| Kevin R. Conn | |
| Chief Executive Officer/Vice President | |
| Kevin has served as the hospital’s chief executive officer since 1996. He has more than 20 years of executive experience in acute rehabilitation hospitals. Kevin holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Kansas University and a master’s degree in health administration from the Washington University School of Medicine. Kevin is currently serving as president of the Florida Hospital Association’s “Society of Rehabilitation.” Kevin’s vision is for the hospital to be “The Premier Provider of Rehabilitation in South Florida.” |
| Scott D. Tannenbaum, MD, PM&R | |
| Medical Director | |
| Dr. Tannenbaum has served as the hospital’s medical director since 1995. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and a fellow of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He maintains a private practice within the hospital and is an attending physician at HealthSouth Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital. He holds an undergraduate degree in biology from Brandeis University and graduated from the University of Miami School of Medicine. |
| Omaira Diaz Riano, RN, MSN | |
| Chief Nursing Officer | |
Omaira brings more than 26 years of health care experience to HealthSouth Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital. She graduated from Barry College with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and received a master’s degree in nursing administration from the same university. Excelling in her role, she uses her knowledge, training and competency to provide a quality, patient-family centered care environment. Omaira has a comprehensive background in all aspects of customer service, recruitment and retention, regulatory compliance and hospital operations.
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| Yolanda Helfrich | |
| Director of Outpatient Services | |
Director of outpatient services since 1996, Yolanda manages outpatient therapy, pain management and home health services. She graduated from New York University in 1984 as a physical therapist and has practiced therapy in multiple settings including inpatient rehabilitation, home health and outpatient rehabilitation. She also has taught at Barry University and University of Miami physical therapy departments.
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| Cheryl Miller | |
| Director of Therapy Operations/ National Director of Therapy Operations | |
| Cheryl is a licensed occupational therapist, practicing in the state of Florida since 1984. A graduate of Florida International University, Cheryl is also certified in neuro-developmental treatment and sensory integration. She has worked at HealthSouth Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital since 1985 and has performed as adjunct professor at Florida International, Nova Southeastern and Barry Universities. Her specialties include the treatment of brain injury, inhibitory casting and splinting, technologies in rehabilitation and NDT. |
| Joyce Ayala | |
| Director of Marketing Operations | |
| Joyce, an experienced marketing professional, has operated marketing departments in a variety of settings, including acute rehabilitation, acute care, pediatrics, women’s health and rehabilitation. Joyce graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in social work. |
| Ruth Goodstein | |
| Controller | |
Ruth brings more than 16 years of healthcare financial management experience to HealthSouth Sunrise Rehabilitation Hospital. She graduated from Florida International University with a master’s degree in health services administration and from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in business administration and finance.
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| Marcus Braz | |
| Marcus joined HealthSouth Sunrise in 2009. Prior to joining HealthSouth, he served for 14 years in several leadership roles at St. Lucie Hospital in central Florida. Marcus received a bachelor’s degree in biology at Stonehill College in Massachusetts, a master’s degree at Arcadia University and a doctorate in physical therapy from Temple University. |
| Andrea Bloomfield | |
| Director of Quality Management | |
She holds the designation of certified rehabilitation registered nurse and is a diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review with a national certification in health care quality and management. Additionally, she is a licensed health care risk manager in the state of Florida. Her background in nursing is diversified, with experience in the fields of physician practice management, transplantation, health insurance and utilization managemen
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| Barbara Dunkiel | |
| Director of Human Resources | |
Director of human resources since 1999, Barbara has more than 17 years of human resources experience. She is a certified county court mediator and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Brooklyn College.
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| Pascale Auguste, BSN | |
| Director of Home Health | |
| Pascale has more than 20 years of experience as a nurse in a supervisory capacity, specifically in Home Health. Prior to joining HealthSouth, Pascale was the Project Coordinator for the Haitian American Association Against Cancer, Inc., where she was responsible for identifying grants and funding opportunities, as well as hiring staff and contractors. She also served as Administrator for Genesis Home Health, where she oversaw all aspects of operations including quality improvement, clinical services, compliance, human resources, staff development and marketing. She holds a BSN from Pace University in New York and is fluent in French, Creole and has a working knowledge of Spanish. |
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