Kindred Hospital Ocala

Kindred Hospital Ocala Kindred Hospital Ocala specializes in treating chronically, critically ill patients. Our hospital does not offer emergency services.

We specialize in the treatment and rehabilitation of the post-intensive care and complex medical patient requiring intensive care, including specialized rehabilitation, in an acute hospital setting. With our services we provide a wide array of rehabilitation therapies to help patients progress to positive outcomes, regain function and safely return home as quickly as their recovery allows.

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we’re thankful for our patients, families, and incredible care teams who make every day meani...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we’re thankful for our patients, families, and incredible care teams who make every day meaningful.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful holiday filled with gratitude and connection!

Today, we proudly recognize National Nurse Practitioner Week – a time to honor the incredible Nurse Practitioners (NPs) ...
11/13/2025

Today, we proudly recognize National Nurse Practitioner Week – a time to honor the incredible Nurse Practitioners (NPs) at our facility and across the country who bring skill, compassion, and accessibility to healthcare every single day. NPs are the heartbeat of patient-centered care – listening, diagnosing, treating, and advocating with unmatched dedication. While this week shines a spotlight on their contributions, their impact is felt all year long in hospitals, clinics, and communities nationwide.

To all our NPs: thank you for making healthcare more human, more reachable, and more exceptional.

Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of illness and hospitalization worldwide, yet with early detection and prope...
11/12/2025

Pneumonia remains one of the leading causes of illness and hospitalization worldwide, yet with early detection and proper treatment, most cases are preventable and treatable.

Common symptoms include:
- Shortness of breath
- Fever or chills
- Fatigue and weakness
- Chest pain or cough

This World Pneumonia Day, take time to protect your health by staying up to date on your vaccines, practicing good hand hygiene, avoiding smoking and exposure to pollutants, and seeking medical care as soon as possible if symptoms occur.

Happy Veterans Day! Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, ded...
11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! Today and every day, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us all.

If you are a veteran, we invite you to comment with a photo of yourself in uniform and your rank so we can recognize and thank you for your service!

As we celebrate Medical-Surgical Nurses Week, we extend our gratitude to the dedicated Med-Surg nurses who provide excep...
11/06/2025

As we celebrate Medical-Surgical Nurses Week, we extend our gratitude to the dedicated Med-Surg nurses who provide exceptional care to patients with diverse and complex needs.

Your adaptability, clinical excellence, and compassion define what it means to serve with purpose. Thank you for the professionalism and heart you bring to your work every day.

Kindred Hospitals specialize in treating complex respiratory conditions, particularly in ventilator weaning.  Pulmonolog...
10/20/2025

Kindred Hospitals specialize in treating complex respiratory conditions, particularly in ventilator weaning. Pulmonologists and respiratory therapists work together to help even the most complex patients breathe on their own again. Our rehabilitation teams also help patients - including those on ventilation - start moving as early and as much as possible. Most of our hospitals have earned Joint Commission certification in Respiratory Failure, showing our commitment to delivering excellent respiratory care.

Linda, 64, was admitted to the hospital after experiencing respiratory failure caused by cardiac arrest. Because of mult...
10/16/2025

Linda, 64, was admitted to the hospital after experiencing respiratory failure caused by cardiac arrest. Because of multiple heart complications, she needed a tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation to support her breathing. Once her condition stabilized, she was transferred to Kindred Hospital Ocala for continued care and rehabilitation.

When Linda arrived, she was evaluated by an interdisciplinary team that included physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists. The team developed an aggressive ventilator weaning plan, which led to her successful decannulation and weaning to room air.

At the beginning of her stay, Linda required full assistance for all self-care and mobility activities. She was only able to communicate minimally and could not swallow safely. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams evaluated her abilities and created a treatment plan focused on improving her mobility, self-care, communication, and swallowing.

Linda participated in her therapies with dedication and made impressive progress. Over time, her strength, mobility, and communication skills improved greatly. She relearned how to swallow and regained her independence.

Today, Linda can complete all of her daily activities on her own. She enjoys talking with her family and staff, walks without a walker, and eats regular meals. Her recovery is a true success story, and we congratulate Linda on her remarkable progress at Kindred Hospital Ocala.

To read more success stories from patients of Kindred Hospital Ocala, please visit http://Kindrd.care/6189fQxrb.

At Kindred, we take a comprehensive approach to care, bringing specialists from multiple disciplines together to develop...
10/15/2025

At Kindred, we take a comprehensive approach to care, bringing specialists from multiple disciplines together to develop a unique treatment plan for each patient. This interdisciplinary care team meets at the bedside regularly to discuss goals, milestones, treatment, and progress. We invite patients and families to participate in these meetings and make their voices heard.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to celebrate the vibrant cultures of Indigenous communities and to acknowledge their r...
10/13/2025

Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to celebrate the vibrant cultures of Indigenous communities and to acknowledge their resilience, wisdom, and contributions that continue to shape our world today and every day.

Patients at Kindred Hospitals begin receiving gentle in-bed therapy as soon as they are able to, progressing to more adv...
10/09/2025

Patients at Kindred Hospitals begin receiving gentle in-bed therapy as soon as they are able to, progressing to more advanced movements as they recover. Our physical therapists (PTs) help even the most complicated patients, including those on mechanical ventilation, get on their feet. We are grateful for all our PTs who help our patients take the next step in their recovery journeys.

Joy, 77, was hospitalized after a fall at home led to respiratory failure. During her hospital stay, complications requi...
09/30/2025

Joy, 77, was hospitalized after a fall at home led to respiratory failure. During her hospital stay, complications required her to receive a tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation. Once stabilized, she was transferred to Kindred Hospital Ocala for continued care.

When Joy arrived, she was unable to communicate with her care team. She was evaluated by an interdisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists, who created an aggressive ventilator weaning plan. Despite the challenges, Joy’s determination and the team’s dedication paid off, and she was successfully weaned from the ventilator.

Speech therapy then began working with Joy to address her communication needs. Through consistent therapy and perseverance, she regained her ability to speak and reconnect with her family and staff.

Today, Joy can communicate clearly again and is thriving in her recovery. Her journey is a true Kindred success story, showcasing both her resilience and the compassionate care she received.

To read more success stories from patients of Kindred Hospital Ocala, please visit http://Kindrd.care/6189fQxrb.

Your heart works for you every second of every day—on World Heart Day, take a moment to give it the care it deserves. Si...
09/29/2025

Your heart works for you every second of every day—on World Heart Day, take a moment to give it the care it deserves. Simple steps like managing stress, limiting salt and sugar, and staying connected with your healthcare provider can help protect your heart for years to come.

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Ocala, FL
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