The goal of the residency program of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of North Carolina is to develop medical graduates into outstanding practicing physiatrists. |
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Training includes diagnosis and treatment of patients of all ages suffering from painful or functionally limiting conditions, the management of comorbidities and coimpairments, diagnostic and therapeutic injection procedures, electrodiagnostic medicine, and especially the prevention and management of complications of disability from secondary conditions. Our physiatrists diagnose and treat neurologic, musculoskeletal, and other organ system impairments, and manage treatment of patients with long-term disabling conditions. The physiatrists lead multidisciplinary teams that work with the patient and family to achieve maximal development or restoration of physical, psychological, social, occupational and vocational functions in persons with disabilities. Our residency program offers a wide range of clinical, educational, and research opportunities, including balanced clinical experiences, organized educational programs, and daily interactions with experienced faculty, including:
We invite you to explore what we offer, and to join us as you embark on this exciting Michael Y. Lee, M.D., M.H.A. |
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