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Welcome to Our Hospital

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 University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Coralville, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

When you choose University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health 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.

Learn what to expect during inpatient rehabilitation

Better Rehabilitation Starts Here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health, 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

40 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Cafeteria

Free WiFi

Parking

Nonsmoking

Courtyard

Pet Friendly

Service Animals Allowed

Interpreter Services

Spanish Translators Available

Student Observation Hours

Bariatric Rooms

Day Room

Tours Available

Private Rooms

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Careers

Our Hospital's Accredited Programs Ensuring High-Quality Patient Care

Stroke Rehabilitation

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

Leadership and Staff

Angela Zaremba
Angela Zaremba

Area Chief Executive Officer

Angela came to the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital from The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio where she served as an associate administrator.

Angela came to the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital from The Rehabilitation Institute of Ohio, formerly Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Dayton, where she served as an associate administrator. Angela brings more than 20 years of healthcare experience to the University of Iowa Rehabilitation Hospital. In addition to her clinical background, Angela also brings a knowledge of quality and risk management, and several years of hospital operational and executive leadership. She is a Kentucky native, and has an associate’s degree in respiratory sciences from the University of Louisville, a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, and a master’s degree in business administration from Ottawa University.

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Philip Chen
PHILIP CHEN

Medical Director

Dr. Philip Chen is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician (PM&R) providing inpatient rehabilitation services for patients.

Dr. Philip Chen is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician (PM&R) providing inpatient rehabilitation services for patients at the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture between University of Iowa Health Systems and Encompass Health. Dr. Chen joined the University of Iowa health care faculty in 2017 to grow PM&R services. Dr. Chen received his medical degree from University of Iowa's Carver College of Medicine, followed by a residency at the University of Michigan, where he was chief resident, and completed a spinal cord injury fellowship. He is board certified in PM&R, and has a subspecialty board certification in spinal cord injury medicine.

Dr. Chen is an independent private practice physician.

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Brenda Bell
BRENDA BELL

Chief Nursing Officer

With more than 26 years of acute care experience, Brenda Bell serves as the chief nursing officer.

With more than 26 years of acute care experience, Brenda Bell serves as the chief nursing officer at the University of Iowa Rehabilitation Health Network Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health.  Brenda has almost 12 years of leadership experience in critical care and cardiovascular services. She leads by example and works tirelessly to create a hospital environment that provides comfort, professionalism and respect for patients and staff. Brenda received a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Iowa and a master's degree in nursing, with an emphasis in nursing administration, from Mount Mercy University in Cedar Rapids.

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Katie Finkey
KATIE FINKEY, PHARMD

Director of Pharmacy

Katie Finkey serves as the director of pharmacy at The University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital.

Katie Finkey serves as the director of pharmacy at The University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital. She graduated with her doctorate in pharmacy from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy, and before joining the University of Iowa Rehab Hospital, was a pharmacy manager for Walgreens. Katie brings with her a passion for quality patient care and patient education. She is also a member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists.

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Brenda Harvest
BRENDA HARVEY

Director of Case Management

Brenda began her career with Encompass Health in 2013 as a case manager in Overland Park, Kansas.

Brenda began her career with Encompass Health in 2013 as a case manager in Overland Park, Kansas. Since 2018, she has served as a director of case management in the Austin and Dallas markets. Brenda has over 30 years of social work experience in inpatient acute care and psychiatric hospitals. Her experience includes therapeutic foster care, special needs adoptions, outpatient specialty clinics and skilled nursing facilities. Brenda graduated from Central Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in social work. She holds a certification as a case manager and is a licensed social worker in Iowa and Texas. Brenda’s passion is to support the case management team to improve clinical and functional outcomes.

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Stacey Hodges
STACEY HODGES

Director of Therapy Operations

Stacey serves as director of therapy operations at University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital.

With 23 years of healthcare experience delivering therapy to all levels of care, Stacey serves as director of therapy operations at University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health. Stacey earned her degree from St. Ambrose University in occupational therapy. Before joining the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, Stacey held positions as senior occupational therapist at St. Luke’s Hospital, director of therapy for rehab visions, and occupational therapist at the University of Iowa Hospital. Stacey’s passion is delivering the best individualized therapy to her patients so they can achieve their goals and return to their prior status.

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Nic Johnson
NIC JOHNSON

Controller

Nic has worked in the healthcare sector’s finance area for his entire career.

Nic has worked in the healthcare sector’s finance area for his entire career, with the last four years dedicated to inpatient rehabilitation facilities. He joined the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health, in 2023 as controller. Nic has a master’s degree in business administration and a bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration. Nic brings experience in leadership, acute care, outpatient services, and medical research as well.

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Kim Lopez
KIM LOPEZ

Director of Quality & Risk

With more than 28 years of nursing experience, Kim serves as the director of quality & risk.

With more than 28 years of nursing experience, Kim serves as the director of quality & risk at the University of Iowa Rehabilitation Health Network Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health. She has more than 25 years of leadership experience in stroke, critical care and emergency medicine. She strives to maintain a hospital environment that provides safe, quality care for our patients, while engaging and educating staff. Kim received a bachelor's degree in nursing from the University of Iowa.

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Elizabeth Nissen
BETH NISSEN

Human Resources Director

Beth has more than 20 years of human resources and payroll experience, with 16 years in the healthcare industry.

Beth has more than 20 years of human resources and payroll experience, with 16 years in the healthcare industry. Prior to joining University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, a venture with Encompass Health, Beth worked as the human resources director in the Chicagoland area at a large acute care hospital. She also has held progressive human resources roles in Florida, Nebraska, Iowa and Alabama. Beth graduated from Clarke University with a degree in business administration. Beth’s mission is to help staff realize both personal and professional success to ensure the safe delivery of quality care to our patients.

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Joshua Schultz
JOSHUA SCHULTZ

Facilities Management Director

Joshua, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa native, brings more than six years of experience in healthcare facilities management. 

Joshua, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa native, brings more than six years of experience in healthcare facilities management. Prior to joining the University of Iowa Health Network Rehabilitation Hospital, his experience was working for HCA Healthcare in Texas. His drive and passion and attention to detail in improving for environmental, health and safety standards helped him propel his career from maintenance technician to regulatory compliance supervisor to manager to director for a 350-bed hospital. Joshua’s focus is on advancing our hospital’s environment of care.

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