PM&R - Is It The Hidden Gem of The Medical Field?

🔥 Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) is one of the coolest medical specialties that you've probably never considered as a career path.

But, as Dr. Adam Nessim, today's guest and PM&R resident says: "If you like interacting with patients, building long-term relationships, & enjoy working with the musculoskeletal system, then PM&R might be right for you".

Today, I've got the pleasure of sitting down for the 3rd time with my friend & colleague Dr. Adam Nessim.

Let's dive into today's episode.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction to Dr. Adam Nessim and PM&R
1:10 - What is PM&R and what does a Physiatrist do?
3:00 - PM&R sub-specialties
3:45 - Do you build long-term patient relationships in PM&R?
5:45 - What drew you to the field of PM&R?
7:30 - Interventions & procedures done in PM&R
10:20 - How demanding is a career in PM&R?
12:30 - What have you enjoyed most so far in your 1st yr of residency?
14:45 - Your plans to combine PM&R and business
22:00 - Are PM&R docs happy with their careers?
26:45 - Advice for anyone considering PM&R
29:50 - Can I go into pain management after my PM&R residency?
32:00 - Characteristics of someone who goes into PM&R
34:00 - What’s your 20 second elevator pitch to convince someone to go into PM&R?

Dr. Nessim's social media channels:

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Be sure to check out Dr. Adam Nessim's Instagram channel to learn more about what it's like to be a PM&R resident - instagram.com/adam_nessim