leadership. Holding roles such as OT team leader and therapy manager, Ashley has excelled in providing compassionate care while also fostering leadership among her team. Actively involved in the field, she is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and contributes to Encompass Health's AOTA Partnership Committee, driving initiatives to enhance occupational therapy practices.

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Julie D. Harris
JULIE D. HARRIS, MSN, RN, CEN, TCRN

Chief Nursing Officer

Julie joined the Encompass Health team in 2023 with a strong background in both nursing education and leadership.

Julie joined the Encompass Health team in 2023 with a strong background in both nursing education and leadership. Prior to her current role, she was the director of a freestanding emergency department. Julie attended Adelphi University in Garden City, New York where she obtained a bachelor's degree in English, before continuing to Molloy College in Rockville Center, New York for her bachelor's degree in nursing. She then completed her master's degree in nursing with a focus in organizational leadership at the American Sentinel College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Post University. She is board-certified in emergency nursing and trauma nursing and has lived in New Hampshire since 2008.

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Greg Kobilarcsik
GREG KOBILARCSIK, RPh

Director of Pharmacy

Greg oversees the inpatient pharmacy services at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord.

Greg oversees the inpatient pharmacy services at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord. He earned his bachelor's degree in pharmacy in 1992 from the Duquesne University School of Pharmacy in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 2024, he joined the team at Encompass Health, bringing over thirty years of pharmacy and leadership experience. He takes pride in the extensive pharmacy involvement with patients, physicians and nurses in an acute rehabilitation setting. In addition, he is committed to improving medication management, increasing awareness of appropriate use of antimicrobials and promoting safe use of medications.

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Judy LaFrance
Judith LaFrance, MBA

Controller

Judy became Encompass Health Concord's controller in 2018 and brings with her more than 30 years of experience in finance, mostly spent in a healthcare setting.

Judy became Encompass Health Concord's controller in 2018 and brings with her more than 30 years of experience in finance, mostly spent in a healthcare setting. She received her MBA in leadership from Franklin Pierce College and her BA in psychology from the University of New Hampshire. Prior to HealthSouth, she spent 10 years at LRGHealthcare, most recently serving as the director of accounting. Judy is the treasurer of NHMGMA and a former member of the Partnership for Public Health board in Laconia, NH.

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Kristene Lavoie
KRISTENE LAVOIE

Business Development Director

Kristene joined Encompass in 2020 with nearly 25 years’ experience in healthcare, primarily in the post-acute continuum.

Kristene joined Encompass Health in 2020 with nearly 25 years of experience in healthcare, primarily in the post-acute continuum. She started as a clinical liaison and in August 2022 she joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord leadership team as the business development director. Kristene is passionate about patient care. She and her team educate the community about the benefits of acute rehab and help patients access the most appropriate level of post-acute care to ensure they have the best possible outcomes.

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Brandon Pinard
Brandon Pinard, MSA, BSN, RN

Director of Quality & Risk

Brandon came to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord in 2021 with more than 20 years of nursing at Concord Hospital.

Brandon came to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concord in 2021 with more than 20 years of nursing experience at Concord Hospital. Her background is in medical, surgery, urology, post procedural and post-surgical care. While in acute care, Brandon delivered care and served as a charge nurse and preceptor for new staff. She then moved into the facilitator of patient flow for the organization. Brandon spent the last 10 years of service in acute care as a nurse manager of a 38-bed surgical, trauma and telemetry unit. She is well known for her dedication to patients and crossing departmental divides to provide the best care possible. Brandon has nurse executive experience and a passion for quality. She received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of New Hampshire and a master’s degree from New England College.

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Scott Watkins
SCOTT WATKINS

Human Resources Director

Scott started with Encompass Health in February 2024.

Scott started with Encompass Health in February 2024. He has worked in the field of human resources for over 26 years. His experience prior to Encompass Health includes time spent in acute care, commercial construction and manufacturing. Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and a master's degree in education. He has held his SHRM-CP certification since 2018.

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