Rosa
Rosa's journey to recovery was not without its challenges.
Rosa faced a daunting challenge when she arrived at Kindred Hospital Arlington.
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Rosa faced a daunting challenge when she arrived at Kindred Hospital Arlington. Suffering from an open infected wound on her left leg, Rosa was in excruciating pain and unable to walk. Recognizing the gravity of her situation, it became clear that Rosa needed aggressive physical therapy and specialized care to restore her health and mobility. Upon admission at Kindred Hospital Tarrant County Arlington, Rosa was evaluated by her care team and a strategic care plan was crafted for Rosa’s condition. Rosa's treatment plan encompassed a comprehensive approach that included a course of antibiotics, intensive wound care, and daily rehabilitation sessions. Physicians, nurses, dietary experts, pharmacists, and case managers united their efforts to ensure Rosa received the best care possible.
Rosa's journey to recovery was not without its challenges. Along the way, doubts plagued her mind, and she wondered if she would ever regain her ability to walk properly. But she persevered, drawing strength from her family and the entire interdisciplinary team. After 36 days of relentless determination, Rosa emerged triumphant. She not only achieved all her goals but surpassed them. From initially relying on assistance for mobility, Rosa's spirit propelled her towards independence. Witnessing her incredible progress, the team felt immense joy and satisfaction in their collective efforts.
With great anticipation, Rosa was discharged and returned home, reuniting with her loving husband, daughter, and grandchildren. From the entire staff at Kindred, we wish Rosa all the success in her recovery.
Nancy
Nancy's determination and motivation to regain her independence played a crucial role in her progress.
Nancy's journey began when she started experiencing dizziness and shortness of breath, which prompted her to seek medical attention at a general hospital in Arlington.
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Nancy's journey began when she started experiencing dizziness and shortness of breath, which prompted her to seek medical attention at a general hospital in Arlington. It was there that she was diagnosed with pneumonia, which had left her severely weak. Additionally, she was found to be hyponatremic (low sodium levels) and hypotensive (low blood pressure). Once Nancy's condition was stabilized at the general hospital, she was transferred to Kindred Hospital Arlington for further medical treatment and rehabilitation.
Upon admission Nancy was evaluated by the care team and a care plan was crafted based upon Nancy’s medical condition. The healthcare team at Kindred Hospital Arlington employed various interventions to aid Nancy's recovery. She received treatment with steroids to reduce inflammation, bronchodilators to open up her airways, and mucolytics to help thin and clear mucus from her respiratory system. Nancy actively participated in her recovery process and worked closely with the physical, occupational, and speech therapist. They assisted her in regaining her mobility and addressing any swallowing difficulties she experienced.
Nancy's determination and motivation to regain her independence played a crucial role in her progress. As a result of the collaborative efforts of the healthcare team and her own hard work, Nancy made significant strides in her recovery. By the time she was ready to be discharged and return home, Nancy required minimal supplemental oxygen and could walk independently without assistance. Nancy was discharged from Kindred and returned home to her husband and loving family.
James
James embarked on a remarkable journey of recovery after facing complications from hip surgery.
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James embarked on a remarkable journey of recovery after facing complications from hip surgery. His unwavering spirit led him to Kindred Hospital Arlington, where a dedicated interdisciplinary team provided him with top-notch care and support. From the moment James arrived at Kindred, the team recognized his motivation and commitment to regaining his mobility. With expertise and compassion, they implemented a comprehensive treatment plan, focusing on wound care and aggressive antibiotic treatments to address his osteomyelitis. Additionally, they worked closely with James to enable weight bearing on his left leg, recognizing the importance of restoring his mobility.
The physical therapy (PT) team, in particular, played a vital role in James's progress. They marveled at his unwavering determination and matched his enthusiasm with their expertise. Guiding him through carefully tailored exercises and rehabilitation techniques, they helped him build strength, coordination, and balance. With each passing session, he grew stronger, his confidence soaring to new heights. Gradually, he progressed from relying heavily on assistance to taking small steps with the aid of a walker. Finally, the day of James's discharge arrived—a testament to his extraordinary resilience and the unwavering support he received. With pride, James walked up to an impressive 125 feet, accompanied by the assistance of his faithful walker. The PT team celebrated his achievements, inspired by his determination and the progress he had made.
Filled with a renewed sense of hope, James bid farewell to Kindred Hospital Arlington and embarked on the next phase of his journey. He was discharged to a rehabilitation unit, where he would continue his remarkable recovery under the care of skilled professionals. From the entire staff at Kindred, we wish him all the success.
Juan
Juan's journey from the general hospital in Dallas to Kindred Hospital Arlington was marked by a severe motor vehicle accident that resulted in respiratory failure and subsequent complications.
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Juan's journey from the general hospital in Dallas to Kindred Hospital Arlington was marked by a severe motor vehicle accident that resulted in respiratory failure and subsequent complications. However, upon arriving at Kindred Hospital Arlington, Juan was still dependent on both a ventilator and a tracheostomy tube for his breathing. Despite these challenges, Juan displayed a remarkable level of alertness and was able to communicate by mouthing words and using gestures.
The medical staff at Kindred Hospital Arlington noted Juan's strong motivation and consistently positive attitude, attributing his progress to these factors. With the collaborative efforts of the medical, respiratory, and rehabilitation interdisciplinary teams, Juan's condition steadily improved. Over time, he was successfully weaned off the ventilator, the tracheostomy tube was capped, and he regained his muscle strength and mobility.
