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Cherry Junn, MD

Junn elected to Harborview Medical Executive Board

The Medical Executive Board (MEB) serves as the executive committee of the Harborview Medical Center medical staff.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Cherry Junn, MD
A black and white photo of a person clutching their lower back, with red radiating out of their spine.

Study examines how patient expectations relate to health factors in lumbar spinal stenosis

Researchers studied how physical and mental health factors relate to each other in people with lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS), a condition that narrows the lower spine.
Research Area:PainDivision:Rehabilitation Science PhDTopics:Publications, Pediatric Rehabilitation
A man assists a woman using a ball to perform a twisting exercise.

September 16: Doctor of Physical Therapy Zoom information session

Learn more about the DPT program, admissions requirements, and the application process.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Information session, Physical Therapy
Two people hold their ankles while sitting on a treatment table.

August 12: Doctor of Physical Therapy Zoom information session

Learn more about the DPT program, admissions requirements, and the application process.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Information session, Physical Therapy
A woman uses an ultrasound on a man's calf.

July 15: Doctor of Physical Therapy Zoom information session

Learn more about the DPT program, admissions requirements, and the application process.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Information session, Physical Therapy
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Doctor of Physical Therapy open house

Connect with faculty, staff, and current students, and explore learning spaces.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Physical Therapy
Sarah Smith, MD, on a purple boarder

Smith named AAPM&R 2026 Innovator & Influencer

This recognition highlights leaders who are shaping the future of physiatry through clinical care, research, and new models of practice.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Sarah Smith, MBBS
Close up of a child's legs, walking on a treadmill.

Study compares training approaches to improve walking in children with cerebral palsy

A new study examined whether a combined approach to power and treadmill training could improve walking ability in children with cerebral palsy.
Research Area:Sports & Exercise MedicineDivision:Pediatric RehabilitationTopics:Publications
Christopher McMullen, MD

McMullen selected for Rising Leaders program

The program builds practical leadership skills for faculty.
Division:Sports & SpineTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Christopher McMullen, MD, CAQSM
Samantha Burns, MD

Burns elected to School of Medicine Professors Council

The council advises School of Medicine leadership on faculty matters.
Division:Rehabilitation Psychology & NeuropsychologyTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Samantha B. Burns, PhD
Photos of Lindsay Smith, MD and Marissa Marcotte, MD, against a purple background

Smith named Clinical Competency Coach, Marcotte joins as Rehabilitation Medicine clerkship co-director

In this role, Dr. Smith will provide coaching to UW medical students.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Lindsay Smith, MD
This award recognizes outstanding mentorship of faculty and trainees in clinical education and practice.

Svircev receives excellence in mentorship of clinicians award

The award recognizes outstanding mentorship of faculty and trainees in clinical education and practice.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Jelena N. Svircev, MD
A woman speaks at a podium.

Pradhan receives Excellence in Student Mentorship Award

This award recognizes exceptional mentorship of students and trainees.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Accolades, Physical TherapyFaculty:Sujata Pradhan, PhD, PT
A man speaks at a podium.

Morgenroth receives excellence in clinician-scientist mentorship award

This award recognizes outstanding mentorship of faculty and trainees engaged in clinical research.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:David C. Morgenroth, MD
Two women smile on stage while one holds a certificate.

McDonald receives excellence in departmental impact award

This award recognizes Dr. McDonald's exceptional commitment to the department’s mission and culture.
Division:Prosthetics & OrthoticsTopics:Accolades, Prosthetics & OrthoticsFaculty:Cody L. McDonald, PhD, MPH, L/CPO
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Rad receives excellence in departmental impact award

This award recognizes Dr. Rad's exceptional engagement and contributions that strengthen the department’s shared mission.
Division:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Nassim Rad, MD
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Matsuda receives outstanding community engagement and impact award

This award recognizes Dr. Matsuda's commitment to community engagement, outreach, and advocacy.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Accolades, Physical TherapyFaculty:Patti Matsuda, PT, PhD, DPT
Mika Toor

Toor receives Lisa Wong Stroke Research Scholarship

This scholarship will help Toor begin her career in stroke research.
Division:Physical TherapyTopics:Accolades, Physical Therapy
Cherry Junn, MD

Junn selected for Rising Leaders program

The program builds practical leadership skills for faculty.
Research Area:Brain InjuryDivision:General PhysiatryTopics:AccoladesFaculty:Cherry Junn, MD
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Faculty, fellows and residents present at ISPRM World Congress

Faculty, fellows, and residents presented at the International Society for Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine (ISPRM) World Congress, held May 17–21, 2026, in Vancouver, Canada.
Division:Rehabilitation MedicineTopics:Conferences