Rehabilitation Hospital of Augusta

03/27/2026

Ezequiel Zurita was admitted to our Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Round Rock, Texas after surgery to remove a brain tumor and an extended hospital stay. When he arrived, he was weak and unable to walk. With determination and the support of his care team, Ezequiel regained his strength, mobility and independence.

He credits the entire Encompass Health team for playing a vital role in his recovery. Now, he looks forward to spending quality time with his family, returning to work and getting back to jiu-jitsu.

Thank you, Ezequiel, for trusting us with your recovery!

03/24/2026

Retha McKee was admitted to our Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Texarkana, Texas after a brain injury. She was dependent in all activities of daily living and had anxiety about falling. Retha committed to her rehabilitation and leaned on her faith when therapy was challenging. When she left our hospital, she was able to walk out with the assistance of a walker.

Thank you for trusting Encompass Health with your rehabilitation, Retha! We're proud of the progress you made!

03/21/2026

Karen Pagano was admitted to our hospital in Braintree, Massachusetts after being hit by a car. During her stay, she wrote down the names of every staff member she met and researched the meaning behind each of their names. Months after discharge, Karen returned with homemade name badges for more than 140 staff members.

Thank you, Karen, for the powerful reminder of the impact our staff has on our patients. It was a privilege to care for you!

03/20/2026

Marcellas Dobbs came to our Encompass Health hospital after having a stroke. He had difficulty using his left arm for daily activities and experienced poor balance. Thanks to hard work and dedication in therapy, Marcellas has discharged and hopes to return to coaching basketball!

03/19/2026

If you or a loved one has been impacted by a stroke or other brain injury, you may wonder how and if the brain can repair itself. The answer is yes, it can, and the process is called neuroplasticity.

Neuroplasticity happens in the brain throughout your lifetime as you learn new information and activities. It’s also crucial during recovery after a traumatic or non-traumatic injury to the central nervous system, including the brain and spine.

Learn more: https://ehc.rehab/3Nu1rII

03/18/2026

Today we announced plans to open a new inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Bear, Delaware. This 40-bed hospital will serve patients recovering from life-changing illnesses and injuries, including strokes and neurological disorders, brain and spinal cord injuries, amputations and other complex orthopedic conditions.

“Expanding Encompass Health’s footprint in Delaware is truly exciting,” said Mat Gooch, president of Encompass Health’s Northeast region. “This hospital will bring residents of New Castle county and surrounding areas greater access to high‑quality, specialized rehabilitation care close to where they live. We’re eager to break ground on this project and look forward to supporting patients as they regain independence and get back to what matters most.”

The hospital will be part of Encompass Health’s national network of rehabilitation hospitals and its second location in Delaware.

https://ehc.rehab/4bwq6Er

03/16/2026

We were honored to be part of Arianna Esquiline's recovery. Arianna was severely burned during a barbecue accident while vacationing in Miami.
She spent months in the acute hospital, where she married her fiancé, before entering rehabilitation. We're proud to say that after her rehabilitation at our Miami hospital, they were able to walk out together as husband and wife.
Congratulations Arianna on both your marriage and your regained independence.

We first introduced you to 34-year-old Arianna Esquiline last month when she married her fiancé in the hospital, surrounded by doctors and nurses.

03/13/2026

We are honored to be named to Becker's Healthcare's "Top Places to Work in Healthcare."

This recognition reflects our commitment to our people, our culture and our purpose of providing high‑quality, compassionate care.

Becker's highlights the workplace culture, focus on professional development and a continued track record of workplace excellence. Learn more about this award and what it means for the company's employees.

03/12/2026

Regular exercise provides long-term benefits for everyone, especially for individuals living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Daily physical activity supports mobility, helps reduce fatigue and can make everyday tasks feel more manageable.

Ready to get moving? Even small, consistent movements such as stretching, walking or low-impact aerobic exercise can be tailored to meet your specific needs, making them a safe and effective part of your daily routine.

Learn how exercise can help you regain strength and independence while living with MS.

Multieple Sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system. Learn how exercise for MS can help manage the condition and improve symptoms.

03/12/2026

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03/10/2026

Janis was admitted to our Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania after a brain injury.

Janis enjoys music and was often found singing and playing the guitar alongside her therapy staff. Music can be a powerful tool in brain injury rehabilitation — helping improve motor skills, enhance speech and language, boost mood and foster connection.

Janis was able to return home at her previous level of function, and we’re grateful she chose Encompass Health for her rehabilitation. We wish her all the best!

03/09/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, and Susan’s story is a powerful reminder that recovery after a traumatic brain injury is possible with the right rehabilitation.

After falling and fracturing her skull, Susan arrived at our Johnston, Rhode Island hospital determined to regain her independence. With the encouragement and expertise of our care team, she learned to stand, walk and confidently perform daily activities again.

