Encompass Health welcomes Ted Christie to its Board of Directors

– USA, AL –  Encompass Health Corporation (NYSE: EHC) today announced the appointment of Ted Christie to its Board of Directors, expanding the Board to 12 members.

“We are pleased to welcome Ted and his strong financial expertise to the Encompass Health board, including more than two decades of leadership experience within the highly regulated and extremely competitive airline industry. He has led companies through complex and challenging financial milestones several times throughout his career, and I am confident his unique perspective will be valuable to our board,” said Board chairman, Donald Correll.

About Edward M. Christie III

Ted Christie joins the Encompass Health board with significant experience in finance, strategic and public company leadership, operations, and governmental regulation. He is serving as President and CEO of Spirit Airlines, Inc., a leading ultra-low-cost carrier in the United States. Before joining Spirit in 2012, he served as SVP and CFO for Pinnacle Airlines Corporation.

“I am honored and delighted to be joining the Encompass Health board,” said Ted Christie. “The Company is a recognized leader in the healthcare industry with a demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, cost-effective post-acute care. I look forward to helping further that commitment, contributing to the Company’s strategic direction, and building long-term value for its stockholders.”

About Encompass Health

Encompass Health is the largest owner and operator of rehabilitation hospitals in the United States. With a national footprint that includes 161 hospitals in 37 states and Puerto Rico, the Company provides high-quality, compassionate rehabilitative care for patients recovering from a major injury or illness, using advanced technology and innovative treatments to maximize recovery. Encompass Health is ranked as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies and Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare.

SOURCE: https://encompasshealth.com/

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