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Rosalynn Conc, MD, PhD, MPH, PGY-3, and AAPM&R President Dr. Steven Flanagan discuss the Academy’s Advocacy Efforts and the Importance of PM&R Physician Involvement Rosalynn Conic, MD, PhD, MPH, PGY-3, Physiatrist in Training (PHiT) Council Board…
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, UF Health Sports Performance Center, partnered with the Hangar Clinic and Levitate, a prosthetic company, to host the first Adaptive Mobility Clinic to “test run” running blades at UF. This event welcomed attendees of all backgrounds in the North Florida region to think…
Dr. Shammi Patel, as part of a study collaboration with the Department of Anesthesia, presented a case titled “Case Report: Endoscopic decompression for lumbar stenosis resulting in sustained 75% pain relief “ at the American Society of Pain & Neuroscience. The meeting was held July 13-16, 2023 at the Fontainbleu,…
We are excited and pleased to welcome residents Drs. Chakkala, Coffey, Kiehl and Purcell!…
Heather Vincent, Ph.D., an associate professor in the University of Florida College of Medicine’s department of physical medicine and rehabilitation, stands among the top 2% of researchers in her field based on the number of times her work is cited in…
The faculty and residents attended the Annual Meeting of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in Denver Colorado on May and presented several tutorials, educational sessions and thematic and venues posters throughout the program. Drs. Kevin Vincent and Jason Zaremski chaired sessions for the CAQ I and II Board…
Dr. Kevin Vincent, Director of the University of Florida Health Running Medicine Clinic, spoke with The New York Times to discuss current evidence on how running shoes may present a solution to a problem that a runner might not have.
We are excited and pleased to announce the successful MATCH for our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program. Thank you to all PM&R Faculty, Residents and Staff for your efforts during recruitment!…
Heather Vincent, PhD, MS, FACSM will be presenting National Grand Rounds on March 8, 2023, from 8:00PM-9:00PM (EST) for the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. There is no fee for the webinar and CME credit is available, you must register in advance to attend.
Faculty, researchers and trainees in PMR presented at the 2023 Celebration of Research Day on various topics related to socioenvironmental factors and chronic pain, intermittent fasting and glucose administration. Read more below: Drs. Heather Vincent and Sharareh Sharififar presented: “Telerehabilitation Service Impact on Physical Function and Adherence Compared to Face-to-Face…
Drs. Heather Vincent, Kevin Vincent and resident, Dr. Aimee Madsen, visited the Team USA Para-fencing team and worked with the athletes discussing nutrition and strengthening options. Julio Diaz, Team USA’s Parafencing National Head Coach, was there and everyone was excited to…
The descending ladder interval workout has always made a lot of intuitive sense. You go really hard for a set distance and pace (let’s say 3 laps) that you probably couldn’t repeat a second time. So you cut down your second…
The race to Ragnar: Ann’s journey to pain-free running Ann Scanlon started running as a means to lose weight. After making it a part of her daily routine, running became one of her hobbies, along with watching New York Jets football and traveling. She joined a running group for women…
Residents’ Dr. Rosie Conic and Dr. Michael Brownstein, attended the 21st Annual Pain Medicine Meeting-ASRA, in Orlando, Florida, from Thursday, November 17, through Saturday, November 19, 2022, and presented “Trends in Reimbursement for Pain Procedures 2010-2022”.
Dr. Michael Sein spearheads research on patient interest in horticultural therapy as an adjuvant therapy to treat chronic back pain and presented initial findings at the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA) 21st annual Pain Medicine meeting on November 17-19, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. The findings are…
Dr. Irene Estores’ efforts to help patients with long lasting COVID related effects have garnered national coverage with National Public Radio (NPR) and outlets such as WUFT. The UF Health COVID Restore clinic, is embedded within the Integrative Medicine clinic. Read the article here:https://www.wuft.org/news/2022/10/11/uf-clinic-provides-treatment-for-long-covid-symptoms/ To learn more about the…
This year, the PMR residents and faculty represented the department across several research domains. Dr. Aimee Madsen’s research project titled “Anxiety State Impact on Recovery of Runners with Lower Extremity Injuries” was selected as one of the top projects in the Musculoskeletal Topics section by the American Academy of Physical…
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Ady Correa-Mendoza as she has officially graduated from the HEAL-USA Program, launched by UT Southwestern’s Office of Faculty Diversity & Development. HEAL-USA is…
In January 2021, Sam loaded his wheelchair and himself into his Ford Econoline handicap van and drove the 1,749 miles from Colorado to Florida, hoping to find relief from his litany of health problems.
