Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Broken Arrow

08/06/2025

Bob was enjoying a trip to Colorado with his wife when he was involved in a serious motorcycle accident. Even though he was wearing a helmet, he suffered a traumatic brain injury along with several broken bones, including his skull, ribs, pelvis, back, collarbone, and shoulder blade. Both of his lungs collapsed, and he had bruises all over his body. He went into respiratory failure and had to be placed on a ventilator at the scene before being taken to a nearby hospital. There, doctors placed two chest tubes to help his damaged lungs.

Bob spent 20 days in the ICU. During that time, he wasn’t able to come off the ventilator and needed a tracheostomy to help him breathe. He also had a feeding tube placed because he couldn’t eat or drink by mouth. Once he was stable, he was transferred back to Oklahoma and admitted to Cornerstone Specialty Hospital in Broken Arrow for continued care.

When Bob arrived, he was still on the ventilator, very weak, and had trouble staying alert because of his brain injury. He wasn’t able to move on his own and needed full help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and using the restroom.

But with the help of his care team, including doctors, nurses, respiratory therapists, dietitians, and rehabilitation therapists, Bob started to make big strides. After just over a month, he was completely off the ventilator and breathing on his own. He also began eating and drinking again with some assistance.

Bob continued to improve. He could now walk over 400 feet using a walker and only needed minimal help. He was also more independent with his daily activities and had gained back some strength and movement.

To keep building on his recovery, Bob was transferred to a neurorehabilitation facility in Texas. There, he kept progressing in both his strength and thinking skills. His wife later shared that Bob is now back home, driving, working, and “leading almost a normal life again. Bob is a walking, talking miracle man. Many thanks to Cornerstone for your part in his recovery.”

We’re so proud to have been part of Bob’s journey. Way to go, Bob!

To read more success stories from patients of Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Broken Arrow, please visit http://Kindrd.care/6187fktC9.

08/01/2025

Robin, an independent and creative woman who enjoyed working with glass and pottery, was used to living life on her own terms. Though she had a history of COPD and sometimes used oxygen, she was active in her community and sold her art locally.

One day, Robin went to her local emergency room after having trouble breathing. Her condition quickly worsened, and she had to be placed on a ventilator due to respiratory failure. She was diagnosed with Influenza A and other complications, which required her to stay in the ICU. While in the hospital, she was given a feeding tube because she couldn’t eat or drink by mouth.

After about a week in the ICU, Robin was stable enough to be transferred to Cornerstone Specialty Hospital in Broken Arrow for continued care. When she arrived, she was still on the ventilator and unable to respond to the staff. She needed full assistance with all daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and moving around.

Over the next 27 days, Robin worked hard with her care team, including doctors, nurses, therapists, and her dietitian. Thanks to her strength and determination—and the support of her team—Robin made amazing progress.

She was weaned off the ventilator and no longer needed extra oxygen. She could get in and out of bed with a little help and walked more than 550 feet with a walker. She could also go up and down stairs, eat and drink by mouth, and needed only minimal help with her daily care.

Robin was safely discharged home, where she continues to build her strength with support from family, roommates, and home health. "The staff were so encouraging and positive.," shared Robin's daughter. "They kept our family informed with every step of the process.”

Robin, we are so proud of how far you’ve come and honored to be part of your journey back to independence!

To read more success stories from patients of Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Broken Arrow, please visit http://Kindrd.care/6188fpN9I.

07/23/2025

Did you know? Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals specializes in treating some of the most complex medical conditions. From respiratory failure to wound care, our teams provide expert care tailored to each patient's unique needs.

To learn more, please visit https://www.cornerstonehospitals.com/

07/04/2025

Happy Fourth of July! Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday.

We also thank all of our dedicated healthcare professionals who are working this holiday weekend to keep our communities safe and healthy.

06/19/2025

Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a powerful moment in American history marking the end of slavery and the beginning of true freedom for all Black Americans.

It’s a day to reflect, learn, and honor the resilience, courage, and contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our nation through generations of perseverance and pride. Let’s continue to work toward a more just, inclusive, and equitable future, together.

