The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis
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- Phone number: 314.658.3800
- Fax: 866.318.5360
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4455 Duncan Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63110 - Get directions
Visiting hours
- 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. everyday
This hospital has
Joint Commission Accreditation
Welcome to our hospital
At The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Serving Missouri and the greater St. Louis area, we are a leading provider of rehabilitation after stroke, brain injury and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
Using clinical collaboration and advanced technologies, we provide a personalized care plan designed to meet your unique needs and help you achieve your goals.
Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.
Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our hospital has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.
*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.
Superior amenities at our hospitals
Central West End - 96 beds
St. Peters - 40 beds
Activities for daily living area w/Bedroom, Kitchen and Bath
ADA approved service animals allowed
Amputee clinic
Bariatric rooms
Cafeteria
Community Re-Entry programs
Day room
family lounge
Free WiFi
Home Evaluations
Interpreter services
Nonsmoking
Onsite hemodialysis
Outdoor gardening
Outdoor mobility space
Private rooms
Semi private rooms
Service animals allowed
Spanish translators available
Student observation hours
Support groups
Televisions
Telephones
Therapy dogs
Tours available
Transportation services
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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.
Wound Care
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in wound care.
Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.
Spinal Cord Rehabilitation
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in spinal cord.
Amputee Rehabilitation
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in amputee rehabilitation.
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- Driveway patient accessible entrance leading to sliding front doors.
- Sliding doors with magazine racks and luggage carts.
- Sliding doors leading to reception desk and hallway.
- Patient seating available on both sides of entrance doors.
- Computer on desk with chair.
- Circular courtyard surrounded by brick wall and trees.
- Multiple raised flower beds.
- Round table and chairs for seating and dining.
- Therapy room with various equipment and technology such as parallel bars.
- Therapy beds line walls for individual therapy sessions.
- Room divided in to two therapy spaces.
- Windows lining wall.
- Patient room with bed, sink, bathroom, TV and chair for visitors.
- Wardrobe with storage for personal effects is under the television.
- Small desk area with chair.
- Window with exterior view.
Professionally accredited
Our hospital complies with local, state and federal regulations. We are accredited by The Joint Commission, a leader in determining quality and safety standards for healthcare delivery, and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
Community health need assessment & implementation strategy
According to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), all not-for-profit hospitals are required to complete a community health need assessment and implementation strategy every three year.
Hospital happenings
We're celebrating patient successes during National Stroke Awareness Month! Congratulations to former patient Leena Ruedin, pictured here with her husband, Richard Ruedin, and dog, Mishie Lou. After a long week at work, Leena, a 37-year-old regulatory affairs contractor, and her husband, Richie, were enjoying a quiet Valentine’s Day evening at home in O’Fallon, Mo., until the evening took a sudden turn, changing their lives forever.
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
Cora Edwards, rehab nursing tech, was presented today with our Employee of the Quarter Award for the first quarter. Nurse Manager Tammiell Gates, Michelle Sago and Chief Nursing Officer Ann Warren presented her with this award. Congratulations Cora!
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis has partnered with Operation Food Search to promote reducing the risk of stroke through healthy food options as well as provide the community with stroke awareness and education. Donations will be collected throughout the month of May.
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
For American Stroke Month, the Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis educated our employees, patients and the community about lowering risk factors for stroke. Audra, our physical therapy manager, provided education on stroke risks, blood pressure screening and stroke risk assessment scorecards to TRISL employees and visitors.
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
Bryon Jefferson, 51, was enjoying an evening out to dinner with his family in St. Charles, Missouri when he and his 10-year-old son spotted a photo booth inside the restaurant. Wanting to preserve the memory, the two decided to take some silly pictures. “All of the sudden, I felt terrible pressure in my chest and I couldn’t breathe,” Bryon said. “My son ran out of the booth to get help; he saved my life.”
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
Our occupational therapists were asked: What does occupational therapy mean to you? Describe a time you made a difference by helping a patient pursue increased independence with a meaningful occupation.
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Hospital happenings
In honor of Stroke Awareness Month, we're celebrating stroke survivor and former patient, Timothy Hill. He's pictured here with one of his nurses, Nila, and and his wife and daughter, Gwendolyn and Monica. Congratulations on your recovery, Timothy!
- The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC HealthCare and Encompass Health
Leadership and staff
Mark Dwyer, PT, MHA, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
CHARLITA ADKINS
Human Resources Director
Charlita joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in December 2021 as the human resources coordinator. She was promoted to human resources director in August 2022. She has 20 years of experience working in various healthcare settings. Prior to joining TRISL, Charlita worked at St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors System as the corporate human resources director. She graduated from Lindenwood University in 2010 with a master’s degree in business administration.
Ashton Brehm
Director of Business Development
Ashton joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in 2017 as a rehabilitation liaison and currently serves as business development director. She has 13 years of admissions, marketing and business development experience across the post acute care continuum. Ashton earned her bachelor's degree at Michigan State University in 2003.
Leslie Kohnen, PT, DPT, NCS
Director of Therapy Operations
Leslie joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in 2011. She is certified as a neurological clinical specialist. Leslie completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Illinois, graduating in 2008 with a bachelor's degree. She then earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in 2011. Leslie has more than 10 years of inpatient rehabilitation experience in all disease-specific programs including brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury and amputation.
JOHN RAY
Facilities Management Director
John joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in March 2022. He has worked in a variety of executive, management and support roles across the United States and internationally. Immediately prior to joining the team at TRISL, John served as vice president of facilities at Missouri’s largest nonprofit mental health provider of inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services for children. John graduated from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and has nearly 30 years of healthcare leadership experience.
JACKIE TSIKALAS
Controller
Jackie joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January 2022. She serves as the controller and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of Missouri. Prior to joining TRISL, Jackie had more than 15 years of experience in healthcare, most recently at a large acute care health system.
Angela Valleck
Director of Quality and Risk Management
Angie serves as the director of quality and risk management. She has more than ten years of healthcare experience specifically at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis.
Deborah Wilke
Director of Case Management
Deb Wilke joined the Encompass Health team in December 2013. She brings more than 36 years of nursing and management experience to her role of director of case management. Prior to joining Encompass Health, she held the positions of manager of case management, St. Louis SSM Health Care system, and was the director of emergency services for two St. Louis Community Hospitals. Deb received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Master of Science in Nursing from Webster University in St. Louis, MO.
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