Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is nationally-ranked as a Top Rehabilitation Hospital in the Country by U.S. News & World Report.

Groundbreaking clinical trials: The experts at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute are implementing groundbreaking clinical trials and research in stroke rehabilitation poised to change the way care for stroke patients.

Nationally certified for quality treatment and care: Our rehabilitation facilities are licensed by the State of New Jersey and accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and Joint Commission, meaning we’ve met rigorous quality standards in all areas of our operations and patient care. Learn more about CARF Accreditation.

New Jersey’s Most Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services: We are unique for providing the full spectrum of adult and pediatric rehabilitation services under one roof — from inpatient to outpatient care. We treat thousands of children and adults each year on an outpatient and short-term basis

We provide inpatient rehabilitation, speech therapy, occupational therapy and physical therapy year-round. Each inpatient rehabilitation hospital within our network is attached to an acute care hospital for access to emergency care, neurology, pulmonology, cardiology and other services. Our experienced social work and discharge planners work with you to ensure a safe discharge home or other community setting that would allow you to continue your recovery.

Find an Inpatient Rehabilitation Location Near You

Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
65 James Street Edison, NJ 08820
732-321-7733

Hackensack Meridian Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at Riverview Medical Center
1 Riverview Plaza Red Bank, NJ 07701
732-530-2368

Hackensack Meridian Johnson Rehabilitation Institute at Ocean University Medical Center
425 Jack Martin Boulevard Brick Township, NJ 08724
732-836-4500

St. Joe’s Health Rehabilitation Affiliated with Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
224 Hamburg Turnpike Wayne, NJ 07470
973-389-5146

We provide outpatient rehabilitation across New Jersey, as well as a variety of consulting, treatment, education and advocacy for local companies, professionals and schools.

To find an outpatient location near you, select the rehabilitation service you need.

Our patient-centered program emphasizes total body health and is tailored to meet each person’s unique needs, goals and priorities. Our inpatient rehabilitation program helps patients regain skills and abilities that were lost due to a stroke, while our outpatient programs promote greater independence at home and in the community. 

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Our program is recognized nationally and internationally as a pioneer in brain trauma evaluation and treatment. From inpatient rehabilitation, to extended recovery and outpatient rehabilitation, our experts help you restore real-life skills so you can return to a more healthy and satisfying lifestyle.

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• Early intervention: Home and community-based evaluation and intervention for infants and toddlers up to three years of age who show developmental delays or have a medical diagnosis that could cause delays. Click here to learn more about this program.
• You and Me Program: This program was developed for young children up to age 6 with an autism diagnosis and utilizes the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in its center-based program. Click here to learn more about this program.

Caitlin Smith-Norris, PT, DPT, HEAS
Caitlin is a dedicated physical therapist, specializing in scoliosis, orthopedic, neurological and vestibular conditions. Caitlin has developed a profound understanding of patients' needs and is dedicated to making a positive impact.

Christopher Caufield, PT, DPT
Christopher Caufield is a physical therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute with over 5 years of experience at Hackensack Meridian Health. He specializes in various conditions, including Parkinson's disease (using LSVT BIG), orthopedic injuries, and vestibular disorders, and uses a variety of techniques to provide personalized care.

Jennifer Lazaro, PT, DPT
Jennifer Lazaro is a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute with over 29 years of experience. She specializes in complex neurological conditions, including concussion/vestibular disorders, Parkinson's disease (using LSVT BIG and Rock Steady Boxing), phrenic nerve dysfunction, and post-stroke rehabilitation, providing individualized care tailored to each patient's needs.

Kathryn Tuazon, MS, OTR/L, CSRS, CBIS, LSVT BIG Certified
Kathryn Tuazon is an occupational therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison specializing in neurological conditions. She uses a patient-centered, holistic approach, empowering patients in their recovery. Kathryn also mentors new therapists, promoting collaborative, high-quality care.

Patricia Shanes, SLP
Patricia Stuart Shanes is a speech-language pathologist with 30 years of experience specializing in head and neck cancer rehabilitation, including laryngectomy and other complex voice, speech, and swallowing disorders. She utilizes specialized techniques, including pre-radiation therapy training and neuromuscular electrical stimulation.

Ashley LaTona, PT, DPT, CSRS, CCVR
Ashley LaTona is a physical therapy supervisor at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute with over 10 years of experience in neurological rehabilitation. She specializes in vestibular and concussion disorders, phrenic nerve dysfunction, Parkinson's disease, and post-stroke recovery, using a patient-centered approach and advanced certifications like LSVT BIG.

Jessica Tallini, PT, DPT
Jessica Tallini is a physical therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute with nearly 10 years of experience. She specializes in neurological rehabilitation and breast cancer rehabilitation, using a collaborative, patient-centered approach to create individualized treatment plans.

Brigitte “Gitte” Muehlbauer, MS OTR/L, CDRS
Brigitte Muehlbauer, an occupational therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, celebrates 20 years with HMH. She specializes in driver rehabilitation, leads the program, and conducts worksite evaluations. Brigitte is passionate about helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.

Alyson Chananie, MS, CCC-SLP
Alyson Chananie is a speech-language pathologist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute specializing in Parkinson's and neurological communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. She directs innovative programs like SPEAK OUT! and ParkinSINGS.