(NASHVILLE) A rooftop cutting green is just one feature of a special Ascension 66,000 square foot, 40-bed rehabilitation hospital that opened on the Mid-Town campus at 310 21st Avenue North.

The private room only facility focuses on acute inpatient rehabilitation for patients who suffer from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, complex neurological disorders, orthopedic conditions, multiple trauma, amputation and other injuries or disorders.

Features of the new Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital include:

• 40 generously-sized, private patient rooms.
• A transitional living apartment – designed to simulate a residential apartment – that provides patients the opportunity to practice daily activities, such as cooking, in order to prepare to return to independent living. Patients transitioning back to home may also stay overnight to practice returning skills in a supported environment. 
• A secure unit dedicated to the care of patients recovering from neurological conditions such as stroke and traumatic brain injury. The unit features a separate therapy gym for these patients.
• A dining room and kitchen.
• A gym for physical and occupational therapy featuring a ceiling-mounted body weight support harness system that helps patients re-learn balance and walking skills while rebuilding their strength. 
• A rooftop courtyard with recreational and activity spaces so patients can experience nature and practice walking on steps and different surfaces. 

“We are thrilled to partner with Ascension Saint Thomas and open this specialty hospital in the heart of Nashville to expand access to high-quality, acute rehabilitative care,” said Russ Bailey, president, Kindred Rehabilitation Services.

“As Middle Tennessee ages, the need for inpatient rehabilitation services increases. This hospital will help meet that demand, and by assisting patients along their recovery journeys, it will advance our mission of making communities healthier.”