On Tuesday, September 29 at 5:15 – 6:30 pm, the AMRPA Educational Conference & Expo will feature  60 posters covering groundbreaking research and innovative solutions in the field of inpatient medical rehabilitation.

Our interactive format allows you to not only view cutting-edge research but also participate in live discussions, ask questions, and gain insights directly from the presenters. This is your chance to engage and connect with experts who are at the forefront of medical advancements.

Don’t miss the opportunity to network with fellow professionals and explore potential collaborations that can drive your work forward. Each poster will feature engaging visuals and compelling data, making complex information accessible and stimulating. Whether you’re looking to enhance your knowledge, spark new ideas, or simply connect with peers in the field, our interactive poster sessions are designed to foster dialogue and inspiration.

A Win‑Win Collaboration: Reducing Acute Care Length of Stay and Improving Rehabilitation Transitions for Post‑Operative Cardiac Surgery Patients
Michelle Stramella, MS, OTR/L, Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation
Mary Jean Howard, PT, MPT, Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation 

Accelerating Stroke Recovery: Impact of Early Identification and Rapid Transition to Inpatient Rehabilitation
Brandon Peer, DPT, UNC Hospitals
Brittany Straub, OT, OTR/L, UNCHealth

Acute Rehabilitation for Infants Requiring Non-invasive Ventilation and High-Flow Oxygen
Kimberly Kuchinski, MD, MPH, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Amanda Kleckner, PT, DPT, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Authors (not presenting)
Sheri Luther, MHA, RRT-PCS, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Amy Morris, RN, BSN, CRRN, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital 

Better Prepared, Better Care: Interdisciplinary Education in Traumatic Brain Injury Across the Continuum
Rachel Teranishi, UAB Medicine – Spain Rehabilitation Center
Jamie Wade, MS, SLP-CCC, MSHA, MS, LSSGB, UAB Medicine 

BOOST: Accelerating Prosthetic Gait Recovery Through Intensive Training
Carlyn Smith, PT, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Authors (not presenting)
Urvashi Chogle, PT, DPT, Spaulding Rehabilitation
Michelle Kerr, PT, Spaulding Rehabilitation
Corey Sullivan, BS, The Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University
Rachael Chiao, BS, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine
David Crandell, MD, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital 

Breaking the Authorization Barrier: A System Strategy to Reduce LOS and Support Patient Flow Through Conditional Early IRF Transfer
Denise Gilmore, CLT, PT, DPT, Froedtert Hospital 

Bridging the Gap: Supporting the Transition from Pediatric to Adult Rehabilitation Care
Whitney Rome, MD, MPH, UTHealth Houston/TIRR Memorial Hermann
Co-Author (not presenting)
Simra Javaid, DO, TIRR Memorial Hermann
Christina Fod, MD, JD, FAAP, UTHealth Houston/TIRR Memorial Hermann
Mary-Catherine, Brooks, PT, DPT, TIRR Memorial Hermann 

Building a High-Performing CARF-Accredited Spinal Cord Injury Program: Structure, Standards, and Strategies
Samantha Corkwell, Physical Therapist, Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurological Physical Therapy, AdventHealth Winter Park Inpatient Rehabilitation
Kelsey Henry, OTR/L, AdventHealth Winter Park Inpatient Rehabilitation
Anne Kramlinger, OTD, OTR/L, BCPR, CSRS, AdventHealth Winter Park Inpatient Rehabilitation
Co-Author (not presenting)
Charlotte Moukouri, BA, BBA, BSN, MBA, RN, AdventHealth Winter Park Inpatient Rehabilitation 

Building a Multidisciplinary Limb Preservation Program: Integrating Bilingual Diabetes Education, Early Detection Strategies, and Onsite Engagement Tools to Improve Patient Outcomes
Emily Rosario, PhD, Casa Colina Hospital & Centers for Healthcare 

Building an Interdisciplinary Annual Competency Model for a Hospital-Based Pediatric Rehabilitation Program
Julie Quinn, PT, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Lindie Ashman, MS, CTRS, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Co-Authors (not presenting)
Jessica Maher, PT, MSPT, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Sharon Selko, PT, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Rebecca Gorman, MS, CCC-SLP, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital
Jodi Rosenberg, PT, MPT, Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital 

