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 Rehabilitation Physicians
Kristi Self, MD, and Tonya Washburn, MD, are the medical directors of Valir Rehabilitation Hospital. They are board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation, and they lead a team of specialists who are dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care and treatment.
Dr. Self and Dr. Washburn visit regularly with patients to monitor their progress. They order and monitor patient medications and treatments, and at the time of discharge, they coordinate continued services for patients when necessary.
David Bailey, MD, is our internal medicine physician and he works closely with other Valir physicians to ensure our patients' medical needs are being met.
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 Billy Guild, ARNP, is a certified nurse practitioner who has worked in a physical rehabilitation setting since 1996. Mr. Guild will work with our medical staff to oversee and manage patient care.
Our physicians are happy to answer any questions or concerns patients may have during their stay.
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Psychological Services
Recovering from a serious medical condition can be very challenging and may involve a variety of life changes. A rehabilitation psychologist is available to help patients and and their families cope with emotional difficulties that may arise during the rehabilitation process.
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Rehabilitation Nurses
Valir's certified rehabilitation nurses help patients regain productive, independent lives by performing the following functions:
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- Managing complex medical issues
- Providing ongoing patient and caregiver education
- Helping patients set realistic goals
- Establishing care plans for patients
- Working as a multi-discipline rehabilitation team
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At Valir Rehabilitation Hospital, we take a holistic approach to meeting our patients' needs and we provide them with the knowledge and support necessary to return to their daily lives. Registered nurses supervisors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Physical Therapy
Physical therapy (PT) helps restore and improve movement and physical function that has been impaired or threatened by disability, injury or disease. Valir's physical therapists develop individualized exercises and stretches that are appropriate for the patient's unique condition. These exercises help teach the patient such functions as how to move in bed, how to move from one surface to another, and how to use assistive devices.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy (OT) helps patients regain their independence and ability to manage such daily tasks as dressing, bathing, eating, performing the activities of one's job or hobbies and the use of necessary assistive devices. Valir's occupational therapists work with physical therapists in customizing exercise and stretching programs for patients.
Speech Therapy
Speech therapy (ST) helps patients overcome any language or speech-related barriers associated with their illness or injuries. Speech therapy also helps patients overcome swallowing difficulties.
Recreational Therapy
Recreational therapy helps patients adapt to and enjoy those activities they participated in prior to their illnesses or injuries.
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy is water-based exercise intended to help rehabilitate the body using the constant resistance of warm water. This type of therapy helps relax the body and allows patients to move with greater mobility and less pain.
Respiratory Therapy
Respiratory therapy helps patients strengthen the muscles that are used in breathing. It also helps them learn how to conserve energy and breathe efficiently and comfortably. Additionally, respiratory therapy helps those patients who are utilizing ventilators learn how to breathe independently.
Dietitian
The clinical dietitian ensures that patients eat and drink exactly what their bodies need to regain strength and wellness.
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 | Case Management and Social Services
Each patient of Valir Rehabilitation Hospital is assigned a case manager. Valir's case managers serve as the liaison between the patient, family, treatment team and insurance company. At the time of discharge, they also help arrange for any equipment or continued services that may be necessary.
Chaplain
The hospital chaplain provides spiritual education and support, and leads nondenominational church services each Sunday for patients and their families.
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