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Hoag Rehabilitation Services provides high-quality care using evidence-based practices and advanced technology. Our expert team offers specialized rehabilitation in neurology, orthopedics, and vestibular therapy to support patient recovery.
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Driving Assessment and Training
Hoag's Driving Rehabilitation Program promotes independence while ensuring safety when using a vehicle.
Do You Suffer From Orthopedic Issues?
Hoag physical therapists use advanced manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, and post-injury care to return individuals to their prior level of activity or sport.
Rehabilitation Services
At Hoag, our goal is to help return our patients to their highest level of functioning and optimize outcomes by integrating skilled treatment techniques with patient and caregiver education.
The rehabilitation team includes physical therapists and assistants, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists. The therapists have advanced certification or training in neurology, orthopedics, vestibular rehabilitation, geriatrics, lymphedema, pelvic floor, hand rehabilitation, voice and swallowing.
Rehabilitation Services at Hoag are available for both inpatient and outpatient settings. The highly skilled staff collaborate with the physician to develop an individualized plan of care.
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Inpatient Rehabilitation
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““The staff is so skilled and encouraging and helpful. They would challenge me. They were very motivating. They became like a second family because I spent so many hours with them.””
Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities
Hoag Health Center Irvine – Sand Canyon
- 16105 Sand Canyon Ave.
- Irvine, CA 92618
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Speech Language Pathology
Dysphagia/Swallowing Therapy
Neurological Therapy
Voice Therapy
Aftercare Classes
Occupational Therapy Services
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy for Neurologic Disorders
Orthopedics
Driving Assessment & Training
Aftercare Classes
Physical Therapy Services
Physical Therapy
Neurology
Orthopedics
Lymphedema
Balance & Vestibular
Aftercare Classes
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Hand Therapy Patient
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Outpatient Rehabilitation Locations
Hoag Health Center - Newport Beach
- 500 Superior Avenue
- Newport Beach, CA 92663
Facility Details
Our Newport Beach facility includes:
A large gym with open space for gait and transfer training
State-of-the art cardio and strength training equipment
Computerized equipment for assessment
Ceiling mounted harness system for gait training that allows patients to walk safely without assisted devices
A training kitchen and bathroom
6 private treatment rooms
Large exercise classroom
Natus NeuroCom® SMART Balance Master® for balance assessment and dynamic balance training
NuStep® recumbent cross trainer
Our Irvine facility includes:
An open gym with space for gait and transfer training
Computerized balance assessment and training
Two private treatment rooms
LiteGait® harness system that provides proper posture, reduces weight bearing, eliminates concerns for balance and facilitates training for walking and balance
Natus NeuroCom® SMART Balance Master® for balance assessment and dynamic balance training NuStep® recumbent cross trainer
Vestibular/Concussion evaluation equipment including micromedical oculography and VORTEQTM system.
FAQ
Arrive at your appointment time 15-30 minutes early with your completed health questionnaire (can be downloaded from website), Driver’s license, insurance card, and physician prescription. You will be seen for the initial evaluation. The therapist will discuss your medical history, current problems or complaints, and your goals. The therapist will perform a comprehensive evaluation and examination. A personalized treatment program will be developed based on the information determined at the time of the evaluation. During the first session you may receive some form of exercises or education to assist with your recovery.
Wear loose clothing that will allow access to the particular body part that will be treated.
By participating in nearly every major health insurance plan and network, Hoag makes it easy to afford the finest medical treatment available. Your insurance company may be affiliated with one of the plans listed on the Hoag Hospital website. If you have questions about your health insurance, please call our Insurance Information Service at 800/400-HOAG (4624) or e-mail Insurance@hoag.org .
It is each patient’s responsibility to inquire about his or her own specific insurance benefits. If you have questions regarding your coverage, please contact your employer’s benefits department or your insurance company.
Yes, the state of California requires a physician referral for treatment.
The number of visits is variable based on your diagnosis, the treatment plan established at the time of the evaluation and the therapist will establish a treatment plan based on diagnosis, severity of impairments and functional limitations.
The initial evaluation is 40-45 minutes. Subsequent visits will range from 30-45 minutes depending on your needs on that particular visit.
The Rehabilitation Services at Hoag Hospital offers individual treatments by a licensed therapist, with a master’s or doctorate in their given field. Many of our therapists have received advanced training in a variety of fields such as neurology, orthopedics, vestibular rehabilitation, hand rehabilitation, lymphedema, communication, voice, and swallowing. The therapists are in communication with the physician to develop the proper treatment plan for each patient. Hoag Rehabilitation Services offers post therapy individualized aftercare programs for patients in a supervised setting.
Please call if you need to change or cancel your appointment, as soon as possible to allow us to fill scheduled appointment time. Two consecutive “No Show” will result in termination of services.
Newport Beach- 949-764-5645
Irvine- 949-557-0630
Meet the Rehabilitation Team
Jacky Alcantara, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Michael Andersen, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Todd Bedward, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Samuel Bernier, OTD, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Susanne Carvalho, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Chiao Chang, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Leslie Craner, PT, CWS, CLT
Physical Therapist
Anthony M. Dato-on, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Krista Davalos, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Erin Donovan-Cohen PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Jonathan Faigen, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Alexandra (Alex) Fiedler, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Deirdre Gayadeen, PT, DPT, CLT
Physical Therapist
Shirine Herrera, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Mark V Glavinic, PT, DPT, NCS
Physical Therapist, Director of Rehabilitation
Mike Greenbaum, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Purnima Karia, OTR/L, CDRS
Occupational Therapist
Karen Keller, PT, CWS, CLT
Physical Therapist
Kimie Kikuchi, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
James Liu, PTA, CLT, LANA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Winnie Ma, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT
Physical Therapist
Sharece Mathews, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Emily McGinley, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Elyse Minamide, PT, DPT, NCS, CLT
Physical Therapist
Natalie Miller, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Alicia Orsini, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Abraldo (Abe) Perez, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Gene Peterson, PT
Outpatient Clinical Supervisor, Physical Therapist
Shannon Pink, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Stephanie Pugh, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Melissa Magdangal OTD, OTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
Amy Salinas, MS, OT/L, PAM
Occupational Therapist, Outpatient & Inpatient Clinical Supervisor
Christina Schmidt, OTR/L, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Mena Sedarous, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Kara Sevilla, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Gail Skoropad, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Nina Surber, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist, Vestibular Therapist
Brad Thomas, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Tracy Thomas, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist, Speech Language Pathology Supervisor
Jamie Wang, PT
Physical Therapist
Laura Wong, PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist