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What you need to know about Encompass Health from the 38th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference
Encompass Health finished 2019 strong, making continued progress toward its strategic initiatives, Mark Tarr, the Company’s president and CEO, told attendees at the 38th Annual…
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How familiar holiday tunes can play a part in stroke rehabilitation
In Wesley Hyde’s office at Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, there’s always music. As one of the company’s few music therapists, Wesley facilitates musical activities…
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Mark Tarr’s 2020 healthcare predictions
As 2019 comes to a close, we all have our sights set on 2020 and what the new year will bring. In the ever-evolving landscape…
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7 ways animal therapy benefits patients and medical teams
What’s all the to-do with animal therapy these days? Sure, animals can be cute, soft and good company. They’re nonjudgmental and give love just because…
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Gifts that keep on giving: Our holiday shopping guide for older adults
Holiday shopping can be stressful. As difficult as it is to find that special gift for a child, it can be even more difficult finding…
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Using big data to reduce hospital readmissions
Big data is a buzzword in healthcare, and refers to the vast amount of data providers have accumulated over the years, thanks in part to…
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Reducing hospital readmissions with wearable technology
Wearable technology has the potential to do much more than track your last workout; it could save lives. Take the most recent series of the…
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Encompass Health recognized for its female board representation
Encompass Health will be among the companies recognized for its female board representation at the fifth annual Breakfast of Champions on Nov. 7. Hosted by…
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Can inpatient rehabilitation help older stroke patients?
The fastest growing segment of the U.S. population is aged 85 years and older. Despite our growing success in preventing strokes, there are still more…
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The skeleton in my office
Those entering Dina Walker’s office are often taken aback when they see the skeleton sitting in a chair across from her. That skeleton, affectionately known…