Building Strong Beginnings: NICU and Rehabilitation Medicine in Partnership
Nicole Daloia, MHA, MS, CCC-SLP, The Stamford Hospital, Van Munching Rehabilitation

Capturing Complexity: Improving Comorbidity Documentation to Strengthen IRF Risk Adjustment and Quality Outcomes
Molly Burick, RHIA, CCS, Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation

Closing the Loop: Using Increased Error Reporting to Improve Staff Engagement and Patient Outcomes
Joshua Halon, MSN, RN, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Jennifer Harder, MOT, OTR/L, CPHQ, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Jennifer Meier, PT, DPT, CLT, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana 

Cooking Up Confidence: A Hands-On Interdisciplinary Diabetes Management Model Embedded in Limb Loss Rehabilitation
Alexandra Guest, PT, DPT, NCS, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Kristen Glover, PharmD, MHSA, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Bibiana Quiasua Mejia, MS, RD, LD/N, CNSC, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Christina Daft, BA, BS, CTRS, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Daniela Anica, MD, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute

Creating Connection: The Role of Recreational Therapy Groups in Supporting Wellness and Community Participation Following Limb Loss
Hanna Lydon, CTRS, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital 

Development of a Rehabilitation Outcomes Coordinator Role to Improve IRF Functional Outcomes
Sarah Herron, MHA, MOT, OTR/L, Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital
Larisa Lahey, MHA, MSW, LCSW, CPHQ, Northwestern Medicine
Marcia McKittrick, PT, MPT, MBA, LNHA, Northwestern Medicine 

Disorders of Consciousness Best Practices in a Post-Acute Setting for Pediatric and Adult Populations
Ashley Lopez, MBA, MS, CCC- SLP, BCS-S, Texas NeuroRehab Center
Ed Prettyman, PsyD, Texas NeuroRehab Center 

Does Outdoor Therapy Impact Patient Experience and Mobility CARE Scores for Inpatient Rehabilitation Patients?
Scott Bankard, MS-PT, MHA, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) 

Empowering Nurses, Reducing Harm: Utilizing Nurse-Driven Foley Removal Protocol to Decrease CAUTI and Improve Patient Experience in Inpatient Rehabilitation
Carissa Gillespie, RN, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Sydney Coleman, RN, MSN, CRRN, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation 

Family Care Conference Calls in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting: Enhancing Communication and Discharge Preparedness
Lauren Dittburner, PT, DPT, MRMC, Froedtert Hospital

From Disparity to Recovery: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Stroke Rehabilitation in the Haitian Creole Population
Arian Khoshgowari, DO, Broward Health North
Meilani Mapa, MD, CMQ, Broward Health
Tracilyn Urruela, PT, Jackson North Medical Center
Sophia Artamendi, MD, Florida International University 

From Protocol to Practice: Building a Therapist-Initiated Bowel and Bladder Program in Inpatient Rehabilitation
Samantha Rubio, MOT, OTR/L, Tampa General Rehab Hospital
Nicole Hoag, MOT, OTR/L, BCPR, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Jennifer Carotenuto, MS, MPA, CCC-SLP, CBIS, MRMC, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital 

Home-Based Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation Using a Multi-Electrode Pad Improves Upper Extremity Function in Individuals with Chronic Cervical Spinal Cord Injury: Results from a Multi-Center Clinical Validation Study
Kathleen Bartholomew, OTR/L, ANEUVO 

Immersive Technology in the IRF Setting: Evidence-Informed Rehabilitation Applications
John Costantine, PT, CLT, HCA Healthcare
Amy Neu, RN, BSN, CRRN, HCA Healthcare 

Implementing a Clinical Advancement Model to Reward Excellence, Drive Retention, and Elevate Clinical Practice in Rehabilitation
Amanda Kleckner, DPT, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Sherri Repsher, CCC-SLP, CPHQ, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Alex Palanzo, OTR/L, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Sheri Luther, MHA, RRT-NPS, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital 

Implementing a Structured Patient and Family Engagement Model to Enhance Rehabilitation Experience
Chantel Kinlocke, BSN, CRRN, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA)
Marti Christopher, PTA, PPS, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital 

