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Welcome to Encompass Health North Tampa

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 North Tampa, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Lutz, 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 North Tampa 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 North Tampa, 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

71 Beds

Televisions

Free WiFi

Nonsmoking

Service and pet visitors allowed with up-to-date shot record

Telephones

Spanish translators available

Tours available

Cafeteria

Courtyard

Support groups

Volunteers

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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.

Leadership and Staff

Tarif Chowdhury CEO
TARIF "TC" CHOWDHURY

Chief Executive Officer

TC brings more than 14 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa.

TC brings more than 14 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. Prior to joining, TC served as the CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Miami. He joined Encompass Health in December of 2021 as an associate administrator at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliate of Martin Health in Stuart, Florida. He has spent much of his career in the acute care hospital setting in many different leadership and clinical positions. He earned both his bachelor’s degree in nursing and master’s degree in business administration from Western Governors University as well as two associate degrees from St. Petersburg College in nursing and arts. TC is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

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Kadir Carruthers
Kadir Carruthers

Medical Director

Kadir Carruthers, M.D is the medical director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa.

Kadir Carruthers, M.D is the medical director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. He is a native of Sebring, FL. Dr. Carruthers attended Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA. He earned his medical degree at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in 2018. Dr. Carruthers is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, with additional subspecialty board certification in Brain Injury Medicine. He enjoys traveling, various outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends. Dr. Carruthers is active in numerous professional organizations.

Dr. Carruthers is an independent private practice physician.

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Jennifer Alexander
JENNIFER ALEXANDER

Human Resources Director

Jennifer joined Encompass Health in April 2022.

Jennifer joined Encompass Health in April 2022. She brings more than 10 years of human resources experience in various industries, including healthcare, higher education and non-profit. She also works as an adjunct instructor teaching online courses focused on management and human resources. Jennifer received her bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership from Rasmussen University and her master's degree in business administration specializing in human resource management from Saint Leo University. Jennifer also holds a SHRM Certified Professional certification.

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Jason Barr
Jason Barr

Director of Pharmacy

Jason received both his bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s degree in genetics from Iowa State University.

Jason received both his bachelor’s degree in biology and master’s degree in genetics from Iowa State University and a doctorate of pharmacy degree from the University of Kansas. Prior to joining the Encompass Health team in North Tampa, he served in director of pharmacy positions with Encompass Health hospitals in Ocala, Florida and Bryan, Texas. He is credited with several publications and national poster presentations, and he comes to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa with more than 10 years of pharmacy director experience.

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Andrew Bedard
Andrew Bedard

Director of Therapy Operations

Andrew is the director of therapy operations for the team at Encompass Health of North Tampa.

Andrew is the director of therapy operations for the team at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa. Including his 19 years of leadership experience, he brings 26 years of inpatient physical therapy experience to his role of overseeing the therapy operations at the hospital. Andrew graduated from the University of Florida’s College of Health Related Professions in 1995 with a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.

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Angela Bergman
Angela Bergman

Director of Quality and Risk

Angela joined the leadership team at Encompass Health of North Tampa after serving at Encompass Health’s hospital in Rockford, Illinois.

Angela joined the leadership team at Encompass Health of North Tampa after serving at Encompass Health’s inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Rockford, Illinois. She started her career with Encompass Health in 2004 as a certified nursing assistant. She later worked as a registered nurse and a prospective payment system coordinator before moving into the directory of quality position in 2013. Angela earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Anthony College of Nursing as well as a bachelor's degree in agriculture - animal science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She also holds certifications in rehabilitation nursing and healthcare risk management. Angela is a member of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses, International Association of Forensic Nurses and the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management.

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William Donish
Wiliam 'Bill' Donish

Director of Facilities Management

Prior to joining Encompass Health of North Tampa, William “Bill” Donish worked for Encompass Health’s hospital in Largo since 2018.

Prior to joining the team at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa, William “Bill” Donish worked for Encompass Health’s hospital in Largo since 2018 and also previously served as the director of facilities management for a large skilled nursing facility in Tampa. An electrician by trade, he has held several positions including a master lead at St. Anthony Hospital, and has several certifications in his area of expertise. Before entering the healthcare setting, Bill was in retail management.

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Kimberly Lunt
Kimberly Lunt

Controller

Kimberly is a certified public accountant with more than 20 years of accounting and finance experience.

Kimberly is a certified public accountant with more than 20 years of accounting and finance experience. She joined Encompass Health in 2010. Prior to that, she was an assistant vice president with a real estate finance company with an emphasis on financial projections and reporting. She graduated from the University of Florida with a master’s degree in accounting.

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Claire Porter
Claire Roth

Senior Certified Director of Case Management

Claire joined the leadership team at Encompass Health of North Tampa after working at Encompass Health’s hospital in Largo.

Claire joined the leadership team at Encompass Health of North Tampa after working at Encompass Health’s inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Largo. A social worker by trade, she earned a bachelor’s degree in social work from Florida State University and a master’s degree in business administration in healthcare management from Saint Leo University. Prior to her time with Encompass Health, she spent eight years in acute care as a medical social worker, where she was promoted to supervisor of social services and served on the Ethics Committee. Claire is passionate about serving our patients and ensuring patients are successfully discharged through our interdisciplinary processes.

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Melissa Swift
MELISSA SWIFT

Business Development Director

Melissa is the business development director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation hospital of North Tampa.

Melissa is the business development director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of North Tampa and has 30 years of experience as a registered nurse. Her passion lies in providing our patients with the best possible care they deserve. She has 20 years of sales experience and has proven sales expertise in various areas. Her leadership experience includes post acute and acute. Melissa received her ADN from Black Hawk College and attended the University of St. Francis where she pursued her bachelor's degree.

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