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Respected Geriatric Specialist Joins Skilled Nursing Facility in Springfield, Pa.
SPRINGFIELD, Pa., Sept. 28, 2021 — Springfield Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Springfield has named Raffi Megerian, MD, as its new medical director. The skilled nursing facility, which is part of Springfield Enhanced Senior Living, provides post-hospital care, short-term rehab and long-term residential care.
A geriatric medicine specialist, Dr. Megerian is affiliated with Main Line HealthCare Adult Medicine at Shannondell, as well as Lankenau Medical Center and Paoli Hospital. “Dr. Megerian brings nearly 20 years of experience in geriatrics, internal medicine and primary care, and is widely regarded for his expertise and warm manner,” said Danielle Koons, regional director of market development with Marquis Health Consulting Services, which supports the facility. “Springfield is pleased to welcome him as medical director.”
Springfield, which is undergoing a multi-million-dollar upgrade, was recently recognized as a 2021 recipient of the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), the nation’s largest association of long term and post-acute care providers. In addition, the facility is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report “Best Nursing Home 2020-’21” in the short-term rehab category.
“Springfield is consistently honored for its excellence in progressive skilled nursing care; these recognitions serve as a direct reflection of the high caliber of team here,” said Dr. Megerian. “I look forward to working together with Springfield’s talented professionals to ensure the best possible outcome for each patient.”
Located on more than six acres at 463 West Sproul Road, Springfield Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center provides specialized programming designed to meet the specific healthcare needs of the local community. Springfield Enhanced Senior Living also includes Springfield Crossings, a personal care community. Together the facilities offer 173 skilled nursing beds and personal care units.
A highly skilled and vision-driven nursing home consultant, Brick, N.J.-based Marquis currently supports Mid-Atlantic and New England facilities totaling nearly 6,000 skilled nursing and assisted living beds.
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