Mr. Lewis: Subacute Therapy Helps Him Home

Mr. Lewis came to Kindred Hospital Las Vegas Flamingo’s Subacute Unit after surgery for a total hip arthroplasty (THA) on his right hip. While his condition was stable and otherwise healthy, Mr. Lewis was not able to return home directly and was admitted to Kindred Hospital for additional inpatient therapy. 

Upon arrival July 5, Mr. Lewis began a course of physical and occupational therapy in the Subacute Unit. After only three days, his strength, transfers, and ambulation were so improved that he was able to be discharged home with his wife.

Stories like Mr. Lewis’ illustrate Kindred Hospital Flamingo Subacute Unit’s dedication to developing an orthopedic center of excellence, specializing therapy and nursing care to post-surgical patients.

Kindred Hospital Las Vegas Flamingo’s Subacute Unit offers subacute care for patients who require comprehensive, interdisciplinary inpatient rehabilitation prior to discharge home or to an alternative facility. Additional services available include wound care, IV therapy management, daily suctioning, respiratory care, tube feeding, management of an array of clinically complex care, including pneumonia, diabetes, and chemotherapy.