Specialty Choice: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) physicians, also known as physiatrists, treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Physiatrists utilize cutting-edge as well as time-tested treatments to maximize function and quality of life. (Source: American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
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Quick Facts
The following information comes from the National Resident Matching Program's Charting Outcomes in the Match 2014 (PDF) based on matched applicants in the United States.
- Step score averages:
- Mean Step 1 of U.S. Matched Applicants: 220
- Mean Step 2 CK of U.S. Matched Applicants: 234
- Average number of research experiences: 2.7
- Average number of abstracts, presentations and publications: 3.3
- Work and Volunteer:
- Average number of work experiences: 2.9
- Average number of volunteer experiences: 7.1
- Mean number of contiguous ranks of U.S. matched applicants: 12.7
Looking into the Future/Changes in Health Care
The demand for physiatrists will continue to increase with the aging population.
Additional Information
- Career Services Focus Newsletter
- Boonshoft School of Medicine Residency Program: WSU does not have a program
- BSOM Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Interest Group
- Search for recent Wright State graduates who matched in physical medicine & rehabilitation
- Association of American Medical Colleges Careers in Medicine: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
See the Career Essentials Pilot Page regarding specialty specific advice for more detailed information and resources.
References
- Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) Programs Search
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. (2016). Who We Are.
- Student Doctor Network. (2005). PM&R advice to applicants.