A stroke can change life in an instant. For David, the road to recovery began with uncertainty, frustration, and a long list of challenges—but it soon became a journey marked by determination, progress, and hope. Following a stroke in early July, David arrived at the...
Dr. Reuben Jacobson, D.O., has spent the past few weeks at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Westborough, shadowing Dr. Emilia Semenov and gaining valuable experience as a doctor in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Dr. Jacobson began his journey...
Phyllis Sylvester, along with her husband, George, visited Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital-Westborough recently to update us on the progress she has made since her physical recovery from a Pituitary Apoplexy in late 2024. She also wanted to share her story and thank...
On November 23, 2025, 41-year-old Michael Flores was preparing a sandwich for his daughter when he suddenly experienced sharp chest pain and numbness in his left arm. Recognizing that something was seriously wrong, he sought immediate medical attention. Although he...
What began as a simple mosquito bite became a life-threatening battle with West Nile virus that left Christopher Reardon unconscious for nearly two months and fighting to survive. After suddenly developing severe flu-like symptoms and being unable to keep down food or...
Brenda Schram came to Whittier to recover from an amputation. While her decision was based on Whittier’s reputation, she said that the presence of Hunter, our therapy dog in training, ‘sealed the deal’ for her. Here she shares her story. What good things did you hear...
