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No one plans to experience a life-changing illness or traumatic injury. So it is comforting to know that for the past 100 years, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital has been a leader in rehabilitation medicine. Whether you or a family member is in need of intensive inpatient rehabilitation following a stroke, traumatic injury, neurological disease or surgery, Burke is committed to ensuring every patient makes the fullest possible recovery.

At Burke, all our programs are customized based on each patient’s individual medical needs and rehabilitation goals. It is this individual attention that makes Burke the ideal choice. You are unique and your rehabilitation program should be too. We invite you to learn more about Burke’s outstanding programs and national reputation for excellence.

WELCOME TO

BURKE

The goal of Burke’s intensive inpatient rehabilitation programs is to maximize your recovery. Whether you have had a stroke, brain or spinal cord injury, a neurological condition, a joint replacement, pulmonary or cardiac disease, or amputation, our expert rehabilitation teams are committed to helping you return to an active lifestyle.

OUR INTENSIVE THERAPY PROVIDES A MINIMUM OF THREE HOURS OF PHYSICAL, OCCUPATIONAL AND SPEECH THERAPY PER DAY—COMPARED TO SUB-ACUTE REHABILITATION FACILITIES THAT PROVIDE ABOUT ONE HOUR OF THERAPY PER DAY.

Burke follows the program model, which ensures the greatest possible level of recovery. At Burke, your therapy program will be custom-tailored to meet your specific needs by integrating several different disciplines including physical, occupational, respiratory and speech therapy; nursing; case management; and specialty medical services as needed, including an assessment by a neuropsychologist when appropriate. There is never a “one size fits all” approach at Burke.

BURKE’S ACUTE REHAB: PERSONALIZED FOR MAXIMUM RECOVERY

THE BURKE TEAM

Burke’s doctors, nurses and therapists provide state-of-the-art treatment and our personalized care is the result of expert, interdisciplinary teams. These are led by a remarkable range of highly respected medical specialists. Burke’s full-time physicians include neurologists, physiatrists, internists, rheumatologists and pulmonologists. There is a physician on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

We are part of the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and have been academically affiliated with the Weill Cornell Medical College since 1968.

These remarkable resources explain Burke’s enduring national reputation for excellence. Our success in helping patients achieve the fullest possible recovery from illness or injury is renowned coast-to-coast.

WE WELCOME INQUIRIES AND REFERRALS FROM PROSPECTIVE PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES, PHYSICIANS, CASE MANAGERS AND OTHER HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS.

Every referral to Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is given individual attention. Burke’s Screening and Admitting departments will assist you and your family throughout the admission process.

Once we receive a referral, Burke’s screening nurses review the patient’s medical information with a Burke physician and verify insurance coverage. When an admission has been approved by Burke and your insurance company, our Screening and Admitting departments will assist you in completing the appropriate paperwork for admission.

For more information, please call (888) 99-BURKE or (914) 597-2519 to speak with a Burke registered nurse.

REFERRALS & ADMISSIONS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE

Year after year, patients continue to give us high marks for staff courtesy and overall care. An independent survey conducted by Press Ganey, a firm that is a recognized leader in healthcare performance improvement, found that on average, about 95 percent of Burke patients would recommend Burke Rehabilitation Hospital to others.

Almost two-thirds of Burke nurses are Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurses, which indicates a specialized level of nursing education and experience caring for the patient undergoing physical rehabilitation. Burke nurses are also nationally recognized for excellence, winning the 2011 NDNQI Award for Nursing Quality by the American Nursing Association.

With our renowned doctors and award-winning staff providing unparalleled treatment, you can be assured you will receive the best care at Burke.

95% OF PATIENTS WOULD RECOMMEND BURKE TO OTHERS

INPATIENT PROGRAMS

AMPUTEE REHABILITATION PROGRAM

BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Burke’s Amputee Rehabilitation Program is designed to promote healing, restore confidence and provide you with the skills to return home and live as independently as possible after an amputation. It is a two-phase program that begins immediately following surgery. In the first phase, therapy will focus on pain control, healing, emotional support and preparing the limb for prosthesis. A specialist who designs, creates and fits various types of artificial limbs, will work with you to create a custom fit. The second phase begins once your prosthesis has been completed. You will return to Burke for intensive physical and occupational therapy to ensure maximum mobility and independence in your daily life.

Burke’s intensive Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program aims to return you to the most active and productive lifestyle possible, following a traumatic or acquired brain injury. We serve patients with diagnoses such as brain tumor, meningitis, skull fracture, cerebral contusion, encephalitis, intra-cerebral or subarachnoid hemorrhage, and brain abscess. In addition to intensive therapy, you will receive education from each discipline to maximize recovery from the physical, cognitive and psychological impairments caused by brain injury and help prepare you for the next stage in the rehabilitation process.

A series of educational lectures and discussions for families and caregivers related to brain injury is provided by team members weekly.