Dr. Zaremski was the Chief Medical Officer for the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) Under 18 (U18) Baseball World Cup held in Bradenton and Sarasota, Florida from September 9-18, 2022 at the homes of the spring training parks for the Pittsburg Pirates and Baltimore Orioles. Dr. Zaremski’ s responsibilities included implementing…
Congratulations to Caroline Fryar, MD and Shammi Patel, DO! Dr. Fryar was selected to the USA Gymnastics Athlete Recovery Center at the USA Gymnastics National Championships in Tampa, FL, August 18-21, 2022. Dr. Patel was re-elected for the UF GME House…
UF PM&R faculty and residents presented at the Florida Society of Interventional Pain Physicians and Florida Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Annual Conference that was held July 28-31 in Tampa, Florida. Our faculty and residents who presented: Carolyn Geis, MD Jason Zaremski, MD Shammi Patel, DO, PGY3…
We are excited and pleased to welcome residents Drs. Conic, Drozda, Pendem and Thompson!…
On June 1, 2022, Drs. Kevin Vincent and Heather Vincent, presented at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) 2022 Annual Meeting, "Chronic Back Pain Could Be Behind Runners' Knee Problems".
Dr. Heather Vincent speaks to Wall Street Journal reporter, Jill Adams, about muscle soreness. What exactly is soreness? Is it normal – and what do you do about it? Read the new article to learn more:…
Join our free UF Health Throwing Clinic webinar this Sunday, May 15, 7:00 P.M.-8:15 P.M. (EST). Hear from our physician and rehabilitation experts about Tommy John injuries, treatment and prevention just in time to stay safe this summer sports season!…
College of Medicine Celebration of Research 2022 Several faculty and trainees in PMR presented at the 2022 Celebration of Research Day on various topics related to functional outcomes, musculoskeletal pain – fall risk and potential applications for management, and sports injuries. Read more below: TRAIL Lab, Dr. Kim Sibille, Director…
Dr. Zaremski Chairing the Fellowship session and representing UF PM&R and Sports Medicine at the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting 31st Annual Meeting April 9, 2022 -Austin, Tx…
Kevin R. Vincent, MD, PhD, FACSM: Integrative Plenary Lecture at ACSM 2022 Annual Meeting and World Congresses San Diego, California on June 2, 2022. Team-Based Approach to Treating an Injured…
UF Health Physician Presents Study Findings to International Olympic Committee World Conference In November 2021, Jason Zaremski, MD, the co-medical director of the University of Florida Adolescent and High School Sports Medicine Outreach Program, was invited to speak at the prestigious…
Ready, Set, Run! Whether you are new to running or have a drawer full of race shirts, there’s always something you can learn to help keep you running without pain or injury. The directors of the UF Health Running…
We are excited and pleased to announce the successful MATCH for our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program. Thank you to all PM&R Faculty, Residents and Staff for your efforts during recruitment!…
Select Medical today announced that 16 of its inpatient rehabilitation hospitals have been named to Newsweek’s 2021 list of “America’s Best Physical Rehab Centers.” “We are honored that so many of our rehabilitation hospitals, in partnership with joint venture healthcare systems,…
Dr. Kevin Vincent featured in AARP Healthy Living. Discusses gait changes during late 60's to 70's. In the absence of an injury or medical condition causing difficulties, gait changes typically appear during our late 60s to 70s, says Kevin Vincent, M.D.,…
Dr. Jason Zaremski presented "Evidence Basisi for Pitch Amounts for Injury Prevention" to the Orlando Orthopaedic Center Foundation on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at the 2022 18th Annual Cutting Edge Sports Medicine Virtual Conference.
Join Dr. Jason Zaremski on the next AMSMM Online Lecture Series on Wednesday, January 19, featuring an Overhead Athlete Symposia with five expert speakers. Zoom Meeting Information- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7256027024?pwd=VDJZYnlRS2FSSmVRWGZLWmJ5cGc2dz09 Meeting ID: 725 602 7024 Passcode: 309301…
Dr. Heather Vincent, Director of the University of Florida's Health Sports Performance Center, discusses how patients with chronic low back pain, can benefit from therapeutic aquatic exercise.
