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Welcome to Our Hospital

We know that 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 Valley of The Sun Rehabilitation Hospital, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Glendale, 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 Valley of The Sun 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 who 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.

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Better Rehabilitation Starts Here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Valley of The Sun 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:

 

 

Superior Amenities at Our Hospitals

75 Beds

Telephones

Televisions

Free WiFi

Cafeteria

Tours available

Support groups

Pet friendly

Volunteers

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We Proudly Display Our Gold Seal of Approval™

Stroke Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in stroke rehabilitation.

Brain Injury Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in brain injury rehabilitation.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Our hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Disease-Specific Care Certification in cardiac rehabilitation.

Leadership and Staff

Mark Roth CEO
MARK ROTH

Chief Executive Officer

Mark brings more than 25 years in finance and operations to Encompass Health Valley of the Sun.

Mark Roth brings more than 12 years of senior healthcare experience and more than 25 years in finance and operations to Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital. Mark is a Phoenix-area native, but most recently working at inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the Prescott and Flagstaff areas as CFO and COO and has relocated his family back to the valley. Mark received his bachelor’s degree at Arizona State University and his master’s in business administration from the University of Phoenix.

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Christopher Barnes
Christopher Barnes

Medical Director

Dr. Barnes is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Medicine and sub-specialty certified in spinal cord Injury medicine and brain injury medicine.

Dr. Barnes is board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Medicine and sub-specialty certified in spinal cord Injury medicine and brain injury medicine. Following graduation from medical school and a family practice internship, he served in the U.S. Navy as an undersea and diving medical officer for four years. He completed his PM&R residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota and then returned to his native Arizona and has practice PR&R at Valley of the Sun for more than 20 years.

Dr. Barnes is an independent private practice physician.

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Benjamin Brady
BENJAMIN BRADY

Facilities Management Director

Benjamin is a seasoned professional with a multifaceted career spanning more than eight years in the healthcare industry.

Benjamin is a seasoned professional with a multifaceted career spanning more than eight years in the healthcare industry. He has excelled in his role as a director of facilities management, showcasing his leadership abilities and dedication to optimizing healthcare environments. His expertise extends beyond healthcare with over 15 years of hands-on experience in handyman services and painting. He has honed his skills in maintaining and enhancing a wide range of properties, from rental units and residential homes to commercial real estate and medical facilities.

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Victoria De Los Santos
VICTORIA DE LOS SANTOS

Business Development Director

Victoria has been in healthcare since 1997. She joined Encompass Health Valley of the Sun in August 2023.

Victoria has been in the healthcare field since 1997. She joined Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital in August 2023. She brings her commitment to advocating for the best choices in post-acute care to the community. Her clinical background is in respiratory therapy, treating critically ill patients in Arizona and Texas in both acute and post-acute care environments. In addition to her respiratory therapy degree, she has a bachelor’s degree in business and project management. She has successfully directed clinical teams as well as sales teams throughout her career.

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Brenna Eppley
BRENNA EPPLEY, BSN, CRRN, RN

Chief Nursing Officer

Brenna began her nursing career with Encompass Health in 2013.

Brenna began her nursing career with Encompass Health in 2013. She has served in a variety of clinical roles including wound care coordinator and RN manager prior to becoming chief nursing officer of Encompass Health Valley of the Sun in January 2022. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Chamberlain College of Nursing, is a Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse, and is wound care certified.

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Danette Garcia
Danette Garcia, PHR

Human Resources Director

Danette has been a part of the Encompass Health family since 1994.

Danette has been a part of the Encompass Health family since 1994. She worked in various positions with the hospital while completing her bachelor’s degree in human resource management. She received her certification in Professional HR in 2009. The various positions she held within Encompass Health have helped as she recruits for openings and manages all aspects of employee relations. Danette's positive attitude is an effective tool whether she is interviewing potential employees or providing general orientation.

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Katy Haney
Kathryn E. Haney, CPA

Controller

Katy joined Encompass Health in April 2009. She has a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix and is a licensed CPA.

Katy joined Encompass Health in April 2009. She has a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix and is a licensed CPA. Katy has 20 years of accounting experience in various industries including non-profit, transportation and construction. She enjoys working with staff to develop operational efficiencies at Valley of the Sun. This enables the hospital to continue to provide superior patient care and see positive patient outcomes.

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Daniel Lim
DANIEL LIM, PharmD

Director of Pharmacy

Daniel Lim started with Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital in February 2022.

Daniel Lim started with Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital in February 2022. He has been a registered pharmacist since 2003. Daniel has diversified pharmacy experience which includes military hospital, sterile compounding, mail order and community pharmacy. He served as an active-duty pharmacist in the U.S. Air Force for nine and a half years and continues to serve today in the reserves. Daniel received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Chicago and Doctor of Pharmacy from Creighton University.

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Liz Ross
Liz Ross, RN, CRRN, CCM

Director of Case Management

Liz joined Encompass Health in 1996 and is a certified rehabilitation registered nurse.

Liz joined Encompass Health in 1996 and is a certified rehabilitation registered nurse. During her career she has held a variety of clinical and management positions, which have given her the experience to understand and respond to patients’ concerns, which is a key element in the continual effort to improve the rehabilitation experience for each patient.

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Megan Shearer
MEGAN SHEARER

Director of Therapy Operations

Megan Shearer joined the team at Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital in 2007.

Megan Shearer joined the team at Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital in 2007 after completion of her master’s degree in speech-language pathology at the University of Arizona. Prior to becoming director of therapy operations in 2022, Megan was the lead speech pathologist for seven years. She strived to develop autonomy, advocacy and leadership skills in SLPs, graduate students and the therapy team as a whole. She is passionate about continuing to grow her clinical skills, mentoring employees and fostering a culture of growth and development within her staff.

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Rachel Woodruff
Rachel Woodruff DQR, OTR/L MHPE

Director of Quality & Risk

Rachel received her occupational therapy degree from Boston University and began working for Encompass Health in 2004.

Rachel received her occupational therapy degree from Boston University and began working for Encompass Health in 2004. She obtained a master’s degree in health professions education from Midwestern University in Glendale, AZ in 2007. Rachel became Neuro Dynamic Therapy Certified in 2004 and has a passion for working with stroke and spinal cord injured patients. She began working with the reducing employee injury/safe patient handling program in 2013 by implementing and sustaining the program at Valley of the Sun as well as teaching at a corporate level. She has a passion for quality and evidence based care.

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