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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 Plano, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Plano, 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 Plano 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.
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*We provide access to independent physicians.
Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano, 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:
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Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in amputee rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in hip fracture rehabilitation.
Medical Director
Dr. Gutierrez is executive medical director of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano. He also has an outpatient practice specializing in the treatment of neurological disorders. A graduate of Ponce School of Medicine in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Dr. Gutierrez completed his physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and is a member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine, American Association of Academic Physiatrists, Physiatric Association of Spine, Sports and Occupational Rehabilitation, and the North American Spine Society.
Dr. Gutierrez is an independent private practice physician.
Director of Therapy Operations
Bhavini serves as the director of therapy operations at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano previously serving as a therapy manager for six years before being promoted to her current role. Before that, she served as an occupational therapist at the company’s sister hospital in Midland since 2001. Bhavini graduated with a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She is dedicated to increasing patient and employee satisfaction in addition to improving outcomes.
Director of Quailty & Risk
Brenda is the director of quality and risk management for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano. She has been with Encompass Health for the past seven years working in hospitals in both Texas and Arizona. Brenda has 24 years of healthcare experience with her background being in ICU, legal nurse consulting and nursing education. She has a bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of Texas at Arlington and a master’s degree in nursing from Western Governor’s University. She is also a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse.
Human Resources Director
Linh presently serves as human resources director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano. Previously serving as human resources coordinator, Linh was promoted to her current position. Linh graduated with a bachelor’s degree in human resources management from Texas Woman’s University. Linh has a strong passion for engaging with employees and actively celebrating their successes.
Controller
Catrina joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano in 2006 as controller and brings more than 17 years of healthcare management expertise and 21 years of accounting experience to Encompass Health. She has also taught continuing education classes for Collin County Community College for several years. An east Texas native, Catrina graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a bachelor's degree in accounting. She received her master's degree in management from Amberton University.
Area Business Development Director
Nikki is the area business development director. She joined Encompass Health in 2018 as a rehab liaison, was promoted to senior rehab liaison in 2019 and to area business development director in 2023. Nikki was born and raised in Texas. She graduated from nursing school in 1995, and has close to 30 years of healthcare experience with more than 15 years in sales and marketing. She is responsible for developing the sales and marketing strategy, building community relationships, identifying growth opportunities and managing the rehabilitation, marketing and admissions liaison teams.
Director of Pharmacy
Thanh has served as the director of pharmacy at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Plano since 2006. She has been practicing as a clinical pharmacist for more than 10 years. Thanh joined the Encompass Health Plano team in 2004. She was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and attended the University Of Texas at Austin where she received a bachelor's degree in biology. In addition, Thanh received her doctorate degree in pharmacy from the University of Houston in 2001.
Director of Case Management
Darla joined Encompass Health Plano, formerly HealthSouth Plano in July 2015 and serves as the director of case management. She earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Illinois State University and relocated to Dallas shortly thereafter. She brings with her more than 24 years’ experience as a registered nurse serving in roles at the patient bedside and in leadership. She obtained her American Case Management Certification in 2015 and is a member of the American Case Management Association.
HIMS Supervisor
Yolinna joined Encompass Health Plano in 2019. She obtained her bachelor's degree in health information management from Texas State University. Yolinna strives to protect patient health information and have a pertinent role in the continuum of care for all patients after discharge.