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
Jensen to deliver keynote lecture at European hypnosis congress
Professor Mark P. Jensen will deliver a keynote on therapeutic hypnosis for chronic pain at the European Society of Hypnosis Congress in August.
Congratulations to 2026 Seattle Mag Top Docs
14 doctors from our department have been named top docs by Seattle magazine.
Review examines what works, and what needs more study, in nerve injury rehabilitation
The authors found promising applications for pain management and motor relearning but noted a need for stronger clinical evidence.