This article originally appeared on Business Alabama.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham Monday opened a 134-bed, $156.7 million inpatient rehabilitation pavilion.
The facility, designed by Gresham Smith and built by Hoar Construction, features three therapy gyms and more.
“Building on UAB’s six decades of excellence in rehabilitation, this innovative new facility will dramatically advance our comprehensive, inpatient care for those with life-altering injuries or conditions,” said UAB President Ray Watts, M.D. “With leading-edge technology and expertise — and the specialized, compassionate care that’s at the heart of our health system — this pavilion will bring hope and healing to patients around Alabama, our region and beyond.”
The new facility will focus on neurorehabilitation care, serving patients recovering from conditions such as stroke, brain injury and spinal cord injury.
“This hospital is more than a building — it is a promise to our patients and their families,” said Robert Brunner, M.D., medical director of UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center. “Every hallway, therapy space and outdoor area was created with hope and healing in mind. We have reimagined what rehabilitation can look like, combining the most advanced care with the warmth, dignity and support that every person deserves on their path to recovery.”
Spain Rehabilitation Center will continue to serve outpatient rehabilitation patients.
