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    PM&R Faculty

    The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation faculty are leaders in research and clinical practice. 
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    Residency

    Training residents to become expert clinicians, leaders, educators, and researchers… read more

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    Research

    Cutting-edge research that aims to improve the health, function and well-being of people with disabilities and their caregivers.

Welcome to the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

We are a leader in rehabilitative medical care, cutting-edge research, and education for rehabilitation clinicians and researchers. Learn More

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Top rankings in clinical care, research and education:

UPMC Mercy ranked in Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report

We are ranked 2nd in NIH Funding for rehabilitation research by Blue Ridge Institute

Our residency program is ranked 4th by Doximity

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