American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R)

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) is the national medical specialty organization representing more than 10,000 physicians who are specialists in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R). PM&R physicians, also known as physiatrists, treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. Physiatrists utilize cutting‐edge as well as time‐tested treatments to maximize function and quality of life.

Mission:
AAPM&R leads the advancement of physiatry’s impact throughout health care.

Vision:
AAPM&R will ensure that:
• Physiatrists are the essential medical experts in value-based evaluation, diagnosis, and management of neuromusculoskeletal and disabling conditions.
• Physiatrists are indispensable leaders in directing rehabilitation and recovery, and in preventing injury and disease.
• Physiatrists are vital in optimizing outcomes and function early and throughout the continuum of patient care.