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Rehab is essential for some patients after recovery from COVID-19
“...they (patients) get physical therapy, occupational therapy and they get cognitive interventions as well as neuropsychologists, they will get a lot of TLC in that setting,” says Dr. David Forbush, PM&R physiatrist
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UAB Orthotics & Prosthetics Clinic Offers Custom-Fit Convenience
Unlike some clinics, the UAB Medicine Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinic designs, makes, and adjusts prostheses in house at UAB Medicine, which makes it easier for patients to get a proper fit in less time.
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Dr. Danielle Powell named interim chair of PM&R
Danielle K. Powell, M.D., MSPH, associate professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, has agreed to accept the role as interim chair for the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, effective March 1, 2020.
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PM&R's Dr. Fisher awarded R01 to study ketogenic diet effects on neurorecovery in SCI
In the first clinical trial of its kind, Dr. Fisher hopes to find out if a ketogenic diet will help patients with acute spinal cord injuries regain sensory and motor functions faster than those who do not follow the diet.
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UAB Office for Diversity and Inclusion profiles PM&R resident, Dr. Amber Clark.
Amber Clark means to be an agent of change. As chief resident of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, she is not only committed to making a difference in the medical field, but also to being an advocate for marginalized groups, for those impacted by disabilities, and for populations burdened by health disparities.
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New UAB Medicine stroke rehab clinic offers unique one-stop shopping
The new UAB Stroke Recovery Clinic will provide a unique opportunity for those recovering from a stroke to wrap the entire outpatient experience into one package.
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Spain Rehab Launches Neuropsychology Concussion Clinic
The new concussion clinic will provide continuing care for adults who have experienced a concussion.
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PM&R's Chen Named 2018 Fellow of ACRM
Dr. Yuying Chen is one of 8 individuals recognized for service by the American Congress of Rehabilitation Medicine Fellows Committee and Board of Governors
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Drs. Kirksey and Kezar highlighted as impactful members by the Association of Academic Physiatrists
Association of Academic Physiatrists promotes women in medicine featuring PM&R's Drs. Kirksey and Kezar.
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PM&R's Yvonne Akins named Susan D. Marchase Outstanding Woman UAB Administrator
From mentoring women with whom she works, to sending encouraging notes to a male colleague’s wife while he was deployed, Akins consistently inspires the women within her unit and outside it.