Admissions Process | Berkana Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy

Read stories from people who have been through physical therapy and believe in Berkana's Mission.

Craig DeMartino

Injury: Back and Leg

“Having gone through the process of healing and working with the doctors and therapists, I cannot tell you how excited I am for climber closeup

Berkana to be opened. In 2002 I broke my back and had to have my leg amputated after a climbing accident. I was told that my new life was going to be one of pain and limited mobility and that walking again would be tough, let alone returning to climbing and the activities that I love. I felt as if the information given to me at that time really set me up to fail. If I had always followed the advice of my therapists and doctors, I would have not been able to accomplish the things I have. I believe the Berkana approach of taking each patient on a case-by-case basis and helping them to thrive both inside and out, is a huge step in the healing process. I look forward to seeing all the stories of success, hard work, and care that will come from Berkana”.

After his physical therapy, Craig is again able to participate in the sport he loves—rock climbing. And he has won several gold medals at a number of rock climbing competitions since his injury.

Read an Interview with Craig

Amy Howard

Executive Director of The Davis Phinney Foundation

"The Davis Phinney Foundation is a national Parkinson's foundation with the mission of helping people with Parkinson's to live well today. The majority of these new PD patients will not have access to the type of programs, clinicians and support that will be required to manage this chronic disease. We believe, and research is beginning to show, an important key to success in slowing disease progression will be to provide a more integrated care model for treating PD.

The mission of the Berkana Rehabilitation supports the need to shift current care by providing a focus on health and wellness and helping people more fully engage in life. An approach like this will certainly result in improved quality of life for both patients and their caregivers. We, however, also believe a more integrated model of care will result in reduced costs by potentially reducing the amount of medications, falls and inpatient treatment needs for this population. We look forward to working with Berkana to inspire, inform and support people living with Parkinson's disease today".

At Berkana we are dedicated to implementing the best patient care from the most qualified personnel. We strive to provide patients with industry leading treatments and services by hiring the most talented employees and investing in the essential technologies and tools that help them succeed. Click on the links above to learn more about our staff members.

Berkana's Mission, Vision, & Values

What is Berkana’s Mission?

Berkana Rehabilitation Institute is dedicated to optimizing the health and well being of adults with physical injuries and disabilities.

What is the Vision of Berkana?

To provide comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services that are nationally recognized for their exceptional outcomes and for the innovative and effective manner in which their services are delivered.

Our Values

Few organizations live their values in the same way as Berkana. Our commitment to living our values can be found across the continuum of care at Berkana, from the providers providing direct patient care to the administrative and support staff. Holding ourselves accountable to these values at every level is what sets Berkana apart.

Our values include:

Compassion and respect for all individuals.
Innovative and effective outpatient rehabilitative services.
Honesty and Integrity.
Environmental Stewardship.
An environment in which each patient and employee is empowered and challenged to reach their highest potential.

Our Strategic Objectives are:

Strategic Objective 1 is to provide a loving, healing, supportive, patient-family centered environment for the community we serve.

Strategic Objective 2 is to provide an environment for our employees that allows them to achieve professional excellence and to fully meet their patient’s needs.

Strategic Objective 3 is to provide an innovative model for rehabilitation that is focused on healing, health and wellness that sets the standard for rehabilitative care across the country.

Strategic Objective 4 is to provide educational opportunities that promote rehabilitation excellence.

Strategic Objective 5 is to support, conduct, and disseminate leading, original research that improves the lives of persons with physical disabilities.

Strategic Objective 6 is to promote adaptive recreation and wellness services that encourage healthy living and allows those less able-bodied individuals an outlet for safe and affordable recreational adventures.

Strategic Objective 7 is to ensure that all of our decisions are made with the public good in mind and that we apply the highest standards of excellence in all aspects of our operations.

Berkana's Difference

Berkana Rehabilitation is a local, independent outpatient rehabilitation center whose sole focus is to help the community we serve thrive.

What Makes our Staff Different?

Many rehabilitation organizations use therapy assistants and aides to carry out treatments in an effort to maximize the company’s profits. However, research has shown that outcomes are better when licensed therapists are used and when there is consistency of care by ensuring that the same therapist is treating the client each visit.

Because maximizing the potential of each individual is at the core of Berkana, rehabilitation services are provided by highly trained licensed physical therapists, and not by assistants and/or aides. In addition, clients will be scheduled with the same therapist throughout their care. This allows the therapist and client to develop a relationship of trust, individualize treatment, and to work together in achieving the best outcomes.

What’s Different About our Facility?

Unlike most outpatient facilities that are small and cramped, which in many cases limits the type of care that can be delivered, Berkana offers a 4200 square foot facility that houses state of the art equipment amidst a physical environment that promotes healing. In addition, Berkana offers an exterior therapy space with a terrain park, allowing patients to train/practice in an outside environment. The clinic’s easy access to the Spring Creek trail allows patients to engage in adaptive cycling and or walking as part of their therapy.

Berkana's Story

Berkana (pronounced berKAHna) is an independent physical rehabilitation outpatient center dedicated to optimizing the functional mobility, health and well-being of adults with physical disabilities and injuries by providing innovative, evidence-based outpatient rehabilitation services.

At Berkana Rehabilitation Institute, you'll receive:

an exceptional personalized patient experience
the most advanced treatment techniques available
the best functional outcomes in the region
an environment that ensures each individual reaches their optimal potential

Our Name and Logo

Berkana is a Celtic word meaning “the transformation of beings into their new form.”

This name is especially fitting since our first objective at Berkana is to transform the lives of each client by helping them reach their highest potential.

The three birch leaves in our logo are also rooted in Celtic symbolism. The adaptability of the birch demonstrates remarkable sustainability in harsh conditions as well as the ability to adapt and thrive in new conditions. At Berkana, we believe that the human spirit is remarkable and demonstrates the same natural attributes as the birch tree. Our purpose at Berkana is to help individuals thrive and grow despite the new challenges they face.

The selection of three leaves, graphically rooted in the rehabilitation institute, is used to represent the clinical, research and educational components of Berkana. The grouping of the three leaves together also represents community. This concept was important in the design of the logo since Berkana is being built for the community by the community.