Extraordinary Care For Extraordinary Outcomes

Shepherd Center is where people in need of personalized rehabilitation after severe neurological injury or illness find care and compassion to begin again. We specialize in the rehabilitation for patients with the most complex spinal cord and brain injuries, traumatic stroke, and other neurological conditions.

You have a voice in where you go for rehabilitation care, and that starts with choosing a place with the best support, outcomes, and heart.

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Beyond Care

The Shepherd Center Difference

We light your path to healing, infusing care and compassion into every interaction, every innovation, and every action along your rehabilitation journey.

Here’s our promise to you.

  • Trailblazers with Heart

    World-class innovation in care, research, and technology — delivered with heart, humor, and hope.

  • Collaborative Caregivers

    Through open communication, we build trust and a partnership that lead to the best outcomes.

  • Our Patients, Our Family

    Founded by family, guided by family — where every patient is welcomed and cared for every day.

  • Outstanding Outcomes

    Unmatched care that drives exceptional outcomes in independence, self-care, and mobility.

  • Family Housing

    Rehabilitation is stronger with family support, including housing options for loved ones.

The Road To Recovery

Shepherd Center patient Cole Burton speaks about his road to recovery

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Leading the Way

Outstanding Patient Outcomes

91+%

Return to Home Rate

Patients return to their homes and communities after rehabilitation at Shepherd at a rate of more than 90%, compared to a national average of about 70%.

95.8

Out of 100 Points

95.8% of inpatients completing satisfaction surveys would recommend Shepherd Center to others in need of rehabilitation care.

93.7

Out of 100 Points

Inpatients give 93.7 out of 100 points to rate their satisfaction with their overall care.

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Top Ranked

Recognized nationally for excellence — so you can feel confident in your care.

As one of the Top Rehabilitation Hospitals in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report, our national ranking reflects exceptional outcomes, innovation, and patient‑centered care you can trust.

BEYOND SUCCESS

What Our Patients Are Saying

Jordynn Woods, 17, sustained a spinal cord injury and transferred to the Adolescent Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Program at Shepherd Center.

Her mom remembers it was a difficult time for them both. At the trauma facility, “she couldn’t move. She could shrug her shoulders, and she could say her name…” But shortly after Jordynn arrived at Shepherd, another teen stopped by to talk. “I just saw Jordynn blossom – she became the old Jordynn, laughing, having a good time hanging out. Once she was out of her shell, I came out of my shell because now I’m like, she’s going to be okay.”

After that moment, there was no stopping Jordynn and what she could achieve.

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Jordynn Woods Spinal Injury Patient

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Christion Abercrombie, age 22, survived a series of strokes and was on a ventilator when admitted to Shepherd Center.

“We arrived on a Wednesday,” his mom said. “By Friday, he was on the rehab floor, and therapists were working with him all day. That was such a turning point. It was like our prayers had been answered. The entire care team worked beyond expectations. They treated us like family. And they weren’t just working with Christion. They also helped us cope with how much our world had changed.”

Christion has since graduated from Tennessee State with a Bachelor of Science degree in interdisciplinary studies and has started his own foundation.

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Christion Abercrombie Stroke Injury Patient

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Erica Baggett was in a coma for six weeks after sustaining a traumatic brain injury when her car was hit by a semi-truck. She was transferred to Shepherd Center’s Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program.

We were told that Shepherd Center was the best, and it lived up to its reputation,” says her husband, Josh. “I credit them as much as I credit Erica. She put in the hard work, but they helped guide her every step of the way.

In October 2021, she ran a 15K (9.3 miles), finishing second place in the female category. Her next goal: 26.2 miles.

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Erica Baggett Brain Injury Patient

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