• How I Chose PM&R

  • Jul 23 2024
  • Duración: 14 m
  • Podcast

  • Resumen

  • In this episode, I delve into my career path, from my early interest in orthopedic surgery to discovering the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). I also discuss the factors that influenced my decision to pursue further specialization and the experiences that have shaped my approach to musculoskeletal care. Here are some key topics and timestamps to help you navigate through the episode:

    **Key Topics and Timestamps:**

    - **[00:00] Introduction:** What is rehab or rehabilitation?
    - **[00:03] Meet Your Host:** My background and the purpose of this podcast.
    - **[00:28] Early Career Interests:** From orthopedic surgery to exploring other fields.
    - **[01:07] Transition to Osteopathic Medicine:** How I discovered manual medicine and PM&R.
    - **[01:17] Medical School Rotations:** My experience with clinical rotations and the shift away from surgery.
    - **[02:36] Discovering PM&R:** Learning about the field and the pivotal moments that led to my decision.
    - **[03:53] Challenges and Realizations:** Applying for PM&R late in the process and the adjustments I had to make.
    - **[04:53] Residency Training:** My time at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and the diverse experiences in inpatient and outpatient settings.
    - **[06:03] Focus on Movement:** The importance of understanding how diseases and injuries affect movement.
    - **[08:13] The Driving Force:** Why studying movement has always been a core interest for me.
    - **[08:28] Residency Reflections:** My varied interests and the decision to pursue a sports and spine medicine fellowship.
    - **[09:34] Continuous Learning:** Seeking answers to musculoskeletal questions through further training.
    - **[10:35] Revisiting Family Medicine:** Why I ultimately chose PM&R over family medicine and other specialties.
    - **[12:03] The Unique Aspect of PM&R:** Focusing on movement and how it differentiates PM&R from other specialties.

    Thank you for joining me on this journey. I hope you find this episode insightful and helpful as you consider your own path in the medical field. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like and subscribe to the Talking Rehab Podcast. Have a movement-filled day!

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