UW Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Together we achieve and advance the highest quality rehabilitation care, training, and research.About the department
The UW Department of Rehabilitation was founded in 1957 by Justus F. Lehmann. Since then, our dedicated faculty and staff have provided the highest quality patient care, education and research in physical medicine and rehabilitation.
Training for a new generation of physicians and scientists
We offer 18 student and training opportunities, including our PhD in Rehabilitation Science, accepting applications now until January 15, 2024.
Furthering rehabilitation medicine through research expertise
Research drives innovation and is integral to our departmental mission. Learn more about our research focus areas
Update highlights safety equipment and emergency action in equestrian sports
30 million people participate in equestrian sports each year. This update discusses advancements in safety equipment and medical coverage for these sports.
Managing fatigue in multiple sclerosis, five years after self-management program
A new study explores how people with multiple sclerosis (MS) manage fatigue five years after participating in a self-management program called Fatigue: Take Control (FTC).
Medicare payment reforms and COVID-19 reshape post-acute care for people with disabilities
A new study examines Medicare payment reforms and the COVID-19 pandemic impacted post-acute care for beneficiaries with disabilities.