Al is the chief executive officer for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden. He has more than 27 years of healthcare experience and started at Encompass Health Gadsden in October 2023. Al has worked in several different roles with Encompass Health including regional director of therapy operations and director of therapy operations at Encompass Health Gadsden and Encompass Health Lakeshore. He earned his bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his master's degree in business administration from Louisiana State University - Shreveport.

Dr. Rajendran serves as the medical director at Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden. Previously, he served as the medical director at an inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Rome, GA. Dr. Rajendran received his medical degree from Sri Ramachandra University (A Harvard Medical International Affiliated Institution in southern India). He completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Raj brings a wealth of experience in acute care, long term acute care, palliative care, and inpatient rehabilitation. He places a lot of emphasis on integrating medical treatment with lifestyle changes, nutritional, mental and emotional health to complement evidence-based practice.

Dr. Rajendran is an independent private practice physician.

Eddie brings 39 years of expertise in facility management, including seven years of conducting life safety survey assessments for healthcare facilities across the United States. In December 2024, He joined Encompass Health Gadsden, serving as the facilities management director. Eddie is an active member of the Alabama Society for Healthcare Engineering (ALaSHE) and the American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE), reflecting his commitment to advancing industry standards and best practices.

Leslie brings 23 years of nursing experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden. In 2013, she transferred to Encompass Health Gadsden from HealthSouth Lakeshore in Birmingham, Alabama, where she held multiple roles as a staff nurse, weekend nurse supervisor and PPS coordinator. She began her career at HealthSouth Gadsden as a case manager and was promoted to the director position in 2016. Leslie is a Certified Case Manger and Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse and is currently furthering her education at Southern New Hampshire University.

Chantel joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden in 2022 and was named human resources director in December 2024. She graduated from Jacksonville State University in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in management with a concentration in human resources. Chantel also earned her master's degree in business administration with certifications in human resources and accounting from University of Phoenix. In 2024, she obtained her Society of Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certifications.

Matthew was named director of quality and risk for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden in July 2022. He served as a marketing liaison for two years prior to being promoted to his current position. Prior to Matthew’s time with Encompass Health, he worked as a nursing home administrator for three years. Matthew brings more than 10 years of customer and patient satisfaction experience, as well as experience with regulatory and governing agencies. He holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University.

Wayne joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in April 2024 as controller. Wayne brings more than 35 years of accounting experience. He has over 25 years of manufacturing experience along with over 10 years of healthcare experience. He graduated with a degree in accounting from Auburn University.

Trevor was named director of pharmacy for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden in July 2021. He brings more than 10 years of pharmacy experience in areas including hospital, retail, chemotherapy and compounding. He has practiced for four years as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital setting. Trevor completed his undergraduate courses at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa and received his Doctorate of Pharmacy from Samford University.

Janet has been with Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden since 2002 and has worked in both the inpatient and outpatient departments. She specializes in stroke rehabilitation. Janet graduated from Auburn University with a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation services and received her master’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Alabama in Birmingham.

Hunter began her nursing career with Gadsden Regional Medical Center, where she was employed for 10 years. She graduated from Gadsden State Community College with her nursing degree in May 2011. In July 2011, she became a staff nurse and employee health nurse with the occupational health clinic. A few years later, she was promoted to the director of occupational health. As director, she earned her certifications in DOT, CAOHC and spirometry training. In January 2018, she began her career with Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden, as a rehab liaison. In this position, Hunter was cross-trained as a hybrid liaison, working in the field, as well as an admissions liaison, within the admissions office. She trained co-workers in the rehab and admissions liaison role and in August 2021 was appointed to the interim BDD position before taking on the position full time.

Blake was named chief nursing officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Gadsden in September 2024. Prior to Blake’s time with Encompass Health, he worked as a nursing patient care technician, staff nurse, charge nurse and manager The University of Alabama at Birmingham's emergency services division. Blake brings over 10 years’ experience in various healthcare positions with a concentration in patient and staff satisfaction. He holds an associate degree in pre-nursing and a bachelor's degree in nursing from Jacksonville State University.