Implementing an Outpatient Occupational Therapy Vivistim® Program: Screening, Protocol Execution, Outcomes, and Program Development
Anne Maattala, MOTR/L, Bryn Mawr Rehab
Colleen Rocus, PT, DPT, NCS, Bryn Mawr Rehab 

Improving Standardization of Spinal Cord Injury Bowel Programs Through EHR Optimization and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Cori Quigley, OTR/L, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Kristen Glover, PharmD, MHSA, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Abygayl Sánchez, BSN, RN, CRRN, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Co-Author (not presenting)
Dennis Killian, PharmD, PhD, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute 

Improving the Patient Experience through Leader Admission and Discharge Rounding
Alexa Taylor, OTR/L, Mary Free Bed at Beacon Memorial

Integrated and Family‑Centered Care: The Impact of MedFTs on Reducing 30‑Day Readmissions
Cindy Clements, MSW, LCSW, ECU Health Medical Center (Pitt County) 

Interdisciplinary Rehabilitation and Discharge Planning for a Pediatric Patient with Severe TBI and High Cervical Spinal Cord Injury Utilizing Phrenic Nerve Pacing
Tina Arsenault, RN, Bethany Children’s Health Center
Sara Burum, RN, Bethany Children’s Health Center 

Join the Club: Blood Pressure Management for Secondary Stroke Prevention
Jennifer Carotenuto, MPA, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIS, MRMC, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital
Johann Geheb, PT, DPT, NCS, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital

Optimizing Motor, sensory, and functional skills in Pitt-Hopkins Syndrome through OT and PT
Jennifer Martinc, OTR/L, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital
Kylie Reich, DPT, Tampa General Rehabilitation Hospital 

Optimizing Section GG Scoring Accuracy and Methodology: Using IRF-PAI Data to Inform Assessments and Outcome Measure Integrity
Brittany Sapliway, MSOT, Inova Rehabilitation Center
Allison Whetzel, PT, DEPT, NCS, Inova Rehabilitation Center
Co-Author (not presenting)
Lauren Trearchis, OTD, OTR/L, CSRS, Inova Rehabilitation Center

Overcoming Interdisciplinary Barriers to Utilization of a Nurse-Driven Foley Catheter Protocol in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Quality Improvement Initiative
Sydney Coleman, MSN, RN, CRRN, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Mitchell Renninger, MSN, RN, CRRN, NE-BC, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital 

Pass the Score, Not the Guesswork: Improving Nurse Knowledge & Stroke Handoff Communication
Lucia Petrolito, MSN, RN, CRRN, Hartford Healthcare
Lourdes Quiroz, MSN, RN, CRRN, Hartford Hospital
Co-Authors (not presenting)
Cherry Karl, PhD, RN, University of Hartford
Karen Lucas Breda, PhD, RN, University of Hartford

Peer Support Program: Development, Implementation, and Patient Perceptions of Experience
Sandra Harkins, PT, AdventHealth Inpatient Rehabilitation – Winter Park
Haley Andrews, MA, CCC-SLP, AdventHealth 

Power of Positivity: Quite Impressive Quality Indicators after Quintessential Interventions (QI! QI! QI!)
Rachel Davis, OTR/L, Froedtert Hospital 

Program Development: Creating a Stroke Peer Mentoring Program to Support Survivors and Caregivers in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting
Jessica Hooke, SLP, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute 

Rapid Functional Gains During Rehabilitation After Prolonged Immobilization in Spinal Cord Concussion: Supporting Early Mobilization Protocols
Christopher Kim, MD, MS, Temple University Hospital
Melanie Aing, MD, Temple University Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Sandeep Singh, MD, FAAPMR, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation

Reducing Fall Risk Through Nursing Led Education in Stroke Care on the Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
Amy Matteucci, MSN, RN, Mary Free Bed at Munson 

Reducing Higher Level of Care Transfers Through Proactive Interdisciplinary Rounding in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Setting
Kristen Glover, PharmD, MHSA, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Kennedy Caiola, BSN, RN, CRRN, SCRN, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute
Lina Navas, BSN, RN, CRRN, SCRN, Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute

Rehab Reimagined: Maximizing Upper Limb Recovery with Self-Directed In-Room Interventions
Caitlin Wright, OTR/L, Sheltering Arms Hospital
Co-author (not presenting)
Lindsey Holbrook, OTR/L, Sheltering Arms Institute