“I wanted the best rehab after my surgery and I’ve received it. Burke helped me regain my confidence. Burke

provided me the rehab therapy I needed to succeed.” Ray Calore

“When I got to Burke, I couldn’t do anything. I had to re-learn to walk, speak and swallow. The therapists at Burke

were positive and had a lot of integrity. They were very honest with me in that the healing would take time but

assured me that I would get better.” Sondra DeMichele

Of amputee program patients would recommend Burke to others

Of TBI patients would recommend Burke to others

Of Burke Nurses are CRRNs

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2011 Press Ganey Rehabilitation Hospital Performance Summary Report

INPATIENT PROGRAMS

CARDIOPULMONARY REHABILITATION PROGRAM

NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION PROGRAM

Burke’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Program is divided into two parts: the cardiac program and the pulmonary program. The cardiac program is tailored to meet the needs of patients recovering from a cardiac event such as a valve replacement, bypass surgery or abdominal aortic aneurism repair. When appropriate, after inpatient therapy, you can utilize the Burke Outpatient Cardiac Rehab Program.

The pulmonary program serves patients with diagnoses such as COPD (emphysema, bronchitis), bronchiectasis, chronic and acute respiratory failure, and pulmonary fibrosis (or those who have suffered an acute lung condition). You will receive intensive therapy five to six days a week and will be taught strategies to help you manage your condition.

Burke’s Neurological Rehabilitation Program serves adolescent through elderly patients, with diagnoses such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Guillian-Barre syndrome, myasthenia gravis and peripheral nervous system disease. Using state-of-the-art equipment such as the RTI FES Bike, Bioness, WalkAide, Litegait and SAEBO, the medical specialists, nursing staff and other rehabilitation therapists will ensure your therapy results in the highest possible outcome.

Educational lectures and discussions for your family or caregiver on various topics related to neurological conditions are conducted by team members weekly.

“I was told that Burke Rehabilitation Hospital has the most outstanding physical and occupational therapy

programs and excellent service; they were right.” Russell Ippolito

“At Burke they make you work hard, but they helped me heal and to be able to walk again.”

Heath Baker

Of cardiac patients would recommend Burke to others

Of pulmonary patients would recommend Burke to others

Of neurological patients would recommend Burke to others

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2011 Press Ganey Rehabilitation Hospital Performance Summary Report

INPATIENT PROGRAMS

ORTHOPEDIC REHABILITATION PROGRAM

SINGLE JOINT REPLACEMENT PROGRAM

The goal of Burke’s Orthopedic Rehabilitation Program is to help prepare you to resume an active lifestyle in one to two weeks after orthopedic injury or surgery. We serve patients with diagnoses such as hip replacement, knee replacement, hip resurfacing, lower extremity fracture and multiple traumas.

Depending on your needs, your therapy may include the use of high tech equipment such as CPMs (Continuous Passive Motion machines), Nu-Step, CybexKinetron and Monark upper body ergometers.

You and your family will also receive ongoing education from each discipline throughout your treatment to maximize recovery and prepare you for the next stage of the rehabilitation process.

Burke’s Single Joint Replacement Program serves patients who have had unilateral total knee replacement or unilateral total hip replacement.

The program aims to help you achieve the best possible post-operative recovery, mobility and independence. The goal is to have you return home within one week and walk independently with a single cane. Your therapy will be aided with the help of cutting-edge technology such as the CybexKinetron, treadmill, Monark, Nu-Step and Nintendo Wii. You will also receive ongoing education from each discipline throughout your treatment to help you achieve your goals.

“I was confident that I was going to get well and wanted to go to the number one rehab facility. Burke has met all

my expectations and more. I don’t know how my rehab experience could have been any better than at Burke.”

Susan Feingold-Klepper

“I came to Burke because I wanted to be strong again. I wanted the exercises and treatment program Burke offers

so I could return to normal.” Arline Cohn, Ph.D.

Of ortho patients would recommend Burke to others

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Of patients would recommend Burke physical therapists to others

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2011 Press Ganey Rehabilitation Hospital Performance Summary Report

INPATIENT PROGRAMS

SPINAL CORD INJURY REHABILITATION PROGRAM

STROKE REHABILITATION PROGRAM

The goal of Burke’s Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program is to help you achieve the highest level of independence following a spinal cord injury or disease.

We serve adolescent through elderly patients with diagnoses such as traumatic spinal cord injury, spinal cord hemorrhage and infarction, multiple sclerosis, transverse myelitis and spinal tumors. Your interdisciplinary rehabilitation team consists of you and your family or caregiver, and medical, nursing and other rehabilitation specialists who are aided by high-tech equipment such as the FESBike, Bioness, WalkAide, LiteGait and SAEBO. Through the partnership with the Burke Medical Research Institute, you may have the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge clinical trials.

Burke’s Stroke Rehabilitation Program helps you recover from the physical, visual, cognitive and psychological impairments caused by stroke and realize the highest possible level of independence and quality of life afterwards. Our expert team uses evidence-based practices and services to prevent complications, minimize impairment, increase independence with daily activities and help you achieve your full potential.

Your therapy will be aided by state-of-the-art equipment—Bioness, LiteGait, RTI FES Bike, Saebo and WalkAide. Education is a strong component of the program and is provided throughout the rehabilitation process. Additionally, opportunities may exist for you to participate in cutting-edge clinical trials at the Burke Medical Research Institute.

“The rehab and therapists here are unbelievable, both in the hospital and at the outpatient facility. When I first came here I felt hopeless. In a short time, I was able to

see the great strides someone can make in just 10 days.” Jeff Kostiw

“When I’m here, I feel like I’m among family. It really is the best place to get well.”

Joe Arlotta

Of spinal cord injury patients would recommend Burke to others

Of patients would recommend Burke occupational therapists to others

Of stroke patients would recommend Burke to others

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2011 Press Ganey Rehabilitation Hospital Performance Summary Report

HOPE THROUGH REHABILITATION AND RESEARCH

WINIFRED MASTERSON BURKE MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

The Winifred Masterson Burke Medical Research Institute has long been recognized for our innovative studies in Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, stroke and spinal cord injuries, among other neurological diseases. As one of the few rehabilitation hospitals in the nation with an associated research institute, patients admitted to Burke may have the opportunity to participate in medical research studies. We conduct basic, translational and clinical research involving stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury and other neurological conditions. For a listing of studies, visit www.burke.org/research.

BURKE OUTPATIENT DIVISION

Like the inpatient programs, Burke’s outpatient programs are individually tailored and complement your inpatient experience. Our four outpatient locations welcome former inpatients wishing to continue their progress and community members who are new to Burke needing outpatient services. We provide physical and occupational therapy; speech, language and swallowing therapy; and/or cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with physical disabilities resulting from orthopedic and sports injuries, stroke, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, cardiac disease, COPD, arthritis, amputation and other conditions.

For more information about Burke’s Outpatient Division, call (914) 597-2262.

IN ADDITION TO BEING A LEADER IN THE FIELD OF PHYSICAL REHABILITATION, BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL IS ENHANCED BY ITS WORLD-RENOWNED MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE AND HIGHLY-ESTEEMED OUTPATIENT DIVISION.

Whether our doctors, nurses and therapists are providing exemplary treatment, or our research scientists are exploring the frontiers of rehabilitation medicine, they share a central commitment to ensure that you make the fullest possible recovery from illness or injury.

LIFE AFTER BURKE: A CONTINUUM OF CAREShould you need to continue rehabilitation as an outpatient or would like to join a free Burke-sponsored support group or participate in a community program to help you adjust after hospitalization, Burke has a program for you.

Our continuum of care provides you with the opportunity to utilize Burke’s programs for as long as you choose, whether at a sub-acute care facility in Burke’s network, at one of our outpatient clinics or in an exercise program through our fitness center.

OUR INPATIENT PROGRAMS PROVIDE INTENSIVE THERAPY TO ENSURE THAT YOU MAKE THE MAXIMUM GAINS AND

RECOVERY POSSIBLE.

OUR CONTINUUM OF CARE HELPS YOU MAINTAIN YOUR PROGRESS

AFTER DISCHARGE.

Support Groups

A Burke-sponsored support group can help you feel less isolated as you make connections with others facing similar challenges.

A support group can be a valuable resource to help you manage new medical conditions or major life changes. For a list of support groups available at Burke and for more information, please visit www.burke.org/community.

The Fitness Center at Burke

The Fitness Center at Burke is designed to provide a comfortable and safe exercise environment for adults 40 and older. Based on your goals, health history and physician’s approval, a certified personal trainer will design a fitness program to meet your needs. The Fitness Center has a variety of exercise equipment as well as fitness classes such as Zumba, Yoga and Pilates. For more information, call (914) 597-2805.

A CENTURY OF CAREFOR NEARLY 100 YEARS, BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL HAS BEEN FULFILLING ITS SOLE PURPOSE: HELPING PATIENTS MAKE THE FULLEST POSSIBLE RECOVERY FROM A DISABLING ILLNESS OR INJURY.

Opened in 1915 in White Plains, New York, Burke is a 150-bed acute rehabilitation hospital and is the only provider of dedicated medical rehabilitation services in Westchester County. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for a broad range of neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiac and pulmonary conditions caused by disease or injury. Burke treats patients who have suffered a stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, amputation, joint replacement, cardiac and pulmonary disease, and neurological disorders. Burke is accredited by the Joint Commission and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities—the gold standards for hospitals in the United States.

100 YEARS

WITH THE MANY HEALTH CARE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO PATIENTS TODAY, CHOOSE THE FACILITY WITH A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE AND HIGHEST POSSIBLE OUTCOMES—BURKE REHABILITATION HOSPITAL.