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Superior Amenities at Our Hospitals

Central West End - 96 beds
St. Peters - 40 beds

All private rooms

4 Bariatric rooms equipped with patient lifts

Activities for daily living area w/Bedroom, Kitchen and Bath

ADA approved service animals allowed

Cafeteria

Community Re-Entry programs

Day room

family lounge

Free parking

Free WiFi

Guest sleeper sofa available

Home Evaluations

Interpreter services

Nonsmoking

Onsite hemodialysis

Outdoor mobility space

Service animals allowed

Spanish translators available

Student observation hours

Support groups

Telephones

Televisions

Tours available

Transportation services

Programs and Conditions

at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, an affiliation of BJC Healthcare and Encompass Health

This hospital may not treat all conditions.  View all of the programs offered throughout our national footprint.

Therapist with patient

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.

Our Advanced Therapies

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Support Groups

Stroke Support Group

Contact: For further information call 636.928.WELL or visit BJCStCharlesCounty.org/Events.

Stroke Support Group

Contact: For further information call 636.928.WELL or visit BJCStCharlesCounty.org/Events.

Stroke Support Group

Contact: For further information call 636.928.WELL or visit BJCStCharlesCounty.org/Events.

The Amputee Coalition presents Virtual Support Group Meetings

Location: Virtual
Contact: Call 636.928.WELL

Leadership and Staff

Shivani Bass
Shivani Bass, PT, DPT, CBIS

Chief Executive Officer

Shivani joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in 2007 starting her career at TRISL as a physical therapist and has served in a variety of hospital leadership roles.

Shivani joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in 2007 starting her career at TRISL as a physical therapist and has served in a variety of hospital leadership roles. Shivani completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Delaware, graduating in 2004. She then earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Washington University in 2007.

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Michael Boeving
DR. MICHEAL BOEVING

Medical Director

Dr. Boeving started at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in July of 2022, and was appointed medical director in February 2023.

Dr. Boeving started at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in July of 2022, and was appointed medical director in February 2023. Dr. Boeving is board-certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and specializes in cancer rehabilitation, complex medical issues, multi-trauma, spasticity management and stroke rehabilitation. Dr. Boeving earned a medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and completed a physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at the Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, Florida. As the medical director of The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis, he actively participates in the daily efforts to advance the efficiency, effectiveness and quality of rehabilitation care provided. His hobbies include cycling, photography, entomology, hiking and horticulture.

Dr. Boeving is an independent private practice physician.

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Ashton Brehm
Ashton Brehm

Area Business Development Director

Ashton joined The Rehabilitation institute of St. Louis is 2017 as a rehabilitation liaison.

Ashton joined The Rehabilitation institute of St. Louis is 2017 as a rehabilitation liaison. She currently serves as the area business development director over the three St. Louis TRISL locations. Ashton has more than 15 years of experience in admissions, marketing, business development and leadership across the post-acute care continuum. Ashton earned her bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University in 2003.

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James Cole
DR. JAMES COLE

Associate Medical Director

Dr. Cole is a physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).

Dr. Cole is a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. He obtained his M.D. from the University of Missouri School of Medicine and then completed his internship at Washington University in St. Louis within the department of internal medicine. He then completed three years of specialty training in the department of physical medicine and rehabilitation at Washington University in St. Louis, where he served as chief resident. As a physiatrist, he specializes in the management of conditions that impact a patient’s function and quality of life such as musculoskeletal disorders, post-amputation management, prosthetics/orthotics, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, neuropathy, geriatric rehabilitation, cardiac/pulmonary rehabilitation, movement disorders and general debility.

Dr. Cole is an independent private practice physician.

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Jason Cross
JASON CROSS

Human Resources Director

Jason joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January 2024.

Jason joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January 2024. He currently serves as human resources director for the St. Peters location. Jason received his bachelor's degree from Lindenwood University in business administration with a concentration in human resources management and has spent the majority of his career in healthcare human resources.

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Tammiell Gates
Tammiell Gates, MSN, RN, CRRN

Chief Nursing Officer

Tammiell currently serves as chief nursing officer at the St. Peters location.

Tammiell currently serves as chief nursing officer at the St. Peters location. Tammiell has held a variety of clinical leadership roles across the patient care continuum and has been with Encompass Health since 2016. Tammiell diverse practice experience serves her well as an advocate on behalf of patients, nurses and the profession. Tammiell received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Chamberlain University. She also has her master's degree in nursing. Tammiell is also a member of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses and has achieved the title of Certified Rehabilitation Rehab Nurse (CRRN).

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Kristen Henke
KRISTEN HENKE

Case Management Director

Kristen is the case management director for The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters and West County.

Kristen is the case management director for The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Peters and West County. Kristen joined Encompass Health in 2017. Kristen completed her master's degree in social work from St. Louis University in 2011. Prior to becoming the director of case management, Kristen served as the senior case manager at the St. Peter's location.

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Chris Locher
CHRIS LOCHER

Facilities Management Director

Chris serves in his role as facilities management director at Encompass Health St. Peters and West County.

Chris has served in his role as facilities management director at Encompass Health St. Peters and West County since February 2024. He has more than 10 years’ experience in facilities management, which includes eight years in a healthcare environment. Chris graduated from Vatterott College with his associate degree of applied science - HVAC. Chris has been an active member of the Missouri Society for Healthcare Engineering (MOSHE) since 2018 and is a United States Marine Corps Veteran.

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Amanda Merigold
AMANDA MERIGOLD, PT, DPT, COMT

Director of Therapy Operations

Amanda started at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January of 2024.

Amanda started at The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January of 2024 and serves as the director of therapy operations. She completed her undergraduate studies at Maryville University, graduating in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree. Amanda then earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy in 2016, also from Maryville University. She is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in business administration with a healthcare emphasis. Prior to joining, Amanda has held a variety of leadership roles across the healthcare continuum including acute care, outpatient and critical access facilities.

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Jackie Tsikalas
JACKIE TSIKALAS

Controller

Jackie joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January 2022.

Jackie joined The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis in January 2022. She serves as the controller and is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of Missouri. Prior to joining TRISL, Jackie had more than 15 years of experience in healthcare, most recently at a large acute care health system.

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Matthew Wessel
MATT WESSEL

Doctor of Pharmacy

Matt completed his Doctor of Pharmacy at St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 2014.

Matt completed his Doctor of Pharmacy at St. Louis College of Pharmacy in 2014 and his ASHP Accreditation Standard for Postgraduate Year One (PGY1) Pharmacy Residency in 2015. During Matt’s tenure in pharmacy, he has held supervisor and leadership positions. Matt joined Encompass Health in 2018 and was named the director of pharmacy in 2022.

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