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The Faces of Physiatry - Dr. David Lin

This months spotlight recognizes David Lin, MD who is one of the ABPMR’s most dedicated volunteers and the only PM&R physician to be board certified in four specialties: Brain Injury Medicine, Neuromuscular Medicine, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine, and Sports Medicine. We sat down with him to learn about his journey with PM&R.

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ABPMR Winter Board Meeting: Board Director News

At the ABPMR Winter Board Meeting in January 2023, two new directors were elected to serve on the ABPMR board. Click to learn more about them!

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The Faces of Physiatry - Dr. Barry Smith

The field of PM&R has had many strong advocates over its 75 years as a board-certified specialty. One of the more recent advocates has been Barry Smith, MD, who served as Chair of the ABPMR Directors in addition to Chair of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Dr. Smith recently ended his term on the ABMS Board, and we talked to him about some of the highlights of his career as a leader in the field.

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Welcome, Dr. Apkon!

The ABPMR recently elected Susan Apkon, MD to the board of directors. Click to read more about Dr. Apkon's PM&R and volunteer experience. Welcome, Dr. Apkon!

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Welcome, Dr. Pruitt!

The ABPMR recently elected David Pruitt, MD to the board of directors. Click to read more about Dr. Pruitt's PM&R and volunteer experience. Welcome, Dr. Pruitt!

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ABPMR Winter Board Meeting: Board Director News

At the ABPMR Winter Board Meeting in January 2022, two new board members were elected to the ABPMR and four new officers were announced. Click to read the details and see the new directors!

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Personal Profile Questions Launched

As part of the next phase of our equity and inclusion efforts, we are launching Personal Profile questions to better understand the diversity of the field of PM&R. Click to read how these questions relate to our equity and diversity goals, what information will be collected, and how your responses will be protected.

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Progress Report: ABPMR Commitment to Racial Diversity and Equity

Last summer, we released a statement on racial inequity and our commitment to high-quality health care for all. While there is still much to learn and do, we have taken action to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of the ABPMR. Click to read the first steps we have taken in our commitment to racial diversity and equity.

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Welcome, Dr. Kirksey!

The ABPMR recently elected Keneshia McMullen Kirksey, MD, to the board of directors. Click to read more about Dr. Kirksey's significant leadership and education experience in PM&R. Welcome, Dr. Kirksey!

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ABPMR Commitment to Racial Diversity and Equity

The mission of the ABPMR is to protect the public by improving the quality of patient care in PM&R – for all. Read our commitment statement as well as the work we are committed to do to foster racial diversity and equity in our field and in all levels of board activities.

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