New Partnership with Rehabilitation & Fitness Associates, Inc
In the News, Our Experts, Press Releases | 08/21/26
Wilson Medical Center Announces New Partnership with Rehabilitation & Fitness Associates, Inc.
Expanding access to physical, occupational and speech therapy for patients, families and residents throughout Southeast Kansas
NEODESHA, Kan. (August 21, 2026) — Wilson Medical Center is looking ahead and taking another meaningful step toward strengthening the future of healthcare in Southeast Kansas.
Wilson Medical Center is pleased to announce a new partnership with Rehabilitation and Fitness Associates, Inc. (RFA), a respected regional rehabilitation organization with a 30-year partnership with Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center in Chanute. Through this collaboration, RFA will provide physical, occupational and speech therapy services at Wilson Medical Center for both hospital patients and community members.
The partnership represents an exciting new chapter for rehabilitation services at WMC, bringing together local access and regional expertise to strengthen the continuum of care available close to home.
“Partnership is increasingly important to the future of rural healthcare, and this is exactly the kind of collaboration that makes sense for our patients and our community,” said Adam Gall, Chief Operations Officer of Wilson Medical Center. “When organizations bring their strengths together and share their expertise, everyone benefits. We are excited about what this partnership will mean for rehabilitation at Wilson Medical Center and for the future of healthcare in our region.”
Under the new partnership, RFA will provide:
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech therapy
• Outpatient rehabilitation
• Inpatient rehabilitation
• Swing bed rehabilitation
Patients currently receiving rehabilitation services at Wilson Medical Center can expect continuity of care throughout this transition.
Outpatient rehabilitation services will remain conveniently located at the Wilson Medical Rehabilitation Center (604 Main Street, Neodesha, KS), allowing community members to access therapy close to home without having to travel outside the area for care.
“Rehabilitation is an important part of the healthcare journey,” said Aaron Liudahl, PT, Director of Rehabilitation and Fitness Associates, Inc. “Our goal is to meet people where they are, help them reach their goals and provide the support they need to return to the things that matter most. We are excited to bring our experience and passion for rehabilitation to Wilson Medical Center and become part of the Neodesha community.”
The collaboration also reflects a growing commitment throughout Southeast Kansas to strengthening rural healthcare through partnership, shared expertise and innovation.
Wilson Medical Center and Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center are already partners through Southeast Kansas Health (SEK Health), a locally directed cooperative focused on building a stronger, more sustainable healthcare model for Southeast Kansas and surrounding communities. The collaboration between WMC, Neosho Memorial and RFA is a natural extension of that philosophy: strong local healthcare, strengthened by strong regional relationships.
“We are excited about this next chapter and, most importantly, what it means for the patients and families who count on us,” said Doug Stacy, Chief Executive Officer of Wilson Medical Center.
Individuals interested in physical, occupational or speech therapy are encouraged to contact Wilson Medical Center for more information or to learn whether rehabilitation services may be appropriate for their needs.
About Wilson Medical Center
Wilson Medical Center is a trusted Critical Access Hospital serving the Southeast Kansas region since 1913. With a dedicated team of physicians and healthcare professionals, WMC provides 24/7 emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, advanced diagnostics and imaging, surgical care, primary care and comprehensive rehabilitation therapy. The hospital also offers specialized services including swing bed rehabilitation, a specialty clinic, and hyperbaric and wound care, providing patients with high-quality, compassionate care close to home. Committed to promoting, improving and restoring health, Wilson Medical Center continues to expand its services and partnerships to meet the evolving healthcare needs of Southeast Kansans. Learn more at www.wilsonmedical.org.
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