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OUR PEOPLE
HEADQUARTERS TEAM
Maurice Arbelaez
Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 913-333-1116
Fax 913-257-3574
marbelaez@neurorc.com
Proud father. Loves to snow ski and paddle board.
“I am passionate and excited about the care our clients receive. I am honored to lead the extraordinary and dedicated team of caregivers and professionals that provide our clients and families with exceptional outcomes.”
- More than 30 years’ experience in the healthcare management , including responsibility for operations of multiple post-acute programs across the United States.
- Bachelors and master’s degree, Pepperdine University
Phone: 913-333-1116
Fax 913-257-3574
marbelaez@neurorc.com
Proud father. Loves to snow ski and paddle board.
“I am passionate and excited about the care our clients receive. I am honored to lead the extraordinary and dedicated team of caregivers and professionals that provide our clients and families with exceptional outcomes.”
- More than 30 years’ experience in the healthcare management , including responsibility for operations of multiple post-acute programs across the United States.
- Bachelors and master’s degree, Pepperdine University
Dante Paterson
Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 913-333-1009
Fax 913-257-3574
dante@neurorc.com
Working. Investing. Traveling.
“I wouldn’t have imagined my background in accounting/finance would lead me to a career in healthcare, but here I am, and I couldn’t be prouder of the service that NRC provides and the people we serve. I’m fortunate to love what I do, and Monday is my favorite day of the week!”
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance, University of Kansas
- Master’s degree in Accounting, University of Missouri, Kansas City
- 5 years experience in healthcare business management. Inpatient Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Imaging, and Healthcare Real Estate.
Phone: 913-333-1009
Fax 913-257-3574
dante@neurorc.com
Working. Investing. Traveling.
“I wouldn’t have imagined my background in accounting/finance would lead me to a career in healthcare, but here I am, and I couldn’t be prouder of the service that NRC provides and the people we serve. I’m fortunate to love what I do, and Monday is my favorite day of the week!”
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance, University of Kansas
- Master’s degree in Accounting, University of Missouri, Kansas City
- 5 years experience in healthcare business management. Inpatient Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Imaging, and Healthcare Real Estate.
Brian Arbelaez
Vice President of Operations
Cell: 913-284-9718
Fax: 913-257-3574
brian@neurorc.com
Family. Dogs. Skiing.
“Spending time at our facilities with patients and caregivers is the most rewarding part of my job. Our patients attitudes and outlooks are so positive and it always rubs off on me.”
- Real Estate and Sales/Marketing background.
- Founding member of Neuro RehabCare.
- Attended the University of Kansas.
Cell: 913-284-9718
Fax: 913-257-3574
brian@neurorc.com
Family. Dogs. Skiing.
“Spending time at our facilities with patients and caregivers is the most rewarding part of my job. Our patients attitudes and outlooks are so positive and it always rubs off on me.”
- Real Estate and Sales/Marketing background.
- Founding member of Neuro RehabCare.
- Attended the University of Kansas.
Jessica Nathan
Jessica Nathan
Sr. VP of Operations
Neuro RehabCare
917-843-2122
www.neurorc.com
Sr. VP of Operations
Neuro RehabCare
917-843-2122
www.neurorc.com
ON-SITE TEAMS
Jennifer Daniel
Jennifer Daniel is a Registered Nurse (RN & BSN) & Program Director of NeuroRehab Care, Kansas City, Kansas.
LeeAnne Yearling
Leeanne Yearling is a Registered Nurse & Program Director of NeuroRehab Care, Waterloo Iowa where she was born and raised. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Nursing from the University of Phoenix & has 16 years of experience in the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Her professional work history includes caring for brain & spinal cord injury patients, chronic pain management, & spasticity treatment with Botox injections & intrathecal Baclofen pumps. She is passionate about helping others in any way possible & encouraging others around her to do so as well. In her spare time Leeanne enjoys spending time with her husband Brad, daughter Bella & sons Brandon & Jacob.
Brandy Galmon
Brandy Galmon, RN
Program Director- Hammond
Super mom! Dedicated nurse! Heath and Wellness Advocate!
“Don’t make the difference! Be the difference!
