University of Missouri Department of PM&R

Huge congrats to @MizzouPMR faculty and residents for their incredible contributions to the May/June Feature Series in Missouri Medicine! 10 faculty and 6 residents co-authored 8 articles focused on Maximizing Human Function. Read the full issue here: digitaleditions.walsworth.com/publication/?i…

We can't believe that it has already been 4 months since these 4 exemplary @MizzouPMR PGY2 residents joined us!! Keep it up!! Weston Rogers, MD Raquel Johnson, MD Alexa Malik, MD Jordan Eisenmann, MD

Dr. Vovanti Jones Attends AAPM&R D&I Committee Meeting She became the Chair-Elect for their African-American Community Group in 2023.

Dr. Varghese and Dr. Drymalski Attend 21st Annual Becker’s Conference Dr. Varghese presented Addressing Biases, Disparities in Spine and Orthopedic Care Dr. Drymalski was a reviewer for the conference

Dr. Washburn Presents at 15th Annual TOBI Orthobiologic Symposium #MizzouPMR

Congratulations goes out to @JOSEPHBURRISMD for his article discussing revisions to accreditation council for Graduate Medical Education PM&R education: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/pm…

Congratulations to Dr. Andrew Goldblum and Dr. Ben Boyett on their successful fellowship matches! We are proud of their hard work and their amazing contributions to our program! #mizzoupmr

@JOSEPHBURRISMD presented Lecture for @AAPMR National Grand Rounds Lecture titled “Dermatologic Complications in Amputee Patients: Background, Evaluation and Management” allowed him to share his expertise regarding dermatologic complications in amputee patients.

#ThrowbackThursday Dr. Madaffer Receives 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year Award The PM&R Residents announced during the 2024 Senior Reception that Dr. Nicholas (Nick) Madaffer was selected as the 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year in recognition of his dedication to resident education

#ThrowbackThursday @MizzouPMR Senior Graduation Celebration This event provided our PM&R family members the opportunity to meet with the families of our graduating residents, pay thanks to our inspiring faculty members, and recognize achievements among our faculty and residents

Dr. Brian Toedebusch and Dr. Zach Finneman attended the Central Society of PM&R Annual Symposium held in Omaha, Nebraska. Dr. Toedebusch was invited to provide the lecture titled “Ultrasound Guided Interventions from Shoulder Pathology”

Dr. McClellan Participates in 2024 Hill Day for AANEM in Washington, DC

PM&R Wellness Committee Walking Challenge Winner Putting the Physical in PM&R: Nancy Foster was announced the overall winner of the Step Challenge averaging 17,220.6 steps a day during the month

Congratulations to our recently graduated @Mizzou medical students: Dr. Rez Farid presented the Howard A. Rusk Scholarship to Alexis Philippe from the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

@Mizzou School of Medicine Honors and Awards Ceremony Recently graduated resident - Dr. Christian van Doren received the 2024 Hugh Stephenson Helpful Elephant Award for his outstanding contribution to resident education. Way to go Dr. van Doren!

ThinkFirst Team Represents at ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation Annual Meeting The ThinkFirst team presented on safety and then fit 390 helmets that afternoon!

Dr. Vovanti Jones was featured on @AAPMR Member Mailing. We thank her for her efforts in these roles for our national academy!

#FriendlyCompettition @MizzouPMR Dr. Bralts for taking the #1 seed to the promised land. Enjoy the pineapple! - Dr. Farid

@Mizzou Department of PM&R sponsored the Orthotics Review Course for Physicians and Allied Health Providers. This is a great opportunity for residents to get some hands-on experience with orthotics! @AAPMR

@MizzouPMR class of 2024 is graduating! Here's a spotlight: Christian Van Doren, DO Next Step: General PM&R practice in Virginia Why PM&R: I saw PM&R as a wonderful way to help restore peoples' function and independence