Kenmore Mercy Hospital's medical rehabilitation unit earns CARF reaccreditation, achieves first stroke specialty program accreditation

Catholic Health Press Release

Kenmore Mercy Hospital’s medical rehabilitation unit (MRU) has been awarded a three-year reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), recognizing the unit’s continued commitment to delivering high-quality inpatient rehabilitation services.

In addition to this reaccreditation, the MRU achieved its first-ever CARF accreditation for its stroke specialty program. With this achievement, Kenmore Mercy Hospital is the only CARF accredited stroke specialty program in Western New York, underscoring its leadership in specialized stroke rehabilitation.

“Our MRU team demonstrated to the surveyors their commitment to offering medical rehabilitation services that are measurable, accountable, and of the highest quality,” said Kevin Gibson, director of rehabilitation services for Catholic Health. “We are especially proud to be recognized for our stroke specialty program. This achievement reflects the dedication, expertise and collaboration of the entire team.”

A three-year accreditation is the highest level awarded by CARF and follows an intensive peer-review process. CARF surveyors conducted an on-site evaluation that included interviews with associates, patients and families; direct observation of care practices; documentation review; and identification of opportunities for continued growth. From there, CARF delivered its decision with Kenmore Mercy receiving a three-year accreditation.

CARF is an independent, nonprofit accrediting body whose mission is to promote quality, value, and optimal outcomes in rehabilitation through a structured accreditation process and continuous performance improvement.

To learn more about Kenmore Mercy Hospital’s Medical Rehabilitation Unit, visit https://www.chsbuffalo.org/services/medical-rehabilitation-unit/.

More about Kenmore Mercy Hospital: Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Mercy, and now part of Catholic Health, Kenmore Mercy Hospital has been serving the health care needs of Buffalo’s northern suburbs for more than 70 years. Specializing in orthopedic and spine services, the hospital campus features a dedicated knee and hip center, nationally recognized medical rehabilitation unit, and comprehensive array of subacute and outpatient rehabilitation services. Kenmore Mercy is also a New York state-designated stroke center and one of only two hospitals in WNY to receive Magnet Designation, the highest distinction for excellence and innovation in professional nursing.