Broadmoor Medical Lodge Names Eddie Black Executive Director

Nov. 8, 2012 - PRLog -- Broadmoor Medical Lodge, an upscale post-hospital recovery, skilled nursing and long-term care community scheduled to open early 2013, has named Eddie Black executive director.  Black will help shape the $10 million, high-end project that is currently under construction in Rockwall. The announcement was made by Shane Lewis, partner of SCC Healthcare Group.

“Eddie is a Rockwall County resident, a seasoned professional and he has the knowledge and background necessary to run our unique community,” said Lewis.  “He knows what our guests will expect, and he understands how to accommodate their needs.  He is a perfect fit for this position.”

Black has 36 years of experience in post-acute and long-term care management.  He joins Broadmoor Medical Lodge from an area facility where he served as administrator for five years.  

“This is somewhat of a homecoming for Eddie,” said Lewis.  “He previously served as part of the SCC Healthcare Group management team for eight years in the capacities of facility executive director and later as a regional director.”

“Broadmoor Medical Lodge will be unlike anything else in Rockwall,” said Black.  “I am thrilled to be a part of the team.  My goal is for our guests and their families to enjoy a high level of care and amenities while feeling comfortable and at home during their stay.”  

Broadmoor Medical Lodge is the first new skilled nursing community built in Rockwall since the 1950s.  The community is scheduled to open in early 2013.  This project will create 130 new jobs with an annual payroll of approximately $4.6 million.  

If you would like to set up an interview with Eddie Black, please call Page Stafford (214) 890-7912 ext. 26 or email at pstafford@fortepr.com. (mailto:pstafford@fortepr.com)

ABOUT BROADMOOR MEDICAL LODGE

Broadmoor Medical Lodge, currently under construction and scheduled to open early  2013, is locally owned and operated by SCC Healthcare Group, headquartered near Rockwall County.   Broadmoor Medical Lodge is the first new skilled nursing community to be built in Rockwall since the 1950s.  The upscale center with hotel-style amenities will cater to post-hospital recovery and rehabilitation as well as traditional long-term care.  Broadmoor Medical Lodge will be a designated Diabetes Education Center – the only one in Rockwall.

The 52,000 square foot center will have the capacity to fill 140 beds. The center will feature a separate and designated section for post-hospital recovery, upscale suites, large flat screen TVs and a private courtyard. Guests will receive various levels of physical, occupational, speech, ultrasound, electronic stimulation, wound and IV therapy provided by a seasoned team of rehabilitation professionals.    

Admission to Broadmoor Medical Lodge will be initiated by a physician, hospital social worker or discharge planner.  The primary service area will include Rockwall, Heath, Rowlett and surrounding communities.  

For information about Broadmoor Medical Lodge, please visit the community web site at http://www.broadmoormedicallodge.com, email info@broadmoormedicallodge.com, or call 972-772-8700.