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Welcome to our hospital

At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Located in Braintree and serving the Boston area, we are a leading provider of rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex orthopedic and neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease. We also have a inpatient rehabilitation location in Framingham.

Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.

Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.

*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.

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Careers

Superior amenities at our hospitals

187 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Free WiFi

Nonsmoking

Courtyard

Interpreter services

Spanish translators available

Tours available

Support groups

Student observation hours

Braintree's 44rd annual Neurorehabilitation conference

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We proudly display our Gold Seal of Approval™

Stroke Rehabilitation

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

Traumatic Brain Injury Rehabilitation

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

Brain Injury Rehabilitation

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

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The following region contains a Google 3D virtual tour feature that allows a user to view the Encompass Health facility. To assist screen reader users in understanding what is presented in the 3D virtual tour, each image view is independently described within lists that can be found under each linked heading.

Please click on the arrows to navigate through the hallways on each floor. Use the "L" options on the right-hand side of the tour window below to navigate through different areas/floors of the hospital for a full virtual tour. See a key to "L" areas below.

L0 - Day room
  • Multiple tables and chairs to patients and visitors to sit together.
  • Table with computer and printers for patient use.
  • Books available to borrow and read with television and chairs to watch TV
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  • Large open area for therapy equipment.
  • Various therapy technologies throughout room for use during physical and occupational therapy.
  • Small shelving unit with fake groceries for patients to practice shopping after discharge.
  • Multiple tables throughout room to assist in therapy.
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L2 - Courtyard
  • Outdoor area with multiple tables with umbrellas to rest and relax.
  • Gazebo with multiple benches throughout for sitting .
  • Mailboxes and walking area for patients and visitors.
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L3 - Cafeteria
  • Cafeteria area with salad bar, buffet, microwave, and popcorn machine.
  • Tables and chairs throughout for eating meals.
  • Vending machine for drinks and snacks.
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  • Two beds in patient room with , sink, bathroom, TV and chairs for visitors.
  • Two wardrobes available for clothing and personal effects.
  • Two nightstands and window with view.
  • Activities of daily living suite is recreated bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom area to simulate activities of daily life for patients to practice before they return home.
  • Bedroom area has bed and couch for sitting.
  • Kitchen has includes standard kitchen appliances and table and chairs.
  • Bathroom has shower, sink, and toilet.

Hospital happenings

While joint replacement surgery doesn't always qualify someone for inpatient rehabilitation, Kevin Devine's case was unique, as he lives with multiple sclerosis. Our care team helped manage his MS while rebuilding strength so he could resume long walks with his wife, Nancy.

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Kevin and Nancy Devine

Hospital happenings

Are you wondering where to send your loved one for rehabilitation? Check out this video of Lori, who shares her experience of what it was like to send her beloved father to Encompass Health Braintree. Lori’s father was recently admitted to help manage his Parkinson’s disease and recover from a hip fracture. Once he was at Encompass Health, his physical and mental health improved dramatically. Check out this video to learn more about what Encompass Health Braintree can offer you or a loved one.

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Lori

Hospital happenings

Due to COVID-19, Chanta has spent the last few months fighting for her life. In March, Chanta was critically ill with COVID-19, requiring intubation and extensive medical treatments. When she came to us for rehabilitation after being hospitalized for a month, she needed two people to stand and had to re-learn how to walk, talk and eat. She also needed supplemental oxygen to breathe. After spending a month at Encompass Health Braintree, Chanta is walking on her own, taking care of herself independently, talking more clearly and does not need supplemental oxygen.

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Chanta

Hospital happenings

Marc is a retired firefighter who has been battling multiple sclerosis for a long time. With MS, patients may have debilitating symptoms. While at Encompass Health Braintree, Marc worked intensely with our physical and occupational therapists to help improve his balance, walking and ability to complete his daily routines, so he could safely return home to his wife. Here is Marc describing his experience with MS and how Encompass Health has helped him.

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Mark

Hospital happenings

May is Stroke Awareness Month. We know that the effects of a stroke are as unique as each of our patients, and we also know that many conditions experienced after a stroke respond to specialized rehabilitation. Meet one of our recent successful stroke patients, Fred. His dedicated team including doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses and his case manager worked diligently to help him get healthier and stronger.

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Fred

Hospital happenings

Leslie Gerstel, our case management assistant, retired from Encompass Health Braintree after working with us for 39 years.

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Leslie Gerstel

Hospital happenings

Dejanel Register did not expect his busy life to be disrupted by a traumatic spinal cord injury. After just eight days in the acute care hospital, Dejanel arrived at Encompass Health Braintree to begin his recovery process.

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Dejanel Register

Hospital happenings

Meet Paul and his wife Carol. Paul and Carol have been married for 62 years, and have always spent their days together until recently. Paul has not been able to see his wife in over a month because he was recently hospitalized and has been in treatment with us after his surgery.

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Paul and Carol

Hospital happenings

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Parkinson’s disease is a type of movement disorder that can affect the ability to perform common, daily activities. There are an estimated 1 million Americans living with Parkinson’s disease and more than 10 million people worldwide (APDA).

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Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Hospital happenings

At Encompass Health Braintree we are keenly aware of the immense affects Parkinson’s disease can have on a person’s quality of life. Here are some wise words from the director of our movement disorders program, Dr. Stephanie Bissonnette.

