Great day on Capitol Hill advocating for #physiatry patients and colleagues! Thank you to AAP's Public Policy Committee for your leadership and the legislators for meeting with us and listening. #GME #RehabResearch #ClimateAction

60 years ago today, the 16th Street Baptist Church was bombed killing 4 young girls and injuring 22 people. Today and always, we remember Addie Mae Collins, Denise McNair, Cynthia Morris Wesley, and Carole Robertson. (1/2)

Great day advocating on Capitol Hill for Assoc. of Academic Physiatrists (AAP)! Rep. Danny K. Davis

Quick Review summarizes UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation research from our UAB Spinal Cord Injury Model System on the effect of a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet on the gut microbiome (the makeup of the bacteria that are in the digestive tract) that may help in preventing cardiometabolic disorders. bit.ly/46jogmg

The university has reached another monumental research milestone — $774.5 million in fiscal year 2023 — carrying on the most successful era of research funding in UAB history. UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation is proud to be a part of this impactful research community. bit.ly/3u80yvw

UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation is celebrating International Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine Day! We are proud to be a part of the important impact that PM&R has for people around the world, with health conditions experiencing disability or likely to experience disability. #uabmedicine #UABHeersink

So proud of our UAB Residents presenting at #AAPMR23! UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Nearly one in four people worldwide reports feeling fairly lonely or very lonely, according to a recent Meta-Gallup survey. UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation's Megan Hays, Ph.D. offers five tips on how to combat loneliness this year. Read more: go.uab.edu/47pKCTt UAB Medicine UAB Heersink School of Medicine

A BIG WELCOME to our new PGY-1 residents joining the UAB Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation family! We are excited for you to start a new chapter with us!🤩#UABMatchDay2024 #Physiatry UAB Heersink School of Medicine UAB Medicine Dale Colorado

Creating an equitable environment for AAPM&R involves fostering inclusivity, ensuring diverse representation, and providing equal opportunities for all members to thrive in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

We're excited to celebrate our PGY4s this week! Only two days until graduation. 🩺🎓 UAB PM&R Residents UAB Medicine

What a great night supporting Lakeshore Foundation and celebrating Team USA Wheelchair Rugby team on their way to the #OlympicGamesParis2024! 🇺🇸

Our UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine physicians have the honor of working with USA Wheelchair Rugby. We couldn't be more excited for you. Good luck tomorrow! #Paralympics2024 #goforgold #uabmedicine

Debuting a brand new video live during my #AAPMR24 keynote today. I clearly spent a long time on my physiatrist costume you don’t want to miss it.

Spent last week at AAPM&R headquarters, strategizing with leaders from across the country to strengthen physiatry and support our members as they lead and thrive in the field.

Today marks a momentous milestone in the life of #UABRehab! Our new #UABRehabPavilion is state of the art with cutting edge technology that provides comprehensive rehabilitation care for the citizens of Alabama and beyond. UAB Medicine UAB Heersink School of Medicine go.uab.edu/4fHFoYV

Thank you to AAPM&R for this meaningful acknowledgment. I will continue striving to make a difference and to carry forward the values of excellence, compassion, and impact.

I truly enjoyed AAPM&R 2025 — it was an incredible experience connecting and networking with colleagues, meeting residents and medical students who will be the future of our specialty. Feeling recharged, inspired, and ready to bring that energy back to my practice.