Relationship between Social Determinants of Health and Rehabilitative Outcomes in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)
Emily Noll, DPT, MSc, Reeves Rehabilitation – University Hospital

Risky Business: Clinical Risk Management Topics in Medical Rehabilitation
Stephen Collazo, CPHRM, MSW, TIRR Memorial Hermann

Seeing is Believing: Implementing Daily Management Systems to Improve Inpatient Rehabilitation Outcomes
Joshua Halon, MSN, RN, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Jennifer Harder, MOT, OTR/L, CPHQ, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana
Jennifer Meier, PT, DPT, CLT, Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana 

Siskin Hospital’s Clinical Stars Program: Aligning Clinical Excellence with Organizational Strategy, Mission, Vision, and Values
Kyle Binkley, PT, DPT, Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation
Co-Author (not presenting)
Amy Burba, MS, OTR/L, FACHE, MRMC, Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation 

Smart Rehabilitation: Reducing Staff Burden and Enhancing Patient Experience Through Integrated Technology
James Gardner, OTR/L, University of Utah Health
Co-Author (not presenting)
Zlata Muhamedagic, MSN, RN, CRRN, Craig H Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital

Smarter Observation: Decreasing 1:1 Utilization with an ABS-Guided Algorithm
Mitchell Renninger, MSN, CRRN, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital 

Snack Sized: Using micro-learning for QRP/GG education to increase staff retention and decrease cognitive overload
Jennifer Findlay, Mary Free Bed Grand Rapids 

Speaking Up to Prevent Harm: Psychological Safety and Event Reporting Trends in Inpatient Rehabilitation Facilities
Jennifer Molino, DPT, Atrium Health (Carolinas Rehabilitation) 

Systemwide Strides: Integrating Robotics and High-Intensity Gait Training at Ernest Health
Katlyn Bush, DPT, Ernest Health
Shane Haas, PT, MSIE, Ernest Health 

The Business of Physiatry: Building a Sustainable and Profitable Practice
Hassan Akinbiyi, MD, Essential Rehab Services

The Importance of Implementing a Denial Management Process to Increase Appeal Success Rate
Lee Johnstin, BSN, Mary Free Bed at Covenant
Charlotte Povich, PTA, Mary Free Bed at Covenant 

“The Live Tracker”: How obtaining real-time data on Patients’ Arrival to Inpatient Rehabilitation Impacts Patient and Staff Satisfaction
Jason Bove, PT, DPT, Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation
Mary Jean Howard, PT, MPT, Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation 

Time to Work Together: Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Review of Missed Therapy Minutes and Hospital Opportunities to Reduce Missed Time in Therapy
Elizabeth Dominick, PT, DPT, NCS, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Rachel Feld-Glazman, OTR/L, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Jessica Norton, PT, DPT, GCS, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Maeve Lopreiato Terezian, PhD, CPHQ, RN, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital 

Transforming Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation Nursing Orientation:  A Tiered Skills Approach
Chris Wade, BSN, RN, CRRN, NE-BC, JFK-Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Darla Harmer, MSN, RN, NE-BC, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute 

Trends and Disparities in Post-Acute Rehabilitation Access Among Patients with Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Spinal Cord Injury: A Multi-State Analysis
Abdulaziz Bako, MPH, PhD, MD, Southeast Rehab Unit
Farhaan Vahidy, MBBS, MPH, PhD, FAHA, TIRR Memorial Hermann
Elizabeth Larkin, PT, DPT, PhD(c), TIRR Memorial Hermann 

Turning Down the Noise to Turn Up Recovery: A Team‑Based Controlled Stimulation Model for Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Amy Neu, CRRN, BSN, MBA, MHA, Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) 

 Virtual Nursing as an Adjunct to Bedside Care in Inpatient Rehabilitation: A Preliminary Evaluation
Matt Nelson, DPT, Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest and Muhlenberg
Erica Kane, RN, MSN, Jefferson – Lehigh Region

Watch and Learn: Feasibility of using e-learning to provide systematic health education for patients on Inpatient SCI/Neuro Program
Siobhan McKenna, OTR/L, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Elizabeth Dominick, PT, DPT, NCS, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Co-Author (not presenting)
Gianluca Pugliese, DPT, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital
Elizabeth Rider, MHA, MOT, OTR/L, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital