Spaulding Rehabilitation

07/15/2025

Spaulding Rehabilitation was honored by APSE during the 17th Transitions to Work graduation, held in partnership with JVS Boston.

The Transitions to Work Program empowers individuals with disabilities through hands-on experience at our Brighton, Charlestown and Cambridge locations. Since its inception, the program has graduated 117 participants, many of whom have gone on to secure part-time and full-time roles within Spaulding.

This award celebrates the incredible employee mentors at Spaulding who are creating meaningful employment opportunities.

07/14/2025

Congratulations to Spaulding Boston's Marta Nadales, BSN, RN, who was recognized with the for her dedication to patient-centered care. The special honor is given to extraordinary nurses for the compassionate contributions they make every day, going above and beyond expectations.

Marta is a nurse on the Comprehensive Rehab Unit and was nominated by a patient who spent more than 12 weeks in hospitals and rehab facilities. She stood out among dozens of nurses for her attentiveness, kindness and joyful spirit. The patient states, "She demonstrated her care for me by knowing my name, my family’s names, knowing my concerns and ACTING ON THEM."

07/11/2025

Recently, Spaulding Rehabilitation Brighton welcomed staff from the Office of State Senator William Brownsberger, who presented a citation recognizing our “unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care.”

The recognition was inspired by a letter from one of our patients, Dominique Jean, whose story reminds us why we do what we do every day.

Thank you, Senator Brownsberger, for this meaningful acknowledgment—and thank you to our incredible team for making moments like this possible.

07/09/2025

At 38 years old, Rhode Island native Liz (Aquino) Boyd—a lifelong dancer, runner and surgical nurse—experienced a massive stroke followed by seizures. She managed to call her fiancé, Mike, who quickly dialed 911. Liz was rushed to the Emergency Department where doctors discovered a brain bleed.

After being transferred to Brigham and Women's Hospital, further tests revealed a rare condition called cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), a blood clot in a vein within the brain. Despite treatment, Liz’s brain continued to swell. Ten days later, her care team, led by neurosurgeon Nirav Patel, MD, performed a rare brain surgery that saved her life.

Recovery was tough. Liz faced painful side effects and had to relearn basic functions. With support from Spaulding Rehabilitation and her outpatient team, she slowly regained her strength.

Within six months of her surgery, Liz was running again. She returned to work. She then married Mike. And not long after, she crossed the finish line at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Like many stroke survivors, Liz still battles PTSD, anxiety and depression, and regularly sees a therapist. But she’s channeling her experience into purpose.

“I know that I'm here for a reason,” Liz says. “Working with stroke patients, spreading awareness, educating and inspiring others: That’s what I’m trying to do with my second chance.”

07/08/2025

Staying active in midlife may more than boost your energy; it could also help protect your brain from Alzheimer's disease.

Dan Daneshvar, MD, PhD, chief of Brain Injury Rehabilitation, weighs in on how physical activity might reduce harmful beta-amyloid buildup linked to the condition.

Researchers have found that increasing physical activity levels around ages 45 to 65 may be linked to lower levels of beta-amyloid, which is a known biomarker for Alzheimer's disease.

07/08/2025

Cape Cod Hospital and Falmouth Hospital are facing an urgent need for blood donations. To support Cape Cod Healthcare, numerous blood drives are being held across the region throughout July.

One of the key donation opportunities is right here at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod:

📅 Friday, July 11
🕚 11:10 am-5:30 pm
📍 311 Service Road, Sandwich, MA

Every unit of blood collected helps ensure these hospitals maintain the one-week supply they need to care for our community. Your donation directly supports local families, friends and neighbors.

06/27/2025

Thinking about strapping on ankle weights during your next workout? Hear what Terry Downey, PT, has to say first.

Ankle weights have seen a surge in popularity in the past year, but a fitness expert has warned against them

06/25/2025

We’re proud to share that Spaulding Rehabilitation has received a grant from the Falling Forward Foundation—a nonprofit dedicated to supporting patients after insurance coverage ends. The fund will help bridge the gap for those needing extended rehabilitation care after their insurance benefits run out, ensuring more patients can reach their full recovery potential.

“Spaulding places the care and needs of our patients first, and this funding will support us in our mission to help people regain their quality of life," says Aaron Moore, PT, DPT, outpatient site manager at Spaulding.

06/24/2025

On June 16th, we hosted our 22nd Annual Tee Off at TPC Boston. It was a great day complete with golf, sunshine, food and beverages from our local partners, a closest-to-the-pin challenge with Boston Bruins legend Raymond J Bourque, and support from dozens of sponsors, including our presenting sponsor, Atlantic Charter.

The unwavering generosity of our sponsors helped us raise more than $450,000 for the hospital’s groundbreaking research at the Schoen Adams Research Institute through the Research Catalyst fund.

Also, thank you to our emcee, Boston Bruins Foundation President Bob Sweeney, and former patient Mike Lynch WCVB for being part of this special day.

06/20/2025

to the retirement of Nasser Karamouz, MD, ("Dr. K"), psychiatrist at Spaulding Rehabilitation. Dr. K is renowned and deeply admired by the Spaulding community, where he worked for 45 years.

“I think we’d all agree that he is a world-class psychiatrist and the leading expert in rehab psychiatry in the country and likely the world," says Olivia Zurek, MD, director of Behavioral and Mental Health. "But beyond his extensive professional knowledge, what’s really stood out to me about Dr. K has been the qualities that make him unique and so effective as both a psychiatrist and as a support for his colleagues: Namely, his sense of humor and his generosity.”

In his retirement, Dr. Karamouz plans to spend time with his family. Congratulations, Dr. K!

06/18/2025

Walking each day is a simple way to stay active and support your health. Antonia Stevens, PT, shares tips to help you get the most out of your walks, like the benefits of picking up the pace. Learn more from MSN.

Walking is a great way for older adults to get in some aerobic exercise, but there are steps you can take to maximise your walks, a physical therapist has said

06/17/2025

The Nursing Professional Governance Council recently completed a donation drive to support Dignity Matters, and the generosity of the Spaulding Rehabilitation community had a significant impact.

The council collected nearly 3,400 feminine care items to donate to the non-profit organization, which will help the thousands of women in Massachusetts who experience period poverty. Thank you to everyone who contributed to the project!