Recognized for 19 years as one of the country's best rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, The Institute of Rehabilitation and Research (TIRR) Memorial Hermann is one of the few hospitals in the country designated as a Model System for both brain injury and spinal cord injury. With an interdisciplinary team comprising leading physicians, nurses, and therapists, TIRR uses the most cutting-edge medical and technological advances to help patients return to independence and function and improve their quality of life. TIRR also participates in a significant amount of research regarding both brain and spinal cord injury, and is a teaching hospital for both Baylor College of Medicine and The University of Texas Medical School at Houston. TIRR is also very committed about educating patients, families, caregivers, other health professionals, and the outside community about recovery from brain and spinal cord injury. TIRR Memorial Hermann is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation is the main campus for the Baylor Rehabilitation System, a network of hospitals located throughout the Dallas metro area. Named 12 times as one of the country's best rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, Baylor has specialized rehabilitation teams for brain and spinal cord injured patients. The Traumatic Brain Injury Program has been designated a Model System by NIDRR, and is a cooperative effort between Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation, Baylor University Medical Center, and the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. This program also allows patients to enroll in research which may improve the future outcomes of people who have sustained traumatic brain injury. The Spinal Cord Injury Program provides an interdisciplinary team including board-certified physiatrists, nurses, licensed physical and occupational therapists, recreation therapists, social workers, psychologists, and care coordinators. Services include spinal cord education classes, counseling on sexuality, day and evening outings, patient and family member education, peer support groups, aquatic therapy, adaptive driving, and help with assistive devices. Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), as well as the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
Sierra Providence Physical Rehabilitation Hospital provides comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation to patients who have suffered from brain and spinal cord injury. With the goal of helping each and every patient return to maximum independence, each individualized program includes diagnostic testing, case evaluation, progress evaluations, advanced technology, and education and training for both patients and family members. The center provides rehabilitation for people of all ages - from childhood through adult - and all levels and stages of injury. Bilingual services are available. For patients who are ready to go home but still need therapy, the Lomaland Center provides outpatient services. Sierra Providence Physical Rehabilitation Hospital is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).
HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center is an inpatient facility that offers a network of physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech/language pathologists, psychologists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals for both brain and spinal cord injury patients. Those who have suffered from stroke have access to specially trained staff at HealthSouth' s Stroke Rehabilitation Center of Excellence. HealthSouth hospitals that receive this designation have exceeded benchmarks in clinical programming and patient outcomes for the treatment of stroke. HealthSouth is also known for using some of the most advanced rehabilitation technology for both brain and spinal cord injury patients. There are several HealthSouth rehabilitation facilities located throughout Texas. Brain Injury programs are located in Austin, Beaumont, Fort Worth, and Midland. Spinal Cord Injury programs are located in Austin, Beaumont, Conroe, and Fort Worth. To find additional information on the above HealthSouth facilities in Texas, log on to HealthSouth' s website and use their "facility locator" under the "where we are" tab. Certification and accreditation may vary according to location. Please check with the hospital administrator to determine exact certifications.