Today, she’s back home with her family — and back to pursuing the goals she set before her injury, including training for a half marathon and hiking with her family.

In Susan’s own words: “The acute care hospital saved my life, but Encompass Health and the rehab here saved my soul.”

This Brain Injury Awareness Month, we honor survivors like Susan and the incredible resilience they show every day.

03/07/2026

High school senior Zebedee Cone sustained a traumatic brain injury after falling from a golf cart in September. In the days following his accident, there was a lot of uncertainty.

Zebedee was admitted to our Encompass Health hospital in Jonesboro, Arkansas, and his hard work paid off! He was discharged and walked out of our hospital to head home.

We’re proud to have been a part of Zebedee’s rehabilitation and wish him well as he continues to recover.

03/05/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, a time to recognize the challenges many individuals with brain injury face.

After a brain injury, it’s common to experience difficulties with speaking, reasoning and memory. These changes can make everyday tasks feel harder — not just for the person recovering, but also for their caregivers. That’s where speech-language pathologists come in.

Learn how speech therapy can help you or your loved one regain essential communication skills and independence after a brain injury in inpatient rehabilitation.

Speech therapists play a vital role in the recovery of a loved one who suffers from a TBI. Learn memory exercises, techniques, and guidance for...

03/03/2026

Join us for our next Continuing Education Lecture Series. In this free CEU, Daniel Marrufo, therapy team lead at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland, will discuss the link between caregiver stress and hospital readmissions. Learn how to assess caregiver stress levels plus get strategies to help them manage their stress and ultimately improve patient outcomes.

Topic: Caregiver Stress on Hospital Readmissions: An Essential Factor for Positive Outcomes
Dates/Times:
Wednesday, March 11 – Noon and 6 p.m. CT
Wednesday, March 18 – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT
Speaker: Daniel Marrufo, MS, CCC-SLP, MBA
Therapy Team Lead, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Pearland

One hour CE credit available for PT, OT, LVN, RN, CCM, SW, SLP

Register now: https://ehc.rehab/mar2026ceu

03/02/2026

Join us at our upcoming virtual hiring event. Meet our leaders and your future colleagues and explore career opportunities with a growing industry leader. To learn more and RSVP, visit https://ow.ly/qVs350Yo8wA

03/02/2026

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! We are proud to help those recovering from brain injuries get back to the activities that matter most to them.

02/27/2026

We are proud to be part of Encompass Health's national network of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. The Company has been named to two prestigious lists: Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies and Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Companies.

These recognitions reflect the dedication of our exceptional clinicians and teams who show up every day to help patients recover from life‑changing illnesses and injuries. Their unwavering commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care is what truly sets us apart.

02/26/2026

Coping with a life-changing diagnosis is never easy. It can bring overwhelming feelings of grief, shame, anger or even depression. With the right support, though, it is possible to manage these emotions and continue living a meaningful life.

Learning to build healthy coping strategies and knowing when to ask for help can empower you to move forward with confidence.

Experiencing a life-changing diagnosis can impact your well-being. Explore holistic strategies for coping, recovering, and finding hope through...

02/18/2026

Please join us for Community Night to help raise funds for the American Heart Association at Your Pie in North Augusta. We will be there on Feb. 18, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m.

02/12/2026

This week is Heart Failure Awareness Week. During this time, we are reminded of how many are touched by this condition every day. Understanding the different types of heart failure and how they affect the people we care about helps us to offer more empathy and support.

At Encompass Health, we’re committed to educating patients and their families by providing the resources they need to manage heart health with confidence.

Lifestyle changes and following a medication routine can go a long way in heart failure self management.

02/05/2026

A stroke can impact more than just your mobility; it can change how you see the world. Vision changes are common after a stroke, but they don’t have to limit your recovery.

At Encompass Health, our care teams, including physicians, therapists, nurses and more, help patients adapt to post-stroke vision challenges. Discover how inpatient rehabilitation can help you regain not just your sight, but your quality of life after a stroke.

Vision loss after stroke is a common occurance. Learn how inpatient rehabilitation can help restore visual performance and independence.

12/01/2025

Cathleen had a stroke and came to our hospital for rehabilitation. She was delightful and always in high spirits, and it was a pleasure to care for her. We are proud to say she made a full recovery and is doing well. Her mom, Eva Butler, was by her side throughout her journey, along with her service dog.

Trigger and Bullet, therapy dogs from Canines for Christ, visited Cathleen every week. They were wonderful companions who helped her during recovery.

Thank you to everyone who supported Cathleen through this journey.

12/01/2025

Please join us in congratulating Paul Patel, physical therapy team lead, on receiving our Outstanding Employee Achievement Award. Paul consistently embodies our core values in every interaction with staff and patients. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his exceptional quality outcomes.

We are so fortunate to have you on our team, Paul!