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CNS rehabilitation: resources, support, and processes

Company Facts

Founder and Executive Chairman of the Board:

President and Chief Executive Officer:

David Harrington, MBA, OTR/L, CBIST

Founded:

1980 by Dr Mark J. Ashley

Employees:

900+ employees in the United States

Populations Served:

Those seeking postacute inpatient and outpatient treatment from traumatic brain injury due to trauma, stroke, work, or sports injury. Programs: residential inpatient care, day treatment, continued care, and telerehabilitation

Members of the Press

We appreciate your interest in Centre for Neuro Skills (CNS). Our legacy of service in treating patients with traumatic brain injury is renowned in the field of rehabilitation. Founded by Dr. Mark J. Ashley in 1980, CNS offers hope, compassion, and recovery for patients and their families through patient-centered care. Every patient is treated with dignity and respect as we help them achieve the maximum possible quality of life through intensive, postacute, community-based brain injury rehabilitation. Our 7 clinics serve a broad array of postacute patients recovering from acquired and traumatic brain injuries.

Please contact Sean Dowdall, President of Landis Communications Inc., at 415.286.7121 or by email at cns@landispr.com to schedule interviews or to identify one of our professionals who can speak to you about brain injury trauma and the programs we offer.

All members of the press are asked to observe state laws regarding patient privacy, as well as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. For reference, please see the Guide to Release of Patient Information to the Media published by the California Hospital Association. Members of the press may reference the guide for recommended use of patient information in California. Media seeking patient health information in other states must comply with the laws of those states.

Meet Our Media Spokespeople

With decades of clinical and patient care expertise, CNS media representatives are adept communicators for broadcast, print, and digital storytelling. Each is a working professional at CNS and has completed media training. Each offers a depth of understanding of brain injury, stroke, and neurorehabilitation. To arrange an interview, please contact Sean Dowdall, Landis Communications Inc. at 415.286.7121.

Mark J. Ashley ScD, CCC-SLP, CCM, CBIST

Founder and Executive Chairman of the Board

Dr Ashley is renowned for his 40 years of developing clinical therapies that help patients regain vital skills and independence. His published research spans neurological injury to best practices in treatment.

David Harrington, MBA, OTR/L, CBIST

President and Chief Executive Officer

David has extensive knowledge of brain injury, concussion, stroke, and the risks posed by COVID-19 on those with neurological disorders. A seasoned business professor, he is renowned for his media skills and engagement with clients.

Matthew J. Ashley, MD, JD

Chief Medical Officer

Dr Ashley specializes in the treatment of neurological injury and disease (traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy, and encephalitis). His work with patients has been crucial to their return to meaningful lives post injury.

Gary Seale PhD, LPA, LCDC

Regional Director of Clinical Services

In his 30 years as a clinician, lecturer, and researcher, Dr Seale’s expertise spans brain injury rehabilitation, stroke research, and documenting the power of positive emotion following neurological injury.

Omesh Singh, DO FACOI

Associate Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Singh is a highly respected primary care physician in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex specializing in internal medicine, stroke treatment and prevention, and comorbidities that can complicate brain injury rehabilitation.

Stefanie Howell, MD, PhD

Senior Neuroscientist and Director of Research Integration

Dr. Howell is an experienced neuroscientist who specializes in brain injury rehabilitation, neurogenerative disease, and clinical research. She focuses on designing and integrating clinical research to maximize patient outcomes.

Chris Persel, MA, CCM, CBIS, CPHM

Regional Director of Clinical Services and Director of Behavioral Programming

With over 40 years of brain injury rehabilitation experience, Chris Persel has designed and implemented functional skill and behavior change programs to help patients regain independence. He presents at numerous conferences and his published work provides foundational concepts for applied behavior analysis.

Nick Ashley

Chief Governance Officer

Nick Ashley is a highly regarded lawyer with extensive expertise in traumatic brain injury and its long-term effects. He strives to increase access to rehabilitation through legislative change and advocating for patients.

Patient Stories

Rehabilitation at CNS transforms lives, guiding patients from the devastation of injury to moments of triumph like taking their first step, speaking their first word, or regaining independence in daily tasks. These patient stories highlight challenges overcome, the expertise of our team, and the hope found at CNS.

Explore our patient case studies for inspiring story ideas and a deeper look at the recovery journey.

CNS Videos

Founded on the belief that most patients can recover with the right rehabilitation, CNS showcases its philosophy through videos that highlight its clinical approach, patient success stories, and the dedication of its staff, including insights from founder Dr. Mark Ashley.

CNS News

Centre for Neuro Skills leads the way in postacute brain injury rehabilitation, combining innovative patient care with groundbreaking research that educates the public and inspires clinicians. Explore stories, accomplishments, and insights in our News hub, highlighting CNS’s impact on the community and the field of neurorehabilitation.

Research

The research team at CNS conducts original studies and collaborates with leading institutions to advance the understanding and treatment of brain injury. By integrating research into clinical practice, CNS enhances patient care, supports best practices, and contributes to the growing field of neurorehabilitation.

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