About our inpatient rehabilitation hospital
Choosing where to receive care after a life-changing illness or injury is an important decision for you and your loved ones. At Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Birmingham, AL, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.
When you choose Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists and case managers. They will work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.
At our hospital you will receive:
- Three hours of therapy, five days per week
- 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation
- Frequent visits from a physician*
*We provide access to independent physicians.
Better rehabilitation starts here
Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you. Our specialties include but are not limited to:

Stroke rehabilitation

Neurological conditions

Spinal cord injury

Orthopedic conditions
Amenities at our hospital
Televisions
Telephones
Cafeteria
Free WiFi
Parking
Nonsmoking
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Service Animals Allowed
Interpreter Services
Spanish Translators Available
Support Groups
Volunteers
Student observation hours
Onsite Dialysis
Bariatric Rooms
Family Lounge
Day Room
Tours Available
Transportation Services
Therapy Animals

Onsite dialysis
If you or your loved one require dialysis while in our care, you can receive it in the comfort of our hospital. Our portable dialysis machine makes dialysis easy and convenient. Instead of having to transfer to another care facility to receive your dialysis, our care team can administer this life-sustaining procedure at our hospital.

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Our accreditations and certifications
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Hip Fracture Rehabilitation
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Parkinson's Disease Rehabilitation
- Amputee Rehabilitation
Refer a patient to Lakeshore
Support groups
Date: Quarterly: Wednesday, June 8, Wednesday, September 14, Wednesday, December 7
Time: 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Location: Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
Contact: Lindsey Fisher, (205) 868-2246 or Lindsey.Fisher@encompasshealth.com
Additional information: Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP.
Family Stroke Support Group (CAREGIVER)
Date: Quarterly: Wednesday, June 8, Wednesday, September 14, Wednesday, December 7
Time: 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Location: Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital
Contact: Lindsey Fisher, (205) 868-2246 or Lindsey.Fisher@encompasshealth.com
Additional information: Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP.