Community Networks

Community Networks are virtual groups that provide community and collaboration among physiatrists with similar social or non-clinical interests. Community Networks are Academy-wide, across Councils.

African American Physiatrists

A virtual forum that discuss the concerns and needs of African American physiatrists.

International Rehabilitation Medicine

A virtual forum for the exchange of ideas, information and opinions regarding the practice of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation overseas.

Physicians with Disabilities

A virtual forum to exchange resources and information to fellow physiatrists on methods for practice with various disabilities.

Practice Technology

A virtual forum to exchange information, dissemination of technical knowledge, and the development of applications relevant to computer use in clinical, administrative, and academic activities.

Research

A virtual forum for physiatrists engaged in research to exchange information and ideas, to facilitate collaboration in research activities, and to advocate for funding and training in rehabilitation research.

Rural Physiatrists

A virtual forum to share information, knowledge, skills which are integrated to the successful practice of physiatry in a rural environment.

VA Physiatrists

A virtual forum for members who are involved in work at the facilities operated by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs that provide care for veterans, their eligible spouses and dependants.

Women Physiatrists

A virtual forum for women physiatrists to exchange ideas, establish networks, and mentor leadership skills.

How can I join a Community Network?

As with the Councils, Academy members may join any or all Community Networks, and there is no fee for enrollment. Members can join or change their enrollment in a virtual community at any time online. Upon joining, members will automatically be placed on the listserve associated with that Council or Community Network.

Background on the Community Networks

A concern of the AAPM&R Board of Governors has been how to facilitate the Academy’s responsibility for the aspect of membership that is social, or at least non-clinical. To encourage and maintain networking among physiatrists with social or non-clinical interests, the Academy created “Community Networks.” The Academy provides electronic connections for these groups to interact through the current listserves. Community Networks are not required to convene business meetings; however, they may have space to meet during the Annual Assembly if desired.

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