ARTWORK FOSTERS HEALING
Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in White Plains demonstrates its commitment to treating the whole person by displaying art installations in its inpatient and outpatient settings. The restorative quality of art reinforces the treatment provided by Burke”™s highly trained therapists.
According to Jodi Moise, the director of The Fine Art Program and Collection at Montefiore Medicine, “art humanizes the patient experience and supports Burke”™s mission by addressing emotional and physical needs. Studies show that art, especially pieces that reflect nature or floral themes, promotes health and healing,” she said.
According to Burke”™s Vice President of Inpatient Rehabilitation Sandra Alexandrou, PT, MBA, “When someone enters the Bonnie and Tom Grace Gym, (at Burke) especially for the first time, they are immediately captivated by this beautiful piece of art, which highly complements this already impressive space.”
The collections are curated to enhance the unique characteristics of each location.
Burke”™s locations throughout Westchester and the Bronx also incorporate art to continue this restorative mission.
Moise concluded, “When I curate art for Burke, my hope is for everyone to experience the artwork as they move through our various facilities and that it transforms the experience of their rehabilitation process.”