06/17/2025

Have you registered yet? Our Virtual Nursing Hiring Event is tomorrow, June 18th! Explore our open positions with live recruiters. Secure your spot by visiting http://Kindrd.care/61804Dd2Q.

06/11/2025

We are one week away! Join us on June 18, 2025, for Cornerstone’s Virtual Nursing Hiring Event, where you can connect directly with recruiters and learn about open positions that match your skills and goals. Register by visiting http://Kindrd.care/61844DdDM today.

06/06/2025

Calling all nurses! Join us on June 18, 2025, for our Virtual Nursing Hiring Event. Connect with Cornerstone recruiters in real time and discover nursing roles that match your passions and skills. Register today by visiting http://Kindrd.care/61894DjmL.

06/05/2025

Please join us in congratulating Kyle Pingleton, BSN, RN, CPHQ, CPPS, Director of Quality Management at Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Broken Arrow, on being named a 2025 Nurses of Note Award Winner by PerfectServe!

Kyle received the Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award, a recognition given to nurses who lead with dedication, integrity, and a commitment to outstanding patient care. Starting his journey with us as a CNA and growing into a leadership role, Kyle is a true example of what it means to serve with purpose and compassion.

We’re incredibly proud to have Kyle on our team and grateful for the impact he continues to make on our patients, staff, and community.

Learn why Kyle Pingleton, Director of Quality Management at Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals, is PerfectServe's 2025 Excellence in Nursing Leadership award winner.

06/03/2025

Every June, we proudly celebrate Pride Month as a time to honor and support our LGBTQ+ team members and community.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and respectful for all. To our LGBTQ+ teammates—thank you for sharing your talents and being an essential part of our team. Happy Pride!

05/30/2025

Zach was living independently and working full-time as an engineer when his life took a sudden turn. He was found unresponsive at home in cardiac arrest. EMS initiated resuscitation efforts on the scene and placed him on a ventilator during transport to the hospital, where he was admitted to the ICU.

During his 21-day stay in the ICU, Zach remained unable to breathe on his own and required a tracheostomy to stay on the ventilator longer-term. A feeding tube was also placed, as he was unable to eat or drink by mouth. In addition, Zach began regular hemodialysis due to kidney failure, required blood transfusions for gastrointestinal bleeding, and was started on antibiotics to treat a suspected infection around his heart.

Once he was medically stable, Zach was transferred to Cornerstone Specialty Hospital in Broken Arrow for continued care and rehabilitation. Upon arrival, he was still ventilator-dependent and required significant assistance from staff for movement. He could only tolerate sitting at the edge of the bed for short periods due to fatigue and shortness of breath, and it took two staff members to help him stand for just a few seconds. He was fully dependent on hospital staff for all activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.

Over six weeks, Zach made remarkable progress through the coordinated care of our physicians, nursing staff, respiratory therapists, dietitian, and rehabilitation team. He was fully weaned off the ventilator and no longer needed supplemental oxygen. He regained the ability to eat and drink by mouth and became completely independent in all his daily activities. Zach was transferring in and out of bed without assistance and walking over 575 feet using a rolling walker, with only standby support for safety. He was also able to go up and down stairs.

At the time of discharge, Zach returned home with his family, who assisted him with transportation to outpatient dialysis and therapy as he continued to build strength, independence, and speech skills following nerve damage.

Just a little over a month after leaving Cornerstone, Zach returned to visit our team and express his gratitude, sharing, "My stay at Cornerstone Broken Arrow was key to my recovery, and I would recommend it to anyone who needs the type of care I did. The staff became my family." He is now walking independently without the need for an assistive device, driving himself to dialysis and therapy, and spending lots of quality time with his children. He’s also looking forward to returning to work soon.

Zach, thank you for coming back to visit and for allowing us to be part of your recovery journey. We are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished. Keep up the great work!

To read more success stories from patients of Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Broken Arrow, please visit http://Kindrd.care/6187Nvuzc.

05/26/2025

On this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication of the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their bravery has secured the freedoms we hold dear, and their memory lives on in our hearts and communities.

Let us never forget the true cost of freedom, and may we strive each day to be worthy of the sacrifices made on our behalf.