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, 2026.
Furthering rehabilitation medicine through research expertise
Research drives innovation and is integral to our departmental mission. Learn more about our research focus areas
The Rehabilitation Science PhD program celebrates its 20th anniversary
The program is proud to welcome its 11th cohort this fall.
Dr. Nassim Rad's work helps inspire international partnership to advance ALS research
The partnership will focus on motor neuron disease research, clinical collaboration, and education.
Physical Therapy residency programs welcome new cohort, celebrate graduates
Meet the residents joining the University of Washington Physical Therapy Residency Programs for 2026-27.