Highly skilled specialists with extensive expertise
Our Yale Medicine physiatrists specialize in the nonsurgical treatment of conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and nervous system. We also treat patients suffering from chronic pain, as well as those who want to improve athletic function or performance.
Physiatrists, also known as physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) specialists, are doctors who have completed many years of advanced training including medical school, residency, and, frequently, fellowship training—to specialize in areas such as interventional spine and sports medicine. Treating the person, not just the problem, is central to the care they provide. So, in addition to asking about your particular problem, a physiatrist may ask about your related medical, daily lifestyle, and occupational needs, and ergonomics.
Our physiatrists work side-by-side with other specialists, including orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, radiologists, and physical therapists.
