Leadership at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation
Kessler's Senior Leadership Team works closely together to define, develop and implement the strategic plans that support the delivery of quality patient care and outcomes, the growth of programs and services, and the engagement of employees throughout the organization. With more than 300 years of experience among them, this dynamic team is committed not only to the management of day-to-day operations, but to the long-term success of Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation … and most of all, to the progress of our patients.
Robert H. BrehmPresident |
Bruce M. Gans, MDExecutive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer |
Joan P. Alverzo, PhD., CRRNVice President, Clinical Operations and Quality, Inpatient Rehabilitation |
Steven Kirshblum, MDMedical Director (West Orange Campus) and Chief Academic Officer, Inpatient Rehabilitation |
Sue Kida, PT, MHAVice President and Chief Operating Officer, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation and CEO, Chester Campus |
Bruce Pomeranz, MDMedical Director (Chester/Saddle Brook campuses) and Chief Quality Officer, Inpatient Rehabilitation |
Bonnie A. Evans, PT, MHACEO, West Orange Campus |
Karen Liszner, BSN, MHA, CRRNChief Nurse Executive |
Philip J. Driscoll, Jr., FACHECEO, Saddle Brook Campus |
Robin Hedeman, OT, MHAVice President, Business Development |
Gail M. SolomonVice President, Corporate Communications & Public Relations |
Kim RatnerAssistant Vice President of Rehabilitation Services |
Bill AnastassatosPresident, Hospital-based Outpatient Services |
Ken CalderaDirector, Human Resources |
Patricia JuddVice President, Outpatient Clinical Operations |

Robert H. Brehm
Bruce M. Gans, MD
Joan P. Alverzo, PhD., CRRN
Steven Kirshblum, MD
Sue Kida, PT, MHA
Bruce Pomeranz, MD
Bonnie A. Evans, PT, MHA
Karen Liszner, BSN, MHA, CRRN
Philip J. Driscoll, Jr., FACHE
Robin Hedeman, OT, MHA
Gail M. Solomon
Kim Ratner
Bill Anastassatos
Ken Caldera
Patricia Judd
