News & events at our hospital

COVID-19 survivor returns home after nearly six months in hospital

08/06/21

After nearly six months in the hospital battling COVID-19, Lloyd Jarrell was finally able to return home to his wife.

Thomas’ story: Getting back to his pre-stroke life

12/30/20

After suffering a stroke, Thomas Bologna, 64, had little hope that he would be able to return to his former life. By the time Thomas left Encompass Health Ocala, he was walking 220 feet with a walker and was independent with transfers.

Judy Sims' rehabilitation story

11/06/20

After multiple stays in the hospital and skilled nursing facilities, Judy Sims arrived at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Ocala with one specific goal—she wanted to be able to walk more than 50 feet, and she wanted to do so before her grandson’s birthday.