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Dr. Stephanie Bissonnette

Leadership and staff

Cindy Page
Cindy Page

Chief Executive Officer

Cindy joined Encompass Health Braintree with more than 30 years of clinical and healthcare management experience.

Cindy joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree with more than 30 years of clinical and healthcare management experience. Prior to joining Encompass Health, Cindy served as chief operating officer at OSS Health in York, Pennsylvania. A Massachusetts native, she received her bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and her master’s degree in healthcare professions from Northeastern University. She is a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives.

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Arthur Williams
Arthur Williams, M.D.

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Williams has served as the medical director since 2009.

Dr. Williams has been at Encompass Health Braintree since 1998 and has served as the medical director since 2009. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Notre Dame and his medical doctorate was achieved from Rutgers Medical School. He was a research fellow at the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda, Maryland prior to completing his medical residency through Brown University School of Medicine where he held the position of chief medical resident. He was an early proponent of hospitalist medicine developing the original hospitalist programs at both South Shore Hospital andEncompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree.

Dr. Williams is an independent private practice physician.

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Maureen Doe
MAUREEN DOE

Human Resources Director

Maureen brings 25 years of human resources experience from the human services, construction management, legal and healthcare industries.

Maureen brings 25 years of human resources experience from the human services, construction management, legal and healthcare industries. She graduated from St. Joseph’s College of Maine and is a SHRM Certified Professional in human resources. Maureen has a long standing commitment to volunteer work serving individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities and currently sits on the CAB board of directors of the Department of Developmental Services.

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Carol Gorman
Carol Gorman, LSW

Director of Case Management

Carol was promoted to director of case management in 2001.

Carol holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Massachusetts and is a licensed social worker. She began her employment with Encompass Health Braintree in 2000 as a case manager and was promoted to director of case management in 2001. She has worked in a variety of healthcare settings in a leadership social work/case management capacity for more than 20 years.

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Greg Habereck
GREGORY HABEREK

Facilities Management Director

Greg brings more than 30 years of healthcare experience to his role as facilities management director.

Greg brings 12 years of healthcare experience from Rhode Island & Hasbro Children’s Hospital as the facilities construction and maintenance manager, almost four years as director of facilities and capital planning at Massasoit Community College and 22 years at Texas Instruments Inc. as a mechanical engineer & facilities management. Greg graduated from Rhode Island College with a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, New England Institute of Technology with an associate's degree in building construction and holds a Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Div. of Professional Licensures Board of Building Regulations and Standards Unrestricted Construction License, and a certified trainer in the concepts of 5S, lean, six sigma.

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Kareem Hammad
KAREEM HAMMAD, RPh, MBA

Director of Pharmacy

Dr. Hammad joined Encompass Health with more than 17 years of experience to his role.

As a healthcare and pharmacy leader, Dr. Hammad joined Encompass Health with more than 17 years of experience from diverse and renowned healthcare academic centers, acute care settings, rehabilitation, regional care and corporate management. Kareem earned his MBA in healthcare from Boston University and his Doctor of pharmacy degree from MCPHS University. Prior to Encompass, Dr. Hammad worked as a director of pharmacy services at Shriners Hospital for Children. He was also a pharmacy leader at Massachusetts General Hospital and Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston

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Randy Jean
RANDY JEAN

Director of Quality & Risk

Randy earned his Doctorate degree in physical therapy from University of Massachusetts Lowell.

Randy earned his Doctorate degree in physical therapy from University of Massachusetts Lowell. As a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist, he has worked in the academic setting, acute care setting, outpatient setting and acute inpatient rehabilitation setting. Since 2017 Randy has also served on the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health and on the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Special Commission on Foreign-Trained Medical Professionals.

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Janibel Padilla
JANIBEL PADILLA

Director of Nutrition Services

Janibel brings more than 16 years of healthcare food service experience to Encompass Health.

Janibel brings more than 16 years of healthcare food service experience to Encompass Health, with a little over five years of managerial experience. Throughout the years, she has worked her way up within the food services department. She was born and raised in Boston and is currently working on her bachelor's degree in accounting at Southern New Hampshire University.

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Daniel Parkinson
Daniel Parkinson, PT, MBA

Business Development Director

As a physical therapist, Dan worked in the acute care setting, home care setting and acute rehabilitation setting.

Dan earned his bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from Ithaca College in 1993. As a physical therapist, he has worked in the acute care setting, home care setting and acute rehabilitation setting. Dan served as the director of clinical services at Encompass Health Braintree from 2000 to 2015. During that time, Dan earned his master’s degree in business administration at the University of Massachusetts in 2004. Dan transitioned into his current role of business development director in 2015.

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Kimberly Van Daley
Kimberly Van Daley, MS, PT

Director of Therapy Operations

Kim has been a physical therapist for approximately 16 years.

Kim has been a physical therapist for approximately 16 years. After obtaining a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Boston College, she went on to receive her master’s degree in physical therapy from Columbia University. She joined Encompass Health Braintree in 2001. From 2003 until 2015 she was a physical therapy team leader on the spinal cord injury/orthopedic/complex medical floor. She became the director of therapy operations in 2015.

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Connected care – Multiple locations

No matter where our patients are in the recovery process, we can help. We develop care plans to meet patients where they are, including comprehensive inpatient and outpatient therapy services and treatments. Visit any of our locations to learn more.

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