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This hospital is accredited by The
Joint Commission
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 Sunrise, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Sunrise, 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 Sunrise 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:
*We provide access to independent physicians.
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Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise, 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:
126 Beds
Televisions
Telephones
Cafeteria
Free WiFi
Parking
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Service Animals Allowed
Interpreter Services
Spanish Translators Available
Support Groups
Volunteers
Student Observation Hours
Onsite Dialysis
Bariatric Rooms
Family Lounge
Day Room
Tours Available
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Our stroke rehabilitation program has earned Disease-Specific Care Certification from The Joint Commission.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in spinal cord.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.
Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in hip fracture rehabilitation.
Chief Executive Officer
Randy joined Encompass Health in May 2022 and brings more than 20 years of healthcare leadership experience to his role. He has spent much of his career as a senior leader in the acute care hospital setting and prides himself on being a “people centered leader.” He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and dual master's degrees in health service administration and business administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. Randy is a long-standing member and fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.
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.
Dr. Tannenbaum is an independent private practice physician.
Director of Pharmacy
Colleen joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise in 2006, bringing 20 years of experience in the acute care hospital setting. Colleen graduated from The Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical science. Colleen plays an integral role in the hospital’s Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the medication management system and medication reconciliation compliance. Colleen and her staff are dedicated to assuring patient medication safety.
Facilities Management Director
Nick joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise in October 2024 as the facilities management director. He has over 35 years of construction and facility maintenance experience, 20 of which has been as a director for senior living. He is a licensed electrician, master carpenter as well as HVAC universal certified and CPO certified.
Director of Quality & Risk
Julia brings more than 30 years of nursing, quality and management experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital. A native Floridian, she received her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in nursing/administration from Florida Atlantic University. Julia is a Certified Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma.
Controller
David brings more than 30 years of healthcare finance, operations and management experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Sunrise. He received his bachelor's degree from Queens College and his master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in finance and management from Dowling College in Oakdale, New York. David is also an adjunct professor who has taught healthcare finance, delivery, economics and policy/politics at the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Area Business Development Director
Jill has more than 25 years of experience in healthcare with a focus in the area of business development, physician relations, pharmaceutical sales and marketing as well as speech-language pathology. She earned both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree degree in communication disorders from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas. Jill has over 10 years of leadership experience and is a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Director of Case Management
Evelyn joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sunrise in January 2022 as the director of case management. She has broad experience in several areas of healthcare. Her experience in the areas of cultural competence and mental health bring a unique asset to her role. Evelyn holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a master's degree in counseling psychology and is a certified case manager. Her goal as a leader is to work collaboratively with the collective Encompass Health team to maximize outcomes and provide a positive experience for patients.
Chief Nursing Officer
Lilianne joined Encompass Health Sunrise in August 2023. She came to Encompass Health after serving six years in nursing leadership, where she led teams and departments in medical/surgical, critical care, step down, telemetry, emergency and others. Lilianne received her bachelor's degree in nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing and her master's degree in nursing with a specialty track in family nurse practitioner from Chamberlain University. Most recently, Lilianne earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice with a specialty track in healthcare systems leadership from Chamberlain University.
Health Information Management Svc Director
Marcia joined Encompass Health Sunrise in December 2023 as the director of health information management services. Marcia brings more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry, offering an array of skills in health information management, patient privacy, ethics and compliance, patient safety/risk management and case management/utilization review. She holds professional certifications from the Institute of Healthcare Improvement (IHI) and the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Human Resources Director
Lisa is a seasoned healthcare and hospital human resources professional offering an array of skills in employee relations, benefits, talent management, employee satisfaction, event planning and labor relations. She holds professional certifications from the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP) and the Human Resources Certification Institute (PHR). Lisa earned a master’s degree in health management from St. Thomas University and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida. Lisa’s first job out of college in 1996 was at Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital as a certified recreational therapist.
Director of Therapy Operations
Stacy received her bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from the University of Florida. She brings more than 25 years of experience in the acute rehabilitation hospital setting, specializing in neurological rehabilitation, to the leadership team. She is NDT certified in addition to being a certified brain injury specialist. Stacy has more than 10 years of leadership experience and serves as a corporate instructor for the neuro-handling (Hemimove) and brain injury courses.