OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital

09/06/2025

After collapsing in his bathroom, doctors diagnosed Bobby Smith with osteomyelitis of the thoracic vertebrae, a rare infection of the spine that causes the bone to weaken. After spinal surgery, Bobby spent three weeks recovering in the ICU before transitioning to Select Specialty Hospital - West Tennessee. There, a physician-led care team developed a personalized treatment plan to help Bobby recover from his spinal cord injury and get one step closer to returning home.

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Bobby Smith, 52, underwent spinal surgery after a bacterial infection weakened his vertebrae. He spent three weeks recovering in the ICU, unable to move, stand up or walk. To help him return to his feet, Bobby was transferred to Select Specialty Hospital - West Tennessee. There he would complete a c...

09/04/2025

Polycystic o***y syndrome (PCOS) is a chronic hormonal disorder and one of the leading causes of infertility for women, according to the World Health Organization. Lifestyle changes and hormonal treatment can make a significant difference in quality of life for women living with PCOS.

Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment on our blog: ohlth.co/4iZdwzH.

09/04/2025

For those living with a spinal cord injury (SCI), most want to know how their quality of life will change.

Our teams are often asked:
“When can I resume doing what I love to do?”
“Will I be able to return to school or work?”

Through our personalized treatment plans for every SCI patient, our therapy and clinical teams create a foundation of skills to support the entire recovery journey. We focus on stretches, weight shifts in wheelchairs and joint range of motion exercises just to name a few. These skills help to set up our patients for achieving their recovery goals following injury.

This month, we’ll be highlighting our “Back to Basics” series, covering each care team member’s role in a SCI patient’s journey.

09/03/2025

The OhioHealth Doctors Hospital Community Care Clinic is celebrating its one-year anniversary this summer! Since opening in July 2024, the healthcare team has treated more than 3,000 patients and made meaningful progress in serving individuals without an established doctor.

Offering walk-in services like routine primary care for adults and children, chronic disease management, vaccinations and more – the clinic aims to close care gaps in the surrounding community.

With the addition of this practice, there has been a 14% reduction in avoidable emergency department visits and 560+ patients are now seeing a dedicated primary care provider outside the clinic. ohlth.co/4mKrXdg

09/02/2025

September marks Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month. According to the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, approximately 17,000 Americans acquire an SCI each year.

No two SCIs are the same, and a patient’s outcome can vary based on a number of factors, including the level of early intervention care and intensive rehabilitation.

Throughout SCI Awareness Month, we’ll be introducing a “Back to Basics” series, sharing information about SCI and how our care teams support patients as they work to recover as much function as possible.

09/01/2025

Wishing a happy Labor Day to all our providers and associates! Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed. It’s evident in the compassionate care for our communities and the drive to improve the lives of those we serve. Thank you. 💙

09/01/2025

This Labor Day, we extend our gratitude to all health care professionals who dedicate themselves to the care of their patients and the well-being of the communities they serve.

08/29/2025

An elephant baby shower AND OhioHealth babies with elephant plushies? Sign us up! 🐘👶

Today, we’re joining the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium as they celebrate momma “Sunny” and her new calf.

To mark the special occasion, every human baby born at OhioHealth Dublin Methodist Hospital will receive an ADOPT gift package including an elephant plushie, an adoption certificate and sticker, a photo of the calf and an Asian Elephant fact sheet.

And to keep the celebration going, you can donate to the Zoo’s “Baby Registry,” presented by OhioHealth, which features several ways to support Asian elephant conservation efforts: columbuszoo.org/baby-registry. 🤍

08/27/2025

Experts recommend the average person drink about eight 8-oz. glasses of water daily (about a half gallon). For those who are more active or prone to kidney stones, you may need to consume up to 32 ounces more each day. Are you drinking enough?💧

Try these practical tips if you’re struggling to meet your daily water intake recommendation; and learn more about the connection between your health and hydration habits on the blog: ohlth.co/4mzFuEm.

08/26/2025

This , meet OhioHealth therapy dog Weller – a 3 year-old golden doodle with a vivacious personality and a love for boosting morale on a ruff day! 🐾

He’s just one of the many therapy dogs who visit with our associates. For the past year and a half, Weller has been frequenting OhioHealth Doctors Hospital and attending nurse residency graduations to cheer on new medical professionals.

While he basks in the belly rubs, Weller is on a mission to make people smile, one pet at a time. And that’s a mission we fully support. 💙

08/21/2025

Earlier this summer, Taylor Sexton hit the road bright and early to head to Myrtle Beach. Taylor, a surgery technician, was called into OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital late the night before for a trauma case – so she was tired and ready for caffeine. But before she could stop for coffee, she witnessed something that jolted her awake.

“I was driving down I-71 South about ten miles south of Mansfield when I saw a car hit the guard rail heading north,” said Taylor.

She immediately pulled over, called 911 and ran across the highway to help the driver.

“I got him out of his car,” she said. “He was fine, just kind of shaken up. But every car that was flying by on I-71 was hitting pieces of his car and they were flying everywhere.”

She suggested they move to her car to avoid getting hit by any pieces of debris – but they never had a chance.