Promoting Resilience among Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain. Dr. Sibille, UF PM&R Faculty, served as a moderator for a seminar which was part of the International Association for the Study of Pain 2021 Global Year Webinar Series that was presented…
PMR Faculty selected for AAPMR 2021 Research Highlights. The research projects of three UF PMR faculty were selected as the best of all research submissions to the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPMR) annual meeting 2021 in three categories…
Dr. Zaremski presents at the International Olympic Committee’s World Conference on Prevention of Injury and Illness in Sport in Monaco 11/25-11/27/21. Dr Zaremski’s research has focused on the throwing athlete, primarily baseball players and workload.
The UF Throwing Clinic team is proud to present a virtual event for all parents, coaches, and student-athletes that participate in baseball and softball. Participants will receive advice and recommendations on how to prepare for the upcoming season. Thursday, December 16th…
Headgear significantly reduces girls’ lacrosse concussions, landmark UF Health study finds Girls who play the sport in states that don’t require headgear had a 59% higher concussion rate than players in Florida, the only state with a headgear mandate.
Dr. Kevin Vincent talks importance of team sports as people age The excitement of a home run doesn't mean much if there's no one in the dugout to celebrate it. A dragon boat can't power across the finish line with just…
U.S. News & World Report ranks University of Florida fifth among top public universities in its 2022 Best Colleges rankings Read Full…
UF College of Medicine Launches New Clinical Department Seven years in the making, UF College of Medicine inaugurated its department of physical medicine and rehabilitation and residency program July 1. The department of PM&R became UF College of Medicine’s first new…
Dr. Jason Zaremski Invited Podcast. Weighted Ball Velocity Throwing Program with Dr. Devin McFadden. Recorded July 11th, 2021. Podcast for the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) with a reach of more than 4400 members…
UF College of Medicine adds first new clinical department in 30 years The University of Florida College of Medicine has launched the department of physical medicine and rehabilitation, or PM&R, the first time in 30 years a new clinical department has…
AMSSM Service Award: Presented to Dr. Jason Zaremski for his service to the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) as the 29th Annual Meeting Program Chair for the 2020 AMSSM Annual Meeting.
Dr. Carolyn Geis and Stroke Rehabilitation Care Team presents at BRAINWeek 2021 Live Virtual Conference May 7-9, 2021. Successful Stroke Rehabilitation: Meet the Collaborative Care Team Reidland Bredy, DPT and Sherry Lynne Bredy, OT…
Dr. Dubin has been awarded AANEM Ernest Johnson Outstanding Educator for 2021. The award will be presented at AANEM's Annual Meeting in Aurora, Colorado, October 13-16, 2021.
PMR presenting faculty represent UF at AMSSM Drs. Herman, Vincent and Zaremski presented a variety of scientific and clinical talks at the 30th annual American Medical Society of Sports Medicine (AMSSM) virtual meeting on April 13-18, 2021: When Knee Pain Isn’t…
Dr. Heather Vincent presents at Innovations Conference “Dr. Heather Vincent partnered with Dr. Angelina Bernier and were selected to present at the Primary Care Innovations Conference: Building a Community of Innovators hosted by UF on April 16, 2021. They have built…
Dr. Jason Zaremski has been re-elected to the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM) Board of Directors for a 2nd term.
Dr. Carolyn Geis was invited presenter at 8th Annual UF Stroke Conference March 4, 2021. Dr. Geis was among the featured faculty in this virtual event. She presented on the timely topic, “Disparities in Stroke Care”. Her talk provided insight on…
Dr. Heather Vincent was a presenter in the Virtual CME Lecture series “Approach to Pediatric Obesity” for Pediatric Primary and Specialty Care Providers on March 3, 2021. Dr. Vincent presented on “Fitness Assessment and SMART Goals”. Her talk highlighted the research-based…
Dr. Kevin Vincent Presents to AMSSM Fellowship Online Lecture Series Watch Lecture…
Dr. Heather Vincent was appointed to the Communications Committee of the Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI). The goals of this international committee are to expand the reach and application of the osteoarthritis and joint health related science to the public, clinicians and other scientific venues and promote the events hosted…
Runner's World Interview: How to Know When Your Pain Is Actually a Symptom of Nerve Damage. Dr. Kevin Vincent and 2 other experts explain when it could signal something more…
