Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise
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When their return to independence depends on you,
we are here. Encompass Health offers the advanced
therapy and care patients need after a life-changing illness or injury.
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Learn more about Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise. Watch what life is like at our hospital, see the staff and hear from patients by exploring our video library.
- Phone number: 954.749.0300
- Fax: 954.746.1378
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4399 Nob Hill Road
Sunrise, FL 33351 - Get directions
Visiting hours
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- 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday through Friday
- 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
This hospital has
Joint Commission Accreditation
Welcome to our hospital
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Located in Sunrise, we are a leading provider of inpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology for stroke, brain injury, spinal cord 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
126 Beds
Televisions
Telephones
Free WiFi
Courtyard
Pet friendly
Interpreter services
Spanish translators available
Tours available
Support groups
Volunteers
Student observation hours
See our hospital
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.
Hip Fracture Rehabilitation
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in hip fracture rehabilitation.
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.
Take a virtual tour
The following region contains a Google 3D virtual tour feature that allows a user to view the Encompass Health facility. To assist screen reader users in understanding what is presented in the 3D virtual tour, each image view is independently described within lists that can be found under each linked heading. The room links below our virtual tour leave this website and go directly to Google maps to walk through the hospital.
Please click on the arrows to navigate through the hallways on each floor. Use the "L" options on the right-hand side of the tour window below to navigate through different areas/floors of the hospital for a full virtual tour. See a key to "L" areas below.
- Lobby/Foyer of hospital accessed through main hospital entrance.
- Main desk in lobby entrance for receptionist and admitting area.
- Chairs for patients and visitors to use.
- Hallway leading to rest of hospital.
- Multiple tables throughout therapy gym to assist in patient therapies.
- Exercise equipment throughout gym to be used with technologies in therapy sessions.
- Small stairs to assist in building patient’s strength.
- Shared patient room with two beds, sink, bathroom, TV and chairs for visitors.
- Two wardrobes for storage.
- Nightstands are placed next to each bed with a curtain to divide room between patient beds.
- Window with exterior view.
- Outdoor area for rest and relaxation with multiple tables and chairs/benches.
- Walking track with small stairs for building patient endurance.
- Activities of daily living suite is a recreated bedroom and kitchen area to simulate activities of daily life for patients to practice before they return home.
- Bedroom has bed, nightstand, and wardrobe.
- Kitchen has small table and chairs, standard kitchen appliances and sink.
Hospital happenings
After surviving COVID-19, Michelle Williams was admitted to Encompass Health Sunrise to regain her strength and independence from her prolonged ICU stay. Upon admission she required total assistance for all mobility and activities of daily living.
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Hospital happenings
Leon, 91, was diagnosed with metabolic acidosis and acute renal failure due to bilateral hydronephrosis. New to dialysis and a pacemaker, Leon was motivated to participate in three hours of therapy to get back to doing the things he loves.
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Hospital happenings
Jacyln Grill, speech language pathologist, is showing two thumbs up as a sign of a patients' accomplishment after performing a Modified Barium Swallow Assessment. Modified barium swallow assessments are specifically aimed at evaluating the swallowing process in individuals who have difficulty swallowing food without inhaling it into the windpipe.
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Hospital happenings
For Halloween, therapy operations celebrated like zoo animals in the crazy jungle of 2020!
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Hospital happenings
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise Celebrates our PTs with a carnival theme during October’s Physical Therapy Month! “Come One Come All” for some traditional ring toss and cornhole to name just a few fun celebration games.
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Hospital happenings
Richard Delgais is using his preferred leisure activity of boxing with Crystal Goodland, OTR, during his occupational therapy session while working hard in the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program at Encompass Health Sunrise. He was working on his balance, endurance and strength with great form, stance and safety awareness! Go Richard! He is well on his way to independence back to his home living environment!
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Michael Roffelsen
Chief Executive Officer
Mike was appointed CEO at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise in May 2017. He has more than 25 years of senior level management experience in healthcare operations and sales with numerous healthcare organizations. Mike received his Bachelor of Arts in communications from Concordia University, Mequon, Wisconsin, and his MSM in Management from Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion, Indiana.
Scott Tannenbaum, MD, PM&R
Medical Director
Dr. Tannenbaum has served as the hospital’s medical director since 1995. He maintains a private practice within the hospital and is an attending physician at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise. Dr. Tannenbaum received an undergraduate degree in biology from Brandeis University and graduated from the University of Miami School of Medicine. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.
Denise Barbera, RN, BSN, MA, CRRN, CBIS
Chief Nursing Officer
Denise joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, in May 2015. Denise has more than 30 years of nursing leadership experience in the acute care environment. She is a well-accomplished and highly respected chief nursing officer. Denise received her bachelor's degree in Nursing from Molloy College in Rockville Centre, NY. Denise furthered her education with a master's degree in organizational management from the University of Phoenix. In addition, Denise completed the Wharton Nursing Leadership Program through the University of Pennsylvania.
Sean Cohen
Business Development Director
Sean joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital in November 2015. Sean brought with him more than 20 years of healthcare marketing and business development experience; 15 of which were in the Tri-County area. Sean received his education in business administration from Broward College.
Peter Hernandez
Facilities Management Director
Peter joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, in April 2018. Peter has more than 23 years of plant operations experience in health care. He is an Army veteran and a helicopter mechanic. He has many health care certifications and an associate’s degree in criminal justice.
Darryl McIver, BS, CCM
Director of Case Management
Darryl joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, in January 2018. He brings more than 30 years of experience in executive leadership roles in both inpatient acute and post-acute rehabilitation settings. He has worked in several Encompass Health rehabilitation hospitals and brings with him a variety of experience in the post-acute care continuum. Darryl obtained his education in psychology from the University of Tennessee at Martin. His diverse background includes hospital case management, utilization management, Six Sigma, quality management, disease management, managed care and discharge planning.
Susan Saba, RN, MSN
Director of Quality/Risk
Susan joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, in August 2018. She brings more than 35 years of nursing and healthcare experience with 12 years specializing in quality and risk management in the acute care and long-term acute care settings. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University with a master’s degree in nursing science and a minor in education in 2007. Her diverse background includes nursing, sales, and quality/risk.
Deven Silverman
Human Resources Director
Deven joined the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, team in July 2015. Deven joined the team with more than 10 years of human resources experience in the healthcare field. She received her bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration from Florida Atlantic University.
Stacy Thomashaw, MA, CCC-SLP, BRS-S, CBIS
Director of Therapy Operations
Stacy joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, formerly HealthSouth, in September 2005. Stacy has more than 16 years of experience as a licensed speech language pathologist and more than 10 years of clinical leadership experience. Stacy is a graduate from the University of Central Florida, with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts d in communicative disorders. Stacy is a Board-Certified Swallowing Specialist (BCS-S) and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS). She is a national educator on many clinical specialty topics. Additionally, Stacy has numerous clinical publications.
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