Select Specialty Hospital - Morgantown

01/26/2026

After battling influenza, pneumonia and respiratory failure, Marlon ‘Big Fish’ Gentry fought his way back to independence at Select Specialty Hospital – Morgantown. From coming off a ventilator to walking the halls, his journey was fueled by his determination and family support.

Read more about Marlon’s rehabilitation journey: https://bit.ly/4qAnpYU

11/27/2025

We are thankful for the more than 1.5 million patients across our network of hospitals and centers who trust us with their care, and for our amazing teams who help those patients recover so they may return to their families and communities.

11/17/2025

A devastating car accident on the way to the grocery story landed Frank Gostrue on a ventilator with acute respiratory failure and immobile due to multiple spine and rib fractures. After 32 days in the hospital, Frank’s condition stabilized but he couldn’t breathe on his own, eat, talk or walk. Knowing he would need specialized care, his family chose to transition him to Select Specialty Hospital - Southeast Ohio, a critical illness recovery hospital.

Read his story: https://bit.ly/3LGpq6i

11/11/2025

Honoring all who served.

10/28/2025

The team at Select Specialty Hospital – Orlando Central celebrated the ribbon cutting today for a new 31-bed critical illness recovery hospital with a 32-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit at 7450 Sand Lake Commons Boulevard in Orlando. The hospital features a continuum of care to help patients recovering from catastrophic illness or injury, offering both recovery and rehabilitative care in one convenient location.

Pictured from left to right: Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central Medical Director Dr. Sandhya Meesala; Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central Director of Business Development Angie Thompson; Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central CNO Miriam Olaciregui; Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central CEO Nelly Castroman; Select Medical Regional Vice President Jeff Alexander; Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central Medical Director Dr. Pradeep Vangala; Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central Associate Medical Director Mahmood Ali.

10/23/2025

Each of our specialty hospitals operates an Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP), a coordinated effort between our pharmacy team, clinicians, environmental services and infection preventionists to stop the spread of infections caused by drug-resistant diseases. Our pharmacies ensure the safety and care of our patients and staff by managing and assessing all anti-microbial regimens.

10/22/2025

One year ago, Lauren Riemer was fighting for life, the result of complications from a rare and serious autoimmune disease. Lauren, then 32 and newly married, spent five months in five hospitals. For weeks, she was on two types of life support. When Lauren finally stabilized, she transitioned to Select Specialty Hospital - Milwaukee - West Allis for extended healing. Lauren arrived unable to breathe, eat, talk and walk but it didn’t take long for the Wisconsin woman to begin achieving those milestones – and many more.

Read Lauren's story here: https://bit.ly/4qlYWXt

10/22/2025

From fielding the first call about a new hospital location to welcoming the first patient through the door, our design, construction and facilities teams can be counted on to help create a healing environment.

Our design and construction teams oversee all hospital building projects—ensuring safety and efficiency in the engineering and ex*****on of plans. Once constructed, hospitals are turned over to our facilities teams who oversee day-to-day operations, including the physical building infrastructure, air quality and maintenance of all medical equipment.

Working together, these professionals contribute to a safe, comfortable and accessible setting for our patients, visitors and staff.

10/21/2025

When patients face the obstacles presented by a critical illness, respiratory therapists play an essential role in restoring comfort and quality of life. Their collaboration with other rehabilitation specialists ensures patients receive the most comprehensive care possible.

“Every injury is unique and can involve significant challenges,” says Lori Vessell, respiratory manager at Select Specialty Hospital – St. Louis. “As respiratory therapists, we work closely with physical and occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists to develop a well-rounded approach to each patient. We mobilize patients being supported by the ventilator to prevent wound development and can give them back their voice by attaching a speaking valve, alleviating fear and anxiety.”

As part of our critical care teams, respiratory therapists help give patients the best possible chance to move forward in recovery.

10/20/2025

Across our nationwide network of hospitals, infection preventionists work closely with our our health care facility teams and patients to implement needed steps to block infections and prevent them from spreading.

Strategies include water and air quality testing, remote surveillance for infection prevention, enforced personal protective equipment (PPE) usage and sanitation protocols for infection control.

During Health Care Quality Week, we recognize our infection preventionists for the key role they play in the safety and well-being of our patients, staff and the communities they serve.

10/19/2025

Our pharmacists and pharmacy technicians strive to administer the lowest effective dose of pain medication while ensuring that patients can participate in necessary activities. They coordinate these efforts alongside our multidisciplinary team as they discuss the needs of patients.