“About the time I said that, a semi came and hit a part of his car and the guardrail,” said Taylor.

According to Taylor, the semi-truck soared off I-71, clearing State Route 546 below.

“It was just like a bright flash,” said she said. “And it was just smoking really bad.”

Again, Taylor jumped into action. She ran towards the wreck, calling 911 to alert them to the second crash. She cleared a fence and standing water before she could reach the truck on its side. Taylor then climbed through the windshield to get to the driver.

“He was scared,” said Taylor. “He struggled moving because he did something to his hip so he couldn't move very well.”

Taylor quickly got the driver out of his truck and began checking him out.

She stayed with the driver until EMS arrived to take him to Mansfield Hospital. Due to HIPAA regulations, she wasn’t able to find out his condition. But she still thinks about him often.

Taylor hopes the driver may come across this and reach out to let her know how he’s doing. Whether she ever hears from him or not, she feels confident she did everything she could to help him during such a terrifying moment.

Taylor’s story is a reminder of how our associates’ compassion and care for others extends beyond hospital walls. She will be honored at this weekend’s Columbus Crew match for her brave actions. 🤍

08/20/2025

We’re excited to announce that Newsweek ranked OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital (Columbus & Dublin) as the #13 rehabilitation hospital in Ohio on their 2025 list of “America's Best Physical Rehab Centers.”

It’s a privilege to care for and help patients regain their quality of life through rehabilitation. We applaud our outstanding patient care teams who inspire hope through their exceptional care.

To learn more, click here: https://bit.ly/45q8E2P

08/14/2025

Taylor: I can do it with a broken heart.
Us: But you don’t need to.

Unlock the best in heart care at OhioHealth. ❤️‍🔥🔓

08/12/2025

Today, we officially opened our first care site in Canal Wi******er! The OhioHealth Canal Wi******er Health Center brings the expertise of Ohio’s largest health system closer to home for those in the area.

What’s inside this brand new, three-story facility?

🏥 A 24/7 emergency department
👩🏽‍⚕️ Women’s health services like mammography, obstetrics and gynecology
🏃🏼‍♂️ Primary care and sports medicine providers
🫀 Specialists for heart and vascular, urology and general surgery

By combining all of these under one roof, we’ve created a true healthcare destination for the growing community. Learn more about the providers and services available: ohlth.co/canalwinchester.

08/07/2025

Quintuplets! Betsy and Dan Santiso welcomed five precious newborns to their family at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital on Monday.

After delivery, Juniper, Cedar, Linden, Torrey and Alder were all transferred to the Nationwide Children's Hospital NICU at Riverside Methodist.

Mom and babies are doing well – and both parents shared they are grateful for the expert, supportive care they are receiving so close to home. 💙🦋💙

08/07/2025

Seven OhioHealth hospitals were recently recognized for outstanding stroke care by the American Heart Association through their Get With the Guidelines® initiative. ❤️

This designation highlights our continued commitment to life-saving heart and stroke care for patients. Learn more about our system’s stroke services: ohlth.co/4ghFiHp.

08/05/2025

Mental load can often go unnoticed, even by the person carrying it, but its effects on health and relationships are very real. Explore its causes, symptoms and strategies for managing it: ohlth.co/3UKoYVM.

On a scale from 1-10, how heavy is your mental load right now? Tell us in the comments. ⬇️

07/29/2025

We are honored to be ranked #31 among all inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the nation by U.S. News and World Report for 2025-26. This marks the fifth consecutive year that our hospital has been named to this prestigious list. At OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to providing an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery.

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07/08/2025

After battling COVID-19 pneumonia and septic shock, Sherrie Bryan was determined to return to her passions – family and gardening. Sherrie chose OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital’s team of expert therapists to guide her recovery.

Learn more about Sherrie’s inspiring story of recovery: https://bit.ly/3TXy1T0

07/04/2025

We wish you and your family a safe and happy Fourth of July.

06/19/2025

Today, we acknowledge the importance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the abolition of slavery.

06/12/2025

Our nursing assistants and patient care technicians champion the recovery of every patient from admission to discharge. An integral part of the nursing team, they obtain vital signs, assist patients with daily care and support their physical and emotional needs.

Join us as we celebrate these compassionate health care professionals. 🌟

06/04/2025

You may have heard the words “aphasia” and “dysphagia” when supporting a loved one’s health journey and wondered what they mean and how they differ.

June is National Aphasia Awareness Month—a fitting time to highlight this communication disorder and contrast it with dysphagia, another disorder patients may face after injury or illness.

Aphasia affects a person’s ability to speak, read or write—although not necessarily their thinking. After a stroke or brain injury that damages the language centers in the brain, a patient may have trouble finding the right words, understanding what others say or comprehending text.

Dysphagia is the difficulty in swallowing, and can occur as a symptom of many different conditions, including brain and muscle disorders.

05/29/2025

Stroke recovery goals can look very different for each stroke survivor. Some simply want to stand or eat on their own. Others envision returning to work, travelling the world or reclaiming the role of family event planner. The most common goal among patients? Returning home. Select Medical’s nationwide network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals focuses on helping patients do just that.