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Welcome to Encompass Health Savannah

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 Savannah, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Savannah, 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 Savannah 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 Savannah, 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

60 Private Rooms

Televisions

Telephones

Free WiFi

Courtyard

Pet Friendly

Interpreter Services

Tours Available

Support Groups

Parking

Nonsmoking

Service Animals Allowed

Onsite Dialysis

Bariatric Rooms

Cafeteria

Therapy Animals

Day Room

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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.

Hip Fracture Rehabilitation

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

Leadership and Staff

Randal Hamilton
RANDAL HAMILTON

Chief Executive Officer

Randall Joined Encompass Health in 2022 bringing more than 20 years of healthcare experience.

Randall Joined Encompass Health in 2022 bringing more than 20 years of healthcare experience. He began his career with the United States Navy, serving as an ocean systems technician analyst and later as a military police officer. He started his healthcare career as a nurse and has since served in multiple roles, including most recently as regional CEO, overseeing post-acute care hospitals and outpatient clinics in Panama City, Gainesville and Pensacola regions. Randal completed his associate degree in nursing from Pensacola Junior College, his bachelor’s degree in nursing from the University of South Alabama, and his master’s degree in business administration from Liberty University.

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Steven Novack
Dr. Steven Novack

Medical Director

Dr. Novack serves as the director of rehabilitation medicine at the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah.

Dr. Novack serves as the director of rehabilitation medicine at the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah. He is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation having completed his residency at Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital in New York City in 1989. Additionally, he is a member of the medical staff at Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah.

Dr. Novack is an independent private practice physician.

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Molly Dutton
MOLLY DUTTON, LMSW, CCM

Director of Case Management

Molly graduated with a master’s degree in social work from Florida State University.

Molly graduated with a master’s degree in social work from Florida State University. She is a certified trainer in dealing with patients with dementia behaviors. With over ten years of healthcare case management experience, Molly joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah in 2017. She remains an active member in several community and national groups including the Coalition of Advocates for Georgia’s Elderly, Greater Savannah Coalition on Aging, Community Healthcare Connections, the NASW and the CSWA.

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Michelle Evans
MICHELE EVANS, RN, CEN, TCRN

Chief Nursing Officer

Michele graduated from the University of St. Mary with a bachelor's degree in nursing.

Michele graduated from the University of St. Mary with a bachelor's degree in nursing. She is currently obtaining her master's degree in nursing leadership from Western Governors University. She began her professional career as an ER/trauma nurse for both the civilian and military sector. She obtained dual board certifications as an ER & trauma nurse. During her nine-year tenure in emergency medicine as the chief nursing officer and trauma program manager for DHA, she successfully developed and implemented the first Level IV trauma center in the State of Georgia and across all military treatment facilities. Michele has been with Encompass Health since January 2024.

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Joni Juergens
JONI JUERGENS

Business Development Director

Joni graduated with an associates degree in physical therapist assisting from South University in 2012.

Joni graduated with an associate’s degree in physical therapist assisting from South University in 2012. She began her professional career in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation with experience that spans over 12 years. She has been with Encompass Health since May 2018 and continues her passion to advocate for patients and their families as they navigate rehabilitation needs and support their goals to optimize recovery.

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Katherine Lewis
KATHERINE LEWIS, PT, DPT, C NDT

Director of Quality & Risk

Katherine graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in applied physiology and kinesiology from the University of Florida 2011.

Katherine graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in applied physiology and kinesiology from the University of Florida 2011. In 2015, she received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of South Florida. She holds special certification in neuro-developmental treatment. She has been with Encompass Health since May 2017 as a physical therapist before transitioning into the role of director of quality and risk in February 2024.

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Susan Parys
SUSAN PARYS, P.T.

Director of Therapy Operations

Susan graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1995 with her degree in physical therapy.

Susan graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1995 with her degree in physical therapy. She attended the University of Georgia for her undergraduate studies in exercise science and worked as a student athletic trainer with the UGA Women’s Gymnastics team for 3 years. She began her professional career as a PT/manager in an inpatient rehab and acute care Hospital in Savannah in 1995. She served as a regional rehab director and divisional director of rehabilitation serving seniors from 2006 -2021. Susan is passionate for providing all patients with excellent interdisciplinary rehab services and supporting the patients & families’ therapy goals. Susan is very excited to join the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah team to contribute to the patients’ journey to recover and regain their quality of life.

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Brian Patterson
BRIAN PATTERSON

Human Resources Director

Brian joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation of Savannah team in 2022.

Brian joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation of Savannah team in 2022 as the human resources director, bringing years of healthcare and human resources experience with him. He is a graduate of Florida A&M University where he earned a bachelor's degree in healthcare management.

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Brandt Selesky
BRANDT SELESKY

Controller

Brandt joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah in June 2024.

Brandt joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Savannah in June 2024. Previously, he spent time at KPMG as an auditor, covering a wide variety of industries from logistics and transportation to professional sports teams. He began his career at Encompass Health as a staff accountant. Brandt earned his bachelor's degree in business administration in accounting from Southeast Missouri State University where he was a four-year member of the men's football team. He also obtained his master's degree in business administration from the University of West Florida. He is a licensed CPA in the State of Missouri.

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Tony Tuttle
TONY TUTTLE

Facilities Management Director

Tony joined Encompass Health in December 2023.

Tony joined Encompass Health in December 2023. He began his career as an HVAC before advancing into plant operations management at Memorial Hospital. He brings 35 years of experience in plant operations.

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