Each patient’s pain management is evaluated during clinical team meetings and multidisciplinary rounds to ensure adequate pain control. The team strives to balance pain management, cognitive function and therapy participation with the goal of minimizing medication dependence and enhancing patient outcomes.

10/17/2025

Physical therapy treats impairment and functional limitation through exercises, stretches and movements. Physical therapists are highly skilled medical professionals who diagnose and help individuals recover their health and get back to life.

10/15/2025

When a patient is admitted to one of our specialty hospitals, a case manager is present to help coordinate care while guiding families and caregivers throughout the recovery journey. Serving as a central point of communication, case managers support patients as they transition to the next level of care or when preparing to discharge.

07/31/2025

When Ivan Antill, 63, suffered a heart attack at home, it changed everything about his life. When he woke up weeks later at Select Specialty Hospital – Morgantown, nothing seemed familiar. He didn’t know where he was or how he had ended up there. However, the care Ivan received helped put him on the path to recovery and returning home.

Read his story: https://bit.ly/4mjRc5s

12/23/2024

Matthew and Amber Davis were eagerly awaiting the arrival of their third child when fluid build-up in Matthew’s lungs cause respiratory and renal failure. Matt ended up critically ill and on a ventilator, requiring continuous dialysis. Twelve days later, as Matt slowly improved, he turned to Select Specialty Hospital – Morgantown to continue regaining strength and mobility so that he could be home before their baby daughter arrived.

Read Matthew's story here: https://bit.ly/3ZTi6YF

10/17/2024

For Michele Lawson, fighting her way back to independence from two life-threatening illnesses has taught her this: “You don’t realize how much you miss the simple things until you aren’t doing them.” Michele arrived at Select Specialty Hospital – Morgantown following surgery to repair a rupture in her re**um. She was too weak to walk or take care of herself. A physician-led team put together a plan to help Michele get back home with her husband and dog.

Read Michele's story:
https://bit.ly/3NrXmkV

09/16/2024

Meagan Milburn began feeling ill while opening gifts on Christmas Day. The 30-year-old West Virginia woman had no idea how ill she was with pneumonia and respiratory failure. Then, she developed sepsis. She spent seven weeks fighting for her life at an acute care hospital before arriving at Select Specialty Hospital – Morgantown with hopes of regaining the active, independent lifestyle she enjoyed before her illness. A physician-led, interdisciplinary team collaborated to get Meagan strong enough to get back home.

Read Meagan's story here: https://bit.ly/3B696qp

03/05/2024

If you or a loved one experienced a brain injury, intense therapy can play a vital role in recovery and help get you back to an independent lifestyle.

Meet some of our brain injury patients who not only survived, but thrived.

To learn more about Select Medical’s network of hospitals, visit: https://www.selectmedical.com/about-us/

03/01/2024

March is Brain Injury Awareness month. According to the Brain Injury Association of America, someone in the United States sustains a brain injury every nine seconds. A brain injury can affect how a person thinks, acts and feels.

Brain injuries can result from an outside force to the head, known as a traumatic brain injury (TBI), or an internal cause – known as a non-traumatic brain injury (NTBI).

Learn more about the difference between a TBI and NTBI below, and check back throughout the month as we spotlight brain injury and how we help people recover.

02/05/2024

The determination and hard work exhibited by patients eager to return home after injury or illness is an inspirational experience.
Take it from our colleagues as they explain why working with patients is a privilege.

02/01/2024

February marks American Heart Month, a time to raise more awareness for heart health and cardiovascular diseases.

Select Medical admits a range of cardiac rehabilitation patients recovering from a variety of conditions, including heart failure, cardiomyopathy (heart issues making it hard to pump blood) and cardiac surgery, including heart transplants. Our interdisciplinary teams – including physicians, nurses and therapists – develop individualized treatment plans focused on post-surgical healing, dietary and medication education and restoring strength and endurance. The goal is to avoid cardiac complications and provide patients with the skills, strategies and techniques needed for independent and heart-healthy lives.

02/01/2024

Every patient’s journey toward independence is a unique experience. We are proud to have been a part of yours.

During National Patient Recognition Week, we thank all our patients for entrusting us with their care.

01/15/2024

12/31/2023

New Years is a time to set and reach for new goals. We hope you attain all you aspire to this year.

Happy holidays from Select Medical.