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from Dillard University
15+ years of dedicated nursing leadership and management
25+ years in the healthcare industry
Well versed in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Pain Management and Case Management
Administrative Leadership Training OLI-Tulane
Graduate studies, Loyola University
Program Director- Hammond
Super mom! Dedicated nurse! Heath and Wellness Advocate!
“Don’t make the difference! Be the difference!
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Nursing from Dillard University
15+ years of dedicated nursing leadership and management
25+ years in the healthcare industry
Well versed in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Pain Management and Case Management
Administrative Leadership Training OLI-Tulane
Graduate studies, Loyola University
Evgenia Gadayeva
Mother. Culture lover. Home Chef
Throughout my career, I have treated all customers as part of my family.
25 years of experience in healthcare community programs with a focus on complex and catastrophic care cases
Certified in Homecare Management and Assisted Living Management
Certified associate professional in Human Resources
Certified Assisted Living Facility Manager State of Arizona
Throughout my career, I have treated all customers as part of my family.
25 years of experience in healthcare community programs with a focus on complex and catastrophic care cases
Certified in Homecare Management and Assisted Living Management
Certified associate professional in Human Resources
Certified Assisted Living Facility Manager State of Arizona
Brooke Jafferies
Brooke Jafferies, BA, LPN
Director of Business Development & Marketing
Neuro RehabCare
Hammond, Louisiana
Cell: 985-415-8151
Fax: 816-286-4027
Bjafferies@neurorc.com
www.neurorc.com/hammond
Soccer & Dance Mom, Animal Lover, Sports Fan
“As a Nurse, in the marketing field, I am a big Patient Advocate. I enjoy interacting with our residents, and being a part of their rehabilitation journey, from start to finish.”
Louisiana State University-Marketing
Delta College-Nursing
5 Years’ Experience in Brain & Spinal Injury Rehabilitation
Patient Advocate
Director of Business Development & Marketing
Neuro RehabCare
Hammond, Louisiana
Cell: 985-415-8151
Fax: 816-286-4027
Bjafferies@neurorc.com
www.neurorc.com/hammond
Soccer & Dance Mom, Animal Lover, Sports Fan
“As a Nurse, in the marketing field, I am a big Patient Advocate. I enjoy interacting with our residents, and being a part of their rehabilitation journey, from start to finish.”
Louisiana State University-Marketing
Delta College-Nursing
5 Years’ Experience in Brain & Spinal Injury Rehabilitation
Patient Advocate
Dr. Leif E. Leaf
Psychologist/ Neuro Psychologist - Kansas City
Tennis. Golf. Family time
“Life after a brain injury is different but it is worth living. My goal is to help our clients find a purposeful and fulfilling life that is more than just surviving a brain injury but thriving. I like to focus on the whole person, being the best they can be.”
Tennis. Golf. Family time
“Life after a brain injury is different but it is worth living. My goal is to help our clients find a purposeful and fulfilling life that is more than just surviving a brain injury but thriving. I like to focus on the whole person, being the best they can be.”
Dr. Farid Manshadi
Medical Director - Waterloo & Kansas City
Soccer fan, family man, compassionate.
“As a physiatrist, nothing is more rewarding to me than improving my patients’ quality of life.”
- Board-certified physician specialized in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation who has been practicing in this area for more than 30 years.
- Specialty in treating patients with brain and spinal cord injuries, strokes, musculoskeletal and nerve injuries including management of spasticity and performing electromyography and acupuncture.
- Medical Director of Allen Hospital’s Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.
Soccer fan, family man, compassionate.
“As a physiatrist, nothing is more rewarding to me than improving my patients’ quality of life.”
- Board-certified physician specialized in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation who has been practicing in this area for more than 30 years.
- Specialty in treating patients with brain and spinal cord injuries, strokes, musculoskeletal and nerve injuries including management of spasticity and performing electromyography and acupuncture.
- Medical Director of Allen Hospital’s Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit.
Yogi
Emotional Support Animal Director - NRC Kansas City
Walks. Beach. Bones.
“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds"
- Attended Gentle Dog Training Camp 3 Week Course (Top of His Class)
- Aspiring Mail Man
- Dedicated Lifeguard
Walks. Beach. Bones.
“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds"
- Attended Gentle Dog Training Camp 3 Week Course (Top of His Class)
- Aspiring Mail Man
- Dedicated Lifeguard
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