The question of whether to pursue fellowship training is a tough one. Some believe that the knowledge and expertise gained during fellowship training is an indispensable asset to their professional career, while others believe that solid residency training in general rehabilitation is sufficient for a future in this field.
Need help making the decision? AAPM&R and the Resident Physician Council offer these two resources to help you decide on a fellowship opportunity that meets your needs.
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In response to feedback from residents and other members, AAPM&R recently upgraded its Fellowship Database. The database is a searchable listing of PM&R fellowship opportunities within the United States, which represents the broad clinical diversity of the specialty of PM&R. Information in the Fellowship Database is self reported by fellowship directors. Only AAPM&R members have exclusive access to this informational resource. Click here to access the Fellowship Database.
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The Resident Physician Council recently updated its handy resource, Roadmap to a Fellowship. Revised annually by the Academy’s resident leaders, this valuable document provides in-depth information to help guide residents on their path to choosing a fellowship opportunity that meets their needs. Click here to access the roadmap.
Still need assistance? Use these external resources to determine what subspecialties interest you.
The Association of Academic Physiatrists' Directory of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Training Programs. The directory contains a fellowship listing. You can view the directory at http://www.physiatry.org/Publications_Residency_Training_Directory.cfm.
American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM). You can obtain a listing of electrodiagnostic medicine fellowships by visiting the AANEM Web site at http://www.aanem.org/Education/Resources/Fellowships.aspx
American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM). Additional training is available in this area through a two-year residency program. You can learn more by calling ACOEM at (847) 818-1800 or by visiting http://www.acoem.org.
Becoming well informed about the various fellowships offered is essential in making this decision. Information can also be obtained by rotating at the programs in consideration, reading available literature, and talking to program directors, fellows (former or current), and residents who have had some experience with the programs in consideration.