Juan expressed immense gratitude to the entire team at Kindred Hospital Arlington for their support and assistance throughout his treatment. After being discharged from the hospital, Juan was transferred to a rehabilitation unit where he could continue his recovery. He eagerly looked forward to returning home to his wife, children, and grandchildren, with the hope of resuming a normal and fulfilling life. From the entire staff at Kindred, we wish Juan the best in his recovery.
Teresa
“Thank you Kindred Arlington!”
Teresa had to be admitted to a general hospital when she experienced diabetic
complications. When she began to receive treatment she had an acute heart
attack that caused respiratory failure and she had to be placed on a
ventilator. She remained at the facility until she was able to be taken off
the ventilator and transferred to Kindred Hospital Tarrant County –
Arlington.
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Although she no longer was dependent on mechanical respiration, Teresa still
had the breathing tube in place to help her breathe and her respiratory
therapists worked with her to strengthen her lungs. Teresa also started
working with her physical and occupational therapists to reclaim her
mobility and independence and made excellent progress. By the time Teresa
was ready to be discharged to return home she was completely independent
with all the tasks of daily life and able to walk without assistance.
“I can’t believe how far I’ve come in just 10 days!”
Teresa exclaimed just before she left Kindred. “Thank you all.”
Hang
“Thank you all very much for your care, love and your dedication.”
Hang had COVID-19 twice previously and as a result developed heart and
respiratory failure that caused her to lose her appetite and she had to be
admitted to a general hospital. Hang was placed on a ventilator and started IV
antibiotic treatments for pneumonia and began to receive dietary care due to
severe malnutrition.
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Once she had been stabilized she was transferred to Kindred Hospital to
receive respiratory therapy, ongoing dietary and medical care and
rehabilitation. At the beginning of her stay Hang was very weak and still
depended on the ventilator and her team of caregivers for all her needs.
With her husband at her side every day she steadily improved and was able to
be weaned from the ventilator. Once she had been liberated from the vent,
Hang began to work with her rehab team and started to get back her strength
and mobility. Her dietitian developed a nutritional program to assist with
her recovery and by the time she was ready to be discharged, Hang was able
to walk with a rolling walker and was well on her way to a full recovery and
looked forward to returning home with her husband and 8-year-old child.
Before she left Kindred, Hang presented her team with a handmade note of
appreciation.
“Thank you all very much for your care, love and your dedication to
Hope, Healing and Recovery,” Hang shared.
Natalie
“Everyone took such good care of me and were so supportive, thank
you!”
Natalie was transferred to Kindred Hospital Tarrant County – Arlington
after a stay at an acute care facility where she underwent several procedures
to treat complex medical issues as well as respiratory failure, which required
her to be placed on a ventilator. When she was admitted to Kindred, Natalie
had been weaned from the vent but still had the breathing tube in place and
was extremely weak, requiring maximum assistance from her caregivers.
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Her respiratory team focused on helping her improve her lung function as her
rehab team helped her regain her strength and mobility. Natalie was very
motivated to recover so she could return home and made steady progress. Once
the breathing tube was removed, her speech-language pathologist helped her
improve her verbal communication until she was able to speak normally once
again, and Natalie also received nutritional support to address previous
malnutrition issues. By the time she was ready to be discharged to complete
her journey to recovery, Natalie was able to do most of the tasks of daily
live with minimal assistance and was looking forward to going home soon.
“Everyone took such good care of me and were so supportive, thank
you!” Natalie shared before she left Kindred.
Joshua
“I am happy to be able to continue with my recovery and return home to
my family.”
Before he began to have difficulty breathing and had to be admitted to a
hospital, Joshua worked as a manager and lived at home with his wife and
children. He was found to have COVID-19 and started on medication and
high-flow oxygen. He remained at the facility until he could be transferred to
Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Arlington for respiratory therapy and
rehabilitation.
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At the beginning of his stay Joshua was not able to walk and would quickly
tire from even minimal exertion. He made rapid progress under the care of
his respiratory and rehab therapists and went from requiring high-flow
oxygen and assistance with all his needs, to once again walking and
reclaiming his independence over all the activities of daily life by the
time he was ready to be discharged.
“I am happy to be able to continue with my recovery and return home to
my family,” Joshua shared before he left Kindred.
Leonor
“I am so happy to be well and going home, thank you!”
When Leonor began to experience an acute fever, accompanied by chills and
pain, she was admitted to a general hospital and diagnosed with pneumonia,
sepsis, and enlargement of her brain that was leading to seizures. She was
started on IV antibiotic and antimicrobial therapy and then transferred to
Kindred Hospital Tarrant County – Arlington when she had been
stabilized.
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Leonor was cared for by an interdisciplinary team that worked with her to
begin her rehabilitation, monitored her medications and kidney function, and
provided wound care. At the beginning, Leonor was very weak and required
maximum levels of assistance for all her needs, but she was motivated and
eager to recover and she steadily regained her strength and mobility. Once
she had completed her IV treatments and was able to walk and take care of
the tasks of daily life, Leonor was discharged to return home to her family.
“I am so happy to be well and going home, thank you!” Leonor
shared before she left Kindred.
Sgt. Vicente
“If not for Kindred I don’t think I’d be where I am
now.”
Police Sgt. Vicente Remediz experienced a severe case of COVID-19 early in the
pandemic that led to multiple organ failure and over two months in an ICU.
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Once he was transferred to Kindred Hospital Arlington, Sgt. Remediz received
specialized care from an interdisciplinary team, including nurses,
physicians and rehabilitation therapists, that led to his complete recovery.