The Specialty Hospital at Rittenhouse

If you are medically stable but fragile, you may need extended medical and nursing care at The Specialty Hospital at Rittenhouse. Long-term acute care (LTACH) is appropriate for patients who are too ill to be discharged to a nursing facility, an inpatient rehabilitation hospital or their homes.

Patients admitted to The Specialty Hospital at Rittenhouse come from all walks of life, and may be experiencing a wide variety of medical conditions. It is often a stressful and confusing time, as patients look ahead on the road to recovery, unsure of the path they will need to take to regain their health.

Our continuum of care ensures that your needs are managed around-the-clock by a team of medical professionals including:

• Case managers
• Consulting physicians with a variety of specialties such as: pulmonologists, nephrologists, infectious diseases
• Dietitians
• Internal medicine physicians
• Nurses
• Nurse practitioners
• Pharmacists
• Physician assistants
• Physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech pathologists
• Respiratory therapists
• Wound care nurse specialists

We act as a bridge to other services and therapies, helping you improve strength and health as you prepare for the road ahead. At The Specialty Hospital at Rittenhouse, we are committed to helping you meet and overcome those challenges in long-term acute care.