Stroke Rehabilitation
The JRI Stroke Center
The Stroke Rehabilitation program utilizes a patient-centered, coordinated team approach throughout the stroke survivor’s journey of recovery. Our programs are tailored to meet each individual’s needs. We are unique in that we provide the full spectrum of rehabilitation services within one healthcare system. Our inpatient rehabilitation program is designed to help patients regain skills and abilities that were lost because of a stroke. Our outpatient programs promote greater independence at home and in the community. With an emphasis on total body health, our expert team of stroke specialists will engage you and your family to optimize your well-being and improve your quality of life.
Stroke Recovery Program
Our Stroke Recovery Program is patient-centered care, specially designed with you in mind. We are sensitive to the many questions and concerns that arise during your recovery. The entire team understands that many stroke survivors and their families benefit from caring rehabilitation professionals who collaborate to ensure that you receive the individualized treatment to help you recover. Our goal is to help you achieve maximum recovery, reduce your risk of having another stroke and live the best and most fulfilling life that you can.
There is life after stroke… and we can help you get there.
Comprehensive Stroke Care
- Expert teams of physicians and clinicians with brain injury/stroke certification
- Extensive experience managing complications associated with stroke
- Successful treatment of countless stroke survivors
- An emphasis on treating the “whole person”
- Individualized treatment programs meant to empower survivors and engage families
- Multiple survivor and caregiver support groups that encourage community involvement
- State-of-the-art facilities with cutting-edge technology
- Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)- accredited inpatient stroke specialty program
We promote survivor self-advocacy and independence so that you can reclaim your best “you”!
The Multidisciplinary JRI Stroke Team
Around the outside of the image will be the following clinical disciplines:
- Rehab Medicine Physician
- Registered Nurse
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Speech Language Pathologist
- Neuropsychologist
- Rehab Psychologist
- Case Manager
- Social Worker
- Dietician
- Recreational Therapist
- Audiologist
- Certified Driving Specialist
- Vocational Rehab Specialist
Inpatient Stroke Services
Physicians
- Sara Cuccurullo, MD
- Iqbal Jafri, MD
- Brian D. Greenwald, MD
- Richard J. Malone, DO
- Christine Greiss, DO
- Lei Lin, M.D. PhD
- Krishna Urs, MD
- Harish K. Bhatt, MD
- Norman M. Batra, MD
Outpatient Services
Physicians
- Talya K. Fleming, MD
- Christine Greiss, DO
- Leslie Bagay, MD
- Jaclyn Joki, MD
- Ofure Luke, MD
Specialized Stroke Services
- Stroke Recovery Program
- Physical and Occupational Therapy
- Speech and Swallowing Program
- Spasticity Clinic
- Orthotics Team
- Balance and Vestibular Training
- Pain Management
- Neurodiagnostic Testing
- Wheelchair Clinic
- Advanced Mobility Technology
- Alternative Communication Devices
- Adaptive Equipment Prescription and Assistive Technology
- Medical Acupuncture
- Audiology and Hearing Aid Assessment
- Health and Fitness Center
FAQ’s
What is a Stroke?
Also known as a “brain attack”, a stroke is a disruption of the circulation going to the brain tissue.
The most common form of stroke is called an ischemic stroke, where there is a lack of blood flow to the brain. This accounts for the majority of all strokes and is usually caused by one of the following:
- Blood clot formed within in the blood vessels of the head or neck – thrombosis
- Blood clot formed in another part of the body that travels to the brain – embolism
- Severe narrowing of the blood vessels in the brain – stenosis
Another form of stroke is called a hemorrhagic stroke where there is bleeding into the brain tissue itself.
A third form is called a subarachnoid hemorrhage, in which there is bleeding between your brain and the surrounding connective tissue.
Q. What are the warning signs of Stroke?
Act F-A-S-T is a simple but effective way to remember the most common warning signs of stroke.
- F – Face Drooping – Ask the person to smile, does one side of the face droop or feel numb?
- A – Arm Weakness – Ask the person to raise their arm (or leg), is one side weak or numb?
- S – Speech Difficulty – Is the person’s speech slurred, or are they having trouble finding words?
- T – Time to call 9-1-1 – Even if the symptoms seem to go away, call 911.
What do I do if a Stroke happens?
A stroke is a medical emergency – TIME IS BRAIN. If you think you or a loved one may be having a stroke, call 911. Also, remember the time that symptoms started, as certain medical treatments are available within a certain time frame.
Testimonials
“I must write to thank you for your wonderful staff in Rehab. Without their caring and great attitudes, I would not be where I am at getting myself whole again. I have seen them and this Rehab program so some wonderful improvements for the folks who are lucky, like me, enough to come to JFK Rehab and be associated with your staff. THANK YOU ALL and God bless!”
“My Mom was the first person I ever knew who had a stroke. I had no idea how devastating a stroke could be to a person and their family. She had severe aphasia. This was so difficult for us as she was a very lively and talkative woman. From the very beginning at JFK the staff was caring and competent and provided us with such support. My Mom went to inpatient rehab and to the outpatient Stroke Recovery Program. There are no words to express the gratitude we feel toward your skilled, professional staff. They demonstrated such empathy and could provide solutions to all of our concerns. I’m not sure where we would be if it wasn’t for your institute. Our deepest gratitude to all of you!”
“When my son had his stroke we were told he may not survive, and at the very least may not ever regain function. We put our faith in God and in the individuals who provided him care at JFK Johnson Rehab Institute. Through his recovery we watched him resume a regular diet and thin liquids, despite early swallowing problems. His speech became so much clearer! He went from being completely immobile to sitting and standing. He needs a brace and a cane, but is up on his feet taking steps! He has become more independent with dressing and bathing himself and from all of this he is a motivated young man with a future. Thank you does not seem enough to express how pleased we are with each and every one of you who provided him with the treatment he needed to improve.”