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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 Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Pensacola, 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 Pensacola 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.

Better rehabilitation starts here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola, 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

Telephones

Televisions

Free WiFi

Nonsmoking

Cafeteria

Pets, approval required

Student observation hours

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Joint Commission Accreditation

By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for healthcare quality and safety, our hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission.

Leadership and staff

Kayla Feazell
Kayla Feazell

Chief Executive Officer

Kayla Feazell serves as the CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola.

Kayla Feazell serves as the CEO of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola. Prior to her current role, she served as the CEO of Encompass Health’s hospital in Gadsden, Alabama and as the associate administrator at Encompass Health’s hospital in Montgomery, Alabama. Her experience also includes serving as the controller at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sugar Land and a variety of roles with Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital in Katy, Texas. She received her bachelor’s degree in liberal arts from Huntington College and her master’s in business administration from Tulane University.

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Arthur Kalman, MD
Dr. Arthur Kalman

Medical Director

Dr. Kalman joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola in September 2021.

Dr. Kalman joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola in September 2021. He graduated from Yale University where he was a two time All-Ivy and All- East football player. He decided to hang up his cleats and hit the books and attended UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Kalman completed his residency at Nassau University Medical Center in East Meadow, NY. He did a fellowship in spine and pain at the University of Florida and Shands hospital. He is board certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation and is a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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Randy Chandler
Randy Chandler

Facilities Management Director

Randy Chandler joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola as the facilities management director in April 2021.

Randy Chandler joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola as the facilities management director in April 2021. He transferred from Encompass Health’s hospital in Jackson, Tennessee, where he served as the facilities management director since 2019. He has more than 26 years of facilities management experience and 39 years electrical and plumbing background. He attended Tennessee Technology Center of McKenzie and received a diploma as electrician in industrial maintenance. In addition, he attended Jackson State Community College to become an emergency medical technician and is currently a licensed AEMT in Tennessee.

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Kimberly Franklin
Kim Franklin

Director of Human Resources

Kim Franklin serves as the human resources director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola.

Kim Franklin serves as the human resources director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola. A native of the Pensacola area, Kim began her career in human resources at a local utility company before moving into human resources at West Florida Hospital, where she gained valuable experience in healthcare human resources. She earned a bachelor's degree from Waldorf University, and holds certification through the Society for Human Resources Management. In her role, Kim focuses on fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and creating a culture that makes employees proud to come to work every day.

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Bob Javan
BOB JAVAN

Director of Pharmacy

Bob serves as director of pharmacy at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola.

Bob serves as director of pharmacy at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola. He is responsible for developing clinical and educational initiatives designed to optimize drug therapy and help patients of all ages achieve positive clinical outcomes. Dr. Javan earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from Mercer University Southern School of Pharmacy in Atlanta and joined Encompass Health in 2021.

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Shane Keating
Shane J. Keating

Director of Therapy Operations

Shane Keating has been a part of the Encompass Health network since March of 1992.

Shane Keating, director of therapy operations, has been a part of the Encompass Health network since March of 1992. He’s held various leadership positions with the company including serving in the same role at the Company’s hospitals in Jonesboro, Arkansas and Savannah, Georgia. Shane received his bachelor’s degree in athletic training/physical education from Livingston University, as well as master’s degrees in exercise science and physical therapy from Arkansas State University.  Shane and his team seek to provide high-quality and patient centered care for the people in the community of Northwest Florida and South Alabama.

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Rachel Lowe
Rachel Lowe

Director of Quality & Risk

Rachel began her career with Encompass Health in 2013 as a speech language pathologist.

Rachel began her career with Encompass Health in 2013 as a speech language pathologist at our Montgomery, AL hospital providing both inpatient and outpatient speech therapy services. Prior to transitioning to director of quality & risk at Encompass Health of Pensacola, she was the PAS coordinator at Encompass Health of Shelby County. She graduated from Auburn University in 2011 with a degree in communication disorders and obtained her master’s degree in speech-language pathology from the University of Montevallo in 2013.

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Kimberly Miller
Kim Miller

Business Development Director

Kim Miller, business development director for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola, started her career in medical marketing more than 18 years ago.

Kim Miller, business development director for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola, started her career in medical marketing more than 18 years ago. Her sales background includes the areas of surgical instruments, respiratory medications and home health services. Kim, a Wright State University graduate, joined Encompass Health eight years ago as the business development director of the Company’s hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Through her role, she enjoys building and maintaining relationships while promoting the benefits of inpatient rehabilitation.

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Jessica Vinson
Jessica Vinson

Chief Nursing Officer

Jessica Vinson serves as the chief nursing officer at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola.

Jessica Vinson serves as the chief nursing officer at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola. Prior to joining Encompass Health, she served in several nursing leadership roles for a large acute care organization. Jessica earned her associate degree in nursing at Darton State College and completed her bachelor’s of science degree in nursing with Western Governors University. She is currently finishing her master’s of science degree in nursing with a concentration on leadership.

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Melissa Wilhere
MELISSA WILHERE

Director of Case Management

Melissa serves as director of case management at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola.

Melissa serves as the director of case management at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pensacola. Prior to joining Encompass Health Pensacola, she worked at two major acute care hospitals. Melissa earned her nursing degree while working as a CNA. She obtained her associate degree from Rio Grande University and later received her bachelor’s degree from Western Governors University.

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