Burke Rehabilitation&reg;, in collaboration with the Brain Injury Association of New York State, hosted the 2026 Brain Injury Symposium, an event dedicated to advancing brain injury awareness, care, and recovery. Attendees gained valuable insights into emotional and cognitive sides of recovery, as well as cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques, and strategies for fostering mental health and community reintegration. The symposium reflected a shared commitment to improving outcomes and quality of life for individuals affected by brain injuries.
To learn more about the event, please visit: <a href="https://bianys.org/2026bis/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bianys.org/2026bis/</a>

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BURKE REHABILITATION WELCOMES THREE NEW BOARD MEMBERS
Distinguished leaders Lisa Feiner, Jason Perla, and Michael J. Smith, join the Burke Board of Trustees
White Plains, NY
(March 18, 2026) &ndash; <a href="https://www.burke.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Burke Rehabilitation</a>&reg;, a leading provider of advanced physical and medical rehabilitation and member of the Montefiore Health System, today announced the appointment of Lisa Feiner, MBA, M.Ed., NBC-HWC, Jason Perla, and Michael J. Smith, CPA, CFA, to its Board of Trustees. The new Board members bring their expertise and leadership to advise the nationally recognized and accredited, not-for-profit healthcare organization.

&ldquo;Our Board of Trustees plays an integral role in guiding the organization&rsquo;s continued growth and success &ndash; their combined breadth of experience supports the continued excellence and strategic growth of the organization,&rdquo; said Burke Rehabilitation Executive Director Scott Edelman, MBA, CPA, CFE. &ldquo;Lisa, Jason, and Michael each bring exceptional leadership experience and a deep commitment to community. Their diverse expertise across healthcare, real estate, finance, and public service will further strengthen our distinguished group of Board members.&rdquo;

Lisa Feiner joins the Board with extensive leadership experience in healthcare strategy and advisory services. As a board-certified health and wellness coach and co-founder of Sharp Again, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting cognitive health, she brings deep insight into healthcare systems and a strong commitment to community well-being. Jason Perla, head of Newmark&rsquo;s New York Consulting Group, brings first-hand experience as a former Burke patient, coupled with over two decades of expertise in commercial real estate strategy and transaction advisory, offering valuable perspective as Burke expands its geographic footprint and outpatient network. Michael J. Smith possesses more than 30 years of executive leadership across nonprofit, higher education, and public service sectors, including his tenure as President and CEO of Berkeley College and service as a Westchester County Legislator. 

&ldquo;We are excited to welcome these three accomplished leaders to the Burke Board of Trustees,&rdquo; said Richard Celiberti, Chair of the Board. &ldquo;Each bring valuable experience and insight that will be instrumental as we continue shaping the organization&rsquo;s future, advancing its vision and expanding reach while ensuring Burke remains at the forefront of rehabilitation excellence.&rdquo;

The Burke Rehabilitation Board of Trustees consists of 23 dedicated community leaders who generously contribute their time and expertise to provide strategic counsel and governance for the organization. The Board plays a central role in shaping the organization&rsquo;s long-term vision, with particular emphasis on strengthening its commitment to expert rehabilitation care, pioneering clinical research, and graduate medical education excellence.

To learn more about Burke Rehabilitation and its Board of Trustees, please visit <a href="http://www.burke.org/board-of-trustees." rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.burke.org/board-of-trustees</a>.

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About Burke Rehabilitation
Burke Rehabilitation&reg;, a proud member of the Montefiore Health System, is a nationally recognized and accredited, not-for-profit healthcare organization specializing in rehabilitation medicine, research, and graduate medical education. Burke is ranked among the nation&rsquo;s top rehabilitation hospitals by U.S. News &amp; World Report and Newsweek, and is New York&rsquo;s largest provider of stroke rehabilitation. The Burke mission is to provide the highest quality medical care and rehabilitation services to ensure that each patient achieves the maximum functional recovery from illness, injury, or disability. Based in White Plains, NY, Burke offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services at its hospital, Outpatient Physician Practice, and 15 outpatient therapy locations throughout the Bronx, Westchester County, and the Hudson Valley. Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.burke.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">www.burke.org</a>.

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Burke Rehabilitation® Welcomes Three New Board Members 

Burke Rehabilitation&reg; hosted the annual Brain Bee competition at its White Plains campus, welcoming high school students with a passion for neuroscience. Participating students faced a series of challenging questions that tested their knowledge of the brain and nervous system. Seven high schools were represented including Clarkstown South High School, Hendrick Hudson High School, John Jay High School in Cross River, Lincoln High School, Rye Country Day School, Rye High School, and Yonkers High School. The event reflects a commitment by Burke to support the next generation of neuroscience leaders.
Prizes were awarded to the top three finalists:
1. Kevin O'Donnell from John Jay High School in Cross River, who is advancing to the USA Brain Bee.
2. Yi Sun from Rye High School 
3. Sophie Inana from John Jay High School, Cross River
To learn more about the Burke (Westchester) Brain Bee, visit: <a href="https://sites.google.com/ryeschools.org/westchester-brain-bee/home" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://sites.google.com/ryeschools.org/westchester-brain-bee/home</a>

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