Gabriel Mintzer is a current PhD student in applied physics at Stanford University. While studying for his master’s degree at MIT in November 2021, he was struck by a truck while walking home. He was subsequently hospitalized and spent over half a year in rehab doing both inpatient and outpatient therapy. Tune in as medical student Brian Gu intervi…

In this brief episode, Dr. Jayaram explores considerations for educating future physiatrists in OrthoBiologics.By Physiatry News

Dr. Annu Navani is one of the research leaders in the field of orthobiologics, and is the Chief Medical Officer for Boomerang Healthcare, with 20+ years of experience in the medical industry. Dr. Navani completed her Anesthesiology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and a fellowship in Pain Medicine from the University of Cali…

This month, we are pleased to feature the article "Fostering Inclusivity in PM&R: A National Survey," authored by Deji Adeniyi, MD (Mount Sinai Medical Center). This study examines the current landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion within PM&R, offering valuable insights into the experiences and perspectives of professionals across the field…

This is the first of a two-podcast series to provide a brief overview of systematic reviews, meta analyses, and scoping reviews. It also addresses how to create a good topic or research question and utilize search strategies.Credits/Acknowledgements: David Phrathep, Kian Bagheri, and Dr. Adam KinneyBy Physiatry News

In this podcast, Dr. Hannah Hunter from the University of Washington discusses her path to finding Cancer Rehab, her current role as the Medical Director of a Cancer Rehab facility, and some insightful advice for trainees interested in the specialty.Credits/Acknowledgements: Luigi Gonzales, MS4 and Dr. Hannah Hunter…

In this podcast, Dr. Jonathan Kirschner from Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) shares his perspective on the future direction of orthobiologics and discusses how advances in this field should shape not only clinical practice but also resident and fellow training.Credits/Acknowledgements: Jonathan Kirschner, MD, Luigi Gonzales, MS4, Kristen Santiag…

This is part two of our systematic review series, where we discuss protocols, inclusion and exclusion criteria, data extraction, data synthesis, and creating a PRISMA diagram.Credits/Acknowledgements: Farrah Asaad, Mustafa Dodurgali, and Dr. Adam KinneyBy Physiatry News

Dr. Monica Verduzco-Gutierrez is an accomplished academic Physiatrist and currently serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the Long School of Medicine at UT Health San Antonio. Her area of clinical expertise is the care of patients with traumatic brain injury, stroke rehabilitation, and interventional spastici…

Gillian Mathews, DO, sits down with Eric Villanueva, MD, attending physiatrist at Nebraska Methodist Hospital and recent graduate of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab residency program, to discuss how to successfully secure a first attending position after residency. Dr. Villanueva shares critical insights on when to begin applying, key questions to ask …

In this episode of Career Chats, RFC tech committee member Kyle Cullin, DO talks with Dr. Miguel Escalón, MD. Dr. Escalón is the current Program Director for Icahn School of Medicine PM&R Residency program at Mount Sinai Hospital. Fellowship trained in Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury Medicine; he has gone on to be the Fellowship Director of Bra…

Tune in to the latest This Is Physiatry episode as medical student Lauren Clarke chats with Dr. Jennifer Russo, MD about the field of Brain Injury Medicine, disorders of consciousness, and her role as an educator. This Is Physiatry is a podcast that aims to spread awareness for the wonderful specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R).…

A mixed-methods analysis of provider-documented and patient-reported urinary tract infection symptoms among Veterans with neurogenic bladderBy Physiatry News

Dr. Daniel Daneshvar is a renowned researcher in the world of traumatic brain injury, having authored or co-authored numerous publications contributing to our understanding of the causes of CTE and other neurodegenerative diseases as well as their long-term effects. Tune in as medical student Brian Gu interviews Dr. Daneshvar about the highlights o…

Being a part of a multidisciplinary team is essential to the role of the physiatrist. Pocket Mentor's Rehab Rounds Miniseries highlights the incredible team members that work together to optimize functional outcomes for our patients. On this episode, medical student Jacob Urbina sits down with Carissa Skarke, a Speech-Language Pathologist, to learn…

Dr. Jim Devanney and Dr. Alex Brahmsteadt are PM&R trained neuro critical care fellows. In this episode, medical student Sanjana Ayyagari discusses their path into PM&R residency, discovering their passion for critical care, and how they have created their own path to a fellowship that was not previously offered to physiatrists.Music Credits: "Trib…

Profound patient advocate and Medical Director of Pediatric Rehabilitation, Dr. Stacey Hall is an academic pediatric physiatrist who knows that her patients are absolutely the best. Medical student Jacob Urbina sits down with Dr. Hall to discuss her expertise in the nuances of pediatric rehabilitation, how to build a career in academic medicine, an…

Tune in to the latest This Is Physiatry episode as medical student Brian Gu chats with Dr. Patrick J. (PJ) Shaeffer, MD on his journey to physiatry, clinical practice at the VA and experiences as a residency program director. This Is Physiatry is a podcast that aims to spread awareness for the wonderful specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilita…

Dr. Nikola Dragojlovic and Dr. Ashlee Bolger are PM&R Residency program directors and co-chairs of the AAP Residency Recruitment Subcommittee. In this episode, they discuss the latest data on program signaling, geographic preferences, and other insights for medical students applying to residency with medical student, Sanjana Ayyagari.Music Credits:…

Hello, PM&R People! We're so excited to introduce Sanjana Ayyagari and Jacob Urbina as the co-hosts for this season of Pocket Mentor. From how to become a resident to various physiatry subspecialists, you won't want to miss a single episode this year. Follow along as we explore what physiatry has to offer and how to succeed in the world of rehabili…

Tune in to the latest This Is Physiatry episode as medical student Ellese Lupori talks with Dr. Nicholas Elwert, DO, MS on all things from patient education to keeping an open mind during medical training.This Is Physiatry is a podcast that aims to spread awareness for the wonderful specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). This pod…

From Seattle Seahawk team physician, to collaborator and author of multiple SCATs, Dr. Stanely Herring, MD has had a lush career. Medical student Ellese Lupori interviews Dr. Herring to discuss the key to career longevity and fulfillment. The #ThisIsPhysiatry podcast aims to spread awareness of the impact of the field of Physical Medicine and Rehab…

Dr. Cherry Junn, Physiatrist and Brain Injury Medicine specialist, was influenced by impactful mentors. Now as a Fellowship Director at the University of Washington, she is passionate about mentoring trainees through genuine care and structured feedback. Medical student Charis Turner explores Dr. Junn’s career path and practical advice about how to…

Gillian Mathews sits down with Dr. Yein Lee, DO to discuss the harmony between physiatry and performing arts.#ThisIsPhysiatry is a podcast that aims to spread awareness for the wonderful specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). This podcast is brought to you by AAP’s Medical Student Council (MSC).…

With a career spanning multiple hospital systems and leadership roles, Dr. David Steinberg knows a thing or two about medical leadership. Medical student Charis Turner interviews Dr. Steinberg about his path to PM&R and pain medicine, his day-to-day job duties, and why he loves his job as a PM&R Department Chair.…