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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 8d

✍️ Call for Proposals—#ISPRM2026 is now accepting submissions! Shape the future of rehab medicine: share research, spark innovation, drive change.

🌊 Submit by Oct 20: zurl.co/qUNK6
🌍 Register now and join us in Vancouver: zurl.co/3ECc8

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 14d

⏰ 1 week left! ⏰
App for the Rehabilitation Medicine Scientist Training Program (RMSTP) close Oct 1.

Residents, fellows, or junior faculty: this is your chance to gain mentorship, training, and join a community of physician-scientists!

Apply now 👉 zurl.co/Ps8SA

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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 15d

🚨 Last chance to catch our Road to Residency webinars this year! 🚨

📅 Sept 30: Bonus MS1/MS2 Intro to PM&R
📅 NEW! Oct 7: IMG
📅 Oct 14: Rank Lists, Deciphering Programs, & Post-Interview Follow Up

👉 Submit questions + get advice from the experts: zurl.co/Bquh3

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 16d

Shana Tova! 🍎🍯

As we welcome the Jewish New Year, we reflect on renewal, healing & community. Just as PM&R helps patients recover, rebuild & adapt, may this year bring sweetness, health & new beginnings to all who celebrate. ✨

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 21d

🚀 Push the frontiers of #RehabMedicine research with the AAP RMSTP!

Mentorship. Training. A national network of physician-scientists. Build your research career & shape the future of patient care.

🗓 Apply by Oct 1: zurl.co/58q57

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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 21d

🌴 Registration is OPEN for #Physiatry26!

See you there for:
✨ Breakthrough research
✨ Career-boosting connections
✨ Puerto Rico sunshine ☀️

👉Make it official with an Early Bird Discount: zurl.co/rqcQn
🏨Hotel info coming soon!

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 24d

🙌 Shoutout to Dr. Brendan L. McNeish on receiving a K23 5-year award for his PM&R research! His success shows the impact of the AAP Rehab Medicine Scientist Training Program (RMSTP) .

🚀 Ready to advance your research career? Apply for RMSTP by Oct 1: zurl.co/a2cLS

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · 28d

👥 Our members are on Capitol Hill today championing the vital role of #physiatry in patient care.

Programs like APPL prepare leaders for advocacy moments like this.

📢 Ready to effect lasting change? Apply for APPL now: zurl.co/4xG8K

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Sep 9

🙌Great news: you can still apply for PAL & APPL!

Whether you’re building a leadership foundation or looking to make an impact in DC, these programs open doors in your career.

👉 PAL: apply by Sept 15: zurl.co/X84r6
👉 APPL: apply by Oct 1: zurl.co/9n4TF

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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Sep 9

⏳ 2 days left to submit your abstract for #Physiatry26!

Your research deserves the spotlight—from cash prizes for top posters to career-boosting exposure, this is your moment.

⚡Don’t wait, submit your abstract by tomorrow at 11:59PM: zurl.co/2AewW

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Sep 8

🚨 Only 3 days left to submit your abstract for #Physiatry26!

Escape to Puerto Rico with us this February and showcase your research in our renowned poster hall while you're there.

👉 Review guidelines & submit: zurl.co/cRvc7

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Sep 5

✨ Submissions OPEN for the Fall 2025 #Physiatry Forward!
This edition spotlights how advancing #PMR drives patient success.

🎤 Share your story. Inspire our community.
🗓️ Deadline to submit: Sept 1
👉Submit now: zurl.co/KVGyk

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 27

From the statehouse ➡️ to Capitol Hill, our members are raising their voices for #physiatry and #rehabmedicine 💪

The APPL Program trains the next wave of leaders to do just that. Ready to step up?

🗓Learn more and apply by Sept 1: zurl.co/y7cnf

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 27

🚩 Oops—we flew the wrong flag in our article on Puerto Rico. Thanks to our sharp-eyed readers for catching it! The e-version has been fixed just in time to celebrate #Physiatry26 in PR this Feb

👉 Read the article (pg 11) in the latest Physiatry Forward: zurl.co/bdPLU

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 22

🔬 Curious about regenerative medicine?
Join us in Chicago this Nov for Regen Rehab ’25—exploring the latest research, real-world cases & clinical challenges in #RegenMed + #rehab.

⏰ Early bird ends Aug 28!
👉 zurl.co/FJk4f

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 21

🚀 Our inaugural #PhysiatryNXT is underway! This career-focused meeting connects residents & early-career physiatrists with mentors through workshops & candid convos—building skills, insights & connections for the future of #physiatry.

📍In Chicago at NXT right now?—tag us!

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 18

💡 Leadership training isn’t all lectures—sometimes it’s rock-paper-scissors at #AAP2025!

The 3-year PAL program builds skills, confidence & connections for junior #PMR faculty.
📈 Work hard. Have fun. Lead well.
👉 Apply by Sept 1: zurl.co/xLqXM

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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Aug 4

📣Out now: summer ed. of Physiatry Forward: the Advocacy issue!

From defending health policy to championing patients’ rights: physiatrists are uniquely positioned to be voices for change.

👉Download & contribute: zurl.co/AIAIB
💪Get involved: zurl.co/JAUBm

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 23

We're looking for early-through-established-career #physiatrists to serve on our Research, LDRC, Public Policy, or Governance Committees OR on the Physiatry Foundation Advisory Bureau (FAB).

⏰The deadline has been extended! Apply by July 31 👉zurl.co/CWCSV

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 18

📚 Studying for board exams? Let us help you prep with the AAP Question Bank! Benefits include:
✅ Up-to-date questions added each year
✅ Detailed explanations and references
✅ Discounted cost thru Monday, July 21

Check it out now 👉 zurl.co/Feo5Z

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Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 17

📣Applications are now OPEN for our three renowned programs: RMSTP, PAL, & APPL!

AAP’s educational programs help you lead, research, and grow the specialty. Looking to take your #physiatry career to the next level?

Three paths. One step: apply today 👉 zurl.co/GWASM

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 11

⏰Time’s almost up to get discounted registration for #PhysiatryNXT!

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure your spot at a meeting designed to level up your skills, make connections, and shape the future of #physiatry.

👉 Register by Tues, July 15: zurl.co/yTimS

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 9

Help shape the future of #physiatry by applying to serve on an AAP Committee or the Physiatry Foundation Advisory Bureau!

You’ll build leadership skills, grow your network, boost your CV, and make a lasting impact.

Don't wait! Apps close July 10 👉zurl.co/3cV1l

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jul 1

🎉New Residents Welcome: today begins the next chapter of your medical career!

As you dive into your first year of residency, build your skills, and take strides toward a future in #physiatry, we’ve got your back every step of the way 💪

Cheers to a wonderful first year!

Association of Academic Physiatrists (AAP) @aaphysiatrists.bsky.social · Jun 26

Just starting out, seasoned faculty, or somewhere in between? You belong at AAP. Try out our community of academic #physiatry leaders & rising stars with a 2 month free trial!

👉Read more about the benefits of membership & use the code TRYAAP to claim: zurl.co/jCS0d