Trusted partners on your road to recovery
MaineHealth Neurosurgery and Spine Scarborough provides high-quality neuro-rehabilitation care to patients of all ages. Our multi-disciplinary, patient-centered program focuses on personalized treatment plans that maximize each patient’s independence and quality of life. From early inpatient interventions to post-discharge rehabilitation services, we will work with you to:
- Regain movement, strength and endurance
- Increase independence with activities of daily living
- Train and educate caregivers, if needed
Early inpatient interventions
Early intervention is essential to achieving the best possible results for neurology patients. Research has shown that long-term outcomes improve when neuro-rehabilitation therapy begins as soon as possible. That’s why we are home to the largest team of inpatient physical, occupational and speech therapists in the state - including certified stroke and brain injury specialists.
Consultation and treatment begins within 24 hours of hospital admission - even if you are still sedated in our intensive care unit - to prevent contractures and to optimize joint and muscle functions. When you are ready to leave the hospital, you will be in the best possible position to begin the next step in your recovery. Your rehab care team will develop a personalized treatment plan for your ongoing neuro-rehabilitation. Depending on your condition, you may be referred on to a:
- Acute inpatient rehabilitation center
- Skilled nursing facility
- Home health agency
- Outpatient rehabilitation clinic
Our physicians are board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation. We deliver exceptional care based on the latest clinical guidelines and medical technology - working closely with your primary care physician, therapists and other specialty physicians. The goal is to help you recover as soon as possible, with the best possible health outcomes.
More about our services
- Specialized rehabilitative services for patients with neurological injuries and disorders
- Early rehabilitation intervention during hospitalization to optimize long-term outcomes
- Patient care coordination with New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland (NERHP), Maine's only freestanding, acute rehabilitation hospital
- Patient access to the latest diagnostic and therapeutic technology at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center and NERHP
- Close collaboration with referring physicians who are considered an integral part of the care team
- Consistently excellent patient health outcomes that surpass regional and national standards
- Dedicated, patient and family liaisons who provide expert, personalized and compassionate support throughout the continuum of care
- In-house spinal bracing program for patients who require stabilization
Our multidisciplinary team of physiatrists, physical/occupational therapists and speech language pathologists provides rehabilitative care for neurological conditions such as:
- Amputation/limb loss
- Brain tumors
- Cerebral palsy
- Movement disorders
- Multiple sclerosis
- Neck and back pain
- Other neurologic and muscular conditions
- Parkinson's disease
- Spasticity
- Spine disorders
- Stroke
- Traumatic brain injury
- Traumatic spinal cord injury
Our rehabilitation medicine team offers a wide range of services such as:
- Comprehensive evaluation of your medical history and functional difficulties
- Personalized care plans that improve recovery time, physical function and quality of life
- Ongoing evaluation of progress and treatment plan adjustments as needed
- Medication management
Depending on your condition, our neuro-rehab care team may recommend a skilled nursing facility (SNF) for the next step of your care. At a SNF you will receive medical care as well as neuro-rehabilitation services specific to your unique needs.
If you have made good progress during your inpatient stay, you may be discharged with a plan for ongoing care at by a home health agency such as MaineHealth Health Care at Home. You will receive in-home therapy services specific to your rehab needs.
If you are able to drive or have transportation support, we may recommend outpatient therapy services instead. In either case, your care will be managed by a physician who develops a personalized treatment plan and monitors your progress.
Become a patient
A provider referral is required. Please talk to your primary care physician about a referral to MaineHealth Neurosurgery and Spine Scarborough for yourself or a loved one.
Refer a patient
Providers, please view our referral guidelines and call 207-885-0011 to make a patient referral. MaineHealth providers may refer through EPIC:
- Rehabilitation Medicine: AMB REF 1106
- Spine and Wheelchair Clinic: AMB REF 4015
