What is a Physiatrist?
A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, or PM&R, is called a physiatrist. ... Read more
Brittany Ferri
Updated April 17, 2020 by Brittany Ferri
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (pm&r)
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) refers to the medical specialty focused on function, rehabilitation, and recovery.
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20 Questions: Ross D. Zafonte, DO, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Ross D. Zafonte shares his thoughts on the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation and offers some advice for students.
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20 Questions: David Russo, DO, Pain Medicine and Physiatry
Recently The Student Doctor Network interviewed David Russo, DO, who specializes in interventional pain medicine ... Read more
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Updated August 18, 2022 by Student Doctor Network
