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Physiatry is more than

Below are stories with patients and physiatrists who describe what "Physiatry is more than_____." These are compassionate and courageous stories of individuals who discovered things about themselves they never thought possible. If you are someone who has seen the power of physiatry at work in your or someone else's life, please share your own story.

#PMRisMoreThan…a Handshake.

December 15, 2016 | Submitted by David Crandell, MD | Video Interviews

David Crandell, MD had the opportunity to work with Sgt. Peck, a quadruple amputee patient, over the past 2 months and was able to discuss how physiatrists can get involved in these types of cutting-edge opportunities.

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Dr. Sharon Gohari

October 17, 2016 | Submitted by pmrismorethan | Video Interviews

Dr. Sharon Gohari became interested in physiatry after her father suffered a devastating stroke. Seeing how physiatric care helped him overcome its worst effects inspired her to pursue physiatry as a specialty.

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Sue Mukherjee, MD

October 16, 2016 | Submitted by pmrismorethan | Video Interviews

For Sue Mukherjee, MD, physiatry isn’t only about managing symptoms. It’s about helping patients realize their goals—“what the patient wants to become, and what they want to achieve.”

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