Health Care Notes: Ascension Saint Thomas leans into rehabilitation

Ascension Saint Thomas is growing in the rehabilitation space. 

Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital is set to open at 310 21st Ave. N. on Friday. The 40-bed hospital began accepting patients recovering from debilitating injuries, surgeries, chronic medical conditions and illnesses this week. The hospital includes apartment-style units that allow patients to practice activities of daily living, as well as a gym for physical and occupational therapy and a rooftop courtyard, according to a release.