Pathways in PM&R

The Pathways in PM&R podcast is a welcoming space for trainees to learn all about the diverse career opportunities available with a career in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). We interview practicing physicians in various subspecialties of PM&R as well as in different practice settings such as academics, private practice, and locum tenens. Additionally, we provide prospective physiatrists with useful tools in their journey to PM&R residency!

16. Exploring Sports Medicine in PM&R and Approaching Fellowship Match ft. Dr. Nirmal Maxwell

Join us for an episode with our guest, Nirmal Maxwell, DO, a current Sports Medicine Fellow at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Maxwell shares his experiences pursuing residency in PM&R, what drew him towards the field of sports medicine, and how other aspiring physiatrists and sports medicine physicians can set themselves up for success in their training journey.

10-15
39:03

Pain Talks: Episode 1. Understanding Pain Physiology with Maxwell Berman

Join us as Maxwell walks us through the basics of pain physiology and learn some clinical pearls on pain management! Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

10-08
30:33

15. Post Acute Care PM&R, Pain, and Addiction Medicine Private Practice ft. Dr. Noberto Vargas

Join us as we here about Dr. Vargas's diverse career and physiatry experiences! From general PM&R to a novel post-acute care practice, to addiction medicine, this episode is full of career and life pearls.Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

09-16
42:00

14. Interventional Physiatry, movement as medicine, and leadership ft. Dr. Amir Mahajer (Osso Health)

Join us for an episode with our guest, Amir Mahajer, DO, an attending physiatrist at Osso Health. Dr. Mahajer practices outpatient interventional sports and spine medicine and is the current President of the American Osteopathic College of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOCPMR). Learn all about his experience discovering interventional physiatry, integrating movement as medicine into his practice, and lessons he has learned as a leader in the field!Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

08-16
40:41

13. Meet Chayston, Our New Co-Host!

Join us as we get to know Chayston Brown who will be joining as one of our new Co-host! We also discuss updates on Pathways in PM&R initiative and opportunities.Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

08-01
10:19

12. Inpatient General Physiatry and Accredited vs Non-Accredited Pain Medicine Fellowship ft. Dr. Brent Clower, DO (Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center)

Join us for an episode with our guest Dr. Brent Clower, DO, an attending physiatrist at Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center in metro Atlanta. Dr. Clower also practices outpatient pain medicine! Learn all about his experience discovering inpatient general rehab and pain medicine, with a special focus on understanding the difference between accredited vs. non-accredited fellowship programs! Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

05-16
21:09

11. Interventional Orthobiologics Fellowship ft. Dr. Chris Centeno

Today's episode highlights a unique field, interventional orthobiologics. Come join us as we host Dr. Chris Centeno who runs an inteventional orthobiologics private practice, foundation, and fellowship.Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

04-27
40:46

10. Practicing Spinal Cord Injury Medicine in Academia, Uplifting Patients, and Career Planning ft. Dr. Sean Dreyer, MD (Rancho Los Amigos)

Today's episode highlights the PM&R Subspecialty of Spinal Cord Injury Medicine, a deeply rewarding field that involves building trust, patient education, and a great work-life balance. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Sean Dreyer, MD, a SCI attending at Rancho Los Amigos in Downey, CA. Dr. Dreyer offers wonderful advice including the importance of advocating for yourself, planning ahead, and paying it forward to future trainees. Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

04-09
27:22

9. Locum Tenens with Dr. Genevieve Jacobs aka thelocumlady

Join us as we hear about Dr. Jacobs life as a traveling physiatrist! An episode you don't want to miss! Be sure to check out her instagram to learn more about locum tenens work, @thelocumladyEmail: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

03-12
34:25

8. Stroke Rehab, PM&R Mentorship, & Career Fulfillment ft. Dr. Nick Elwert, DO, MS

Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Nick Elwert, DO, MS from the University of Kentucky Department of PM&R! Dr. Elwert shares his pathway to stroke rehab, academic leadership, student mentorship, resident education, and a unique perspective on finding career fulfillment along your PM&R journey! Plus, some pearls of wisdom for 4th years participating in the 2025 Match! Dr. Elwert bio: https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/doctors/nicholas-elwert Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

02-26
30:50

7. Community Sports Medicine and YouTuber ft. Dr. Brian Sutterer

Join us as we hear about Dr. Sutterer's life as a community sports medicine physiatrist and hear about how he became a famous YouTuber! An episode you don't want to miss!Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.comTwitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmrContributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmrMusic powered by BreakingCopyright

02-12
54:33

6. Olympic/Paralympic Chief Medical Officer ft. Dr. Jonathan Finnoff

Join us as we hear about Dr. Finnoff's path to becoming the U.S. Olympic/Paralympic Chief Medical Officer, what his day to day life looks like, and to learn about ways to get involved. An episode you don't want to miss! Dr. Finnoff's bio: https://www.acsm.org/membership/acsm-member-spotlight/jonathan-finnoff-do-facsm Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

01-22
46:25

5. Intro to Pediatric Rehab & Pediatric Fellowship Training ft. Dr. Katherine DeGraaff, DO (CHOA)

Join us for a conversation on all things Pediatric Rehab as we host Dr. Katherine DeGraaff, DO from the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Learn about common conditions in pediatric physiatry as well as treatment options within this broad field! For aspiring trainees, Dr. Graaff shares her experience training in Washington, D.C. and her best advice to help you find your pathway to Pediatric Rehab! An episode you don't want to miss! Dr. DeGraaff's bio: https://www.choa.org/doctors/katherine-rose-degraaff Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

01-08
29:22

4. Neuromuscular Medicine Fellowship and Early Career Academics ft. Dr. James Meiling, DO (Mayo Clinic)

Today we're hosting Dr. James Meiling, DO who walks us through his experience during neuromuscular medicine fellowship and his unique practice as a early career academic physiatrist. Dr. Meiling's bio: https://www.mayoclinic.org/biographies/meiling-james-b-d-o/bio-20571470 Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

12-23
35:00

3. Academic General Rehab ft. Dr. Kimberly Rauch, DO (UNC)

Today we're hosting Dr. Kimberly Rauch, DO, a board-certified physiatrist at the University of North Carolina. Join us as we discuss all things general rehab, academic medicine, spasticity management, and womens' health rehab! Dr. Rauch's bio: https://www.med.unc.edu/phyrehab/directory/kimberly-rauch/ Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

12-11
17:00

2. Academic Pain Medicine ft. Dr. Christine Hunt, DO (Mayo Clinic)

Curious about what a career in Pain Medicine looks like as a Physiatrist? Join us for a conversation with Dr. Christy Hunt, DO of the Mayo Clinic as she shares her training experience, day-in-the-life, and advice for trainees! Dr. Hunt Bio: https://www.mayoclinic.org/biographies/hunt-christy-l-d-o/bio-20464442 Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

11-25
42:37

1. Get to Know Your Co-Hosts and Pathways in PM&R!

Welcome to Pathways in PM&R, a show designed to provide exposure to physiatry and opportunities within Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation! In our first episode, our Co-Hosts Hunter Soleymani, MD (PGY-1) and Amy Patel, MS (OMS-IV) share insights into their PM&R experience & Pathways in PM&R. Thanks for tuning in! Email: pathwaysinpmr@gmail.com Twitter/X/Instagram: @pathways_in_pmr Contributions: ko-fi.com/pathwaysinpmr Music powered by BreakingCopyright

11-11
20:02

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