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Jeff and Physical Therapist

Jeff¡¯s Journey of Healing & Hope After a Rare Diagnosis

When Jeff became paralyzed by Guillain-Barr¨¦ Syndrome (GBS), your generous support helped him recover mobility, independence and hope.

Patient Story

New Class Graduates from Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ-Funded CNA Training Program at Oak Point University

New Class Graduates from Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ-Funded CNA Training Program at Oak Point University

On Friday, July 14, the new class of graduates from Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ¡¯s Oak Point University CNA Career Accelerator Program received their certificates in a ceremony attended by colleagues, family and distinguished guests.

News

Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ Ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for 33rd Consecutive Year

Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ Ranked No. 1 by U.S. News & World Report for 33rd Consecutive Year

Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ again has been recognized as the national leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation, topping the U.S. News & World Report list for the 33rd consecutive year. It remains the only hospital of any kind to hold this distinction.

Press Release

Steph with his service dog, Noel

Steph Returns to College after Spinal Cord Injury with Service Dog at His Side

After experiencing a spinal cord injuy, Steph returns to college with the help of his service dog.

Patient Story

Katharine McPhee

Katharine McPhee Sings with Pediatric Patients during Visit to Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ

Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ recently welcomed chart-topping artist Katharine McPhee for a tour of the rehabilitation hospital ¡ª and, during her visit, she treated the hospital¡¯s pediatric patients to a few of her favorite songs.

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Junior wheelchair softball player pitching ball

Junior Competitive Sports Program

Competitive Junior Sports is ideal for youth seeking to develop their sports skills in wheelchair basketball, track and field, and wheelchair softball.

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Quality of Life Programs

About Our Quality of Life Programs

At Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ, we care for patients¡¯ medical needs and help them return to full lives. To meet this goal, we offer a number of programs designed to enhance their quality of life.

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Jess Smit

A Day in the Life: Jessica Smit, Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

In recognition of Limb Loss Awareness Month this April, follow a day in the life of Jessica Smit, one of our certified prosthetist orthotists (CPOs). She shares insight into her busy day as a CPO ¡ª from fitting patients for prosthetic limbs to making adjustments for comfort and seeing some take their first steps with a prosthetic leg.

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Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ Opens Doors

Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ, First-Ever ¡°Translational¡± Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ Hospital, Opens Doors

Today, RIC will officially become known as the Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ as it opens the doors to its cutting-edge research hospital of the same name.

Press Release

Recreation therapists and sports coordinators

Celebrating Recreation Therapy Month at Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ

Recreation therapists and sports coordinators at Shirley Ryan Ðǿմ«Ã½ÊÓÆµ are part of the Therapeutic Recreation (T-Rec) team, who use physical activity-based interventions to address the health, well-being, and physical and psychological needs of patients. In the process, they promote individuals¡¯ functioning and independence in life activities.

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