After suffering a severe stroke, Alan Padgett faced seemingly insurmountable challenges. When he arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, he required constant monitoring and support. He could not eat solid foods, stand or walk without assistance, use his right arm, or speak more than a word or two. However, Alan’s determination led to an inspiring recovery!
Vibra Healthcare Welcomes Derek Felder as CEO of the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills
Vibra Healthcare is pleased to welcome Derek L. Felder, MBA, MA, MSHS, FACHE, as chief executive officer of the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Edwin Fire Thunder
Edwin’s health changed rapidly when he developed a severe infection in his foot. During his emergency care, Edwin also experienced three heart attacks, making his condition even more complex. Despite treatment efforts, the infection could not be resolved, and his foot ultimately needed to be amputated. After surgery and a traditional hospital stay, Edwin came to the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills in Rapid City to continue his recovery.
Robert Reynolds
Living with Parkinson’s disease, Robert Reynolds knows what it means to work through challenges. He already needed quite a bit of help with daily activities, and when he began feeling lightheaded, falling, and fainting, it became clear that he needed additional care to help him move forward safely.
Jené Owen
When Jené began having trouble using the left side of her body, she learned the cause was a brain tumor. Jené underwent surgery and a hospital stay before being referred to the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills in Rapid City for an intensive rehabilitation program.
Lee Brown
When Lee Brown arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, he faced serious mobility and strength challenges. Weakness on his right side limited his ability to move, walk, and perform daily tasks, posing major hurdles on his road to recovery after suffering a stroke.
Kevin Deschamps
When Kevin Deschamps arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, he was facing challenges following a stroke that affected the left side of his body and his vision. He required focused, intensive therapy to regain independence with daily activities and improve his coordination.
Doyle Rose II
When Doyle Rose II arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, he faced serious medical challenges. He was dependent on a ventilator and tracheostomy to breathe, required both IV and oral antibiotics to fight infection, and had extensive wounds. At the time, he was unable to walk or even move in bed without assistance.
Tom Eichenberger
After suffering a stroke, Tom Eichenberger arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, facing significant challenges. However, Tom was determined to recover.
Madison Garvin
Madison “Madi” Garvin’s life changed dramatically when she suffered a stroke, which left her with severely limited mobility and communication abilities. She arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, where she knew a long road lay ahead, but she refused to give up.
Alan Padgett
After suffering a severe stroke, Alan Padgett faced seemingly insurmountable challenges. When he arrived at the Rehabilitation and Critical Care Hospital of the Black Hills, he required constant monitoring and support. He could not eat solid foods, stand or walk without assistance, use his right arm, or speak more than a word or two. However, Alan’s determination led to an inspiring recovery!