The AAP’s Resident/ Fellow Council (RFC) is every in-training physiatrists’ resource for year-round personal and professional development opportunities. We have representatives on every AAP committee and subcommittee working alongside leaders in the field to ensure trainees have a voice in every level of the AAP. We also plan the AAP Annual Meeting resident/ fellow track and networking night, provide mentorship to medical students, and much more.
We know that leadership opportunities in the RFC are limited, so we created even more opportunities for you to serve! Stay plugged in to our podcasts, social media channels, webinars, and more to see all of the great resources coming out of our subcommittees.
Technology Subcommittee – Generates and publishes podcasts on a variety of interesting topics for AAP members, from interviews with Department Chairs and tips on applying to fellowship to hot topics in the field (and everything in between!)
Chair: Rajit Banerjee, MD
Research & QI Subcommittee – Progresses translational and clinical research opportunities and supports the research endeavors of young PM&R professionals through toolkits, podcasts, grand rounds, and mentoring
Chair: Marya Ghazzi, DO
Social Media Subcommittee – Maintains the AAP’s social media channels by creating and posting content on the different programs and initiatives within the AAP, innovations in the field, and unique member spotlights
Chair: Katrina Ngo, DO
Well-Being Subcommittee – Raises awareness about the importance of well-being and burnout prevention through “Words of Wellness” in each issue of Physiatry Forward (the AAP’s member magazine), the AAP’s website, social media posts (“Wellness Wednesdays”), virtual events (Annual Fitness Challenge, Book Club), and more!
Chair: Catherine Kingry, MD
RFC at Annual Meeting
Every year at the AAP’s Annual Meeting, the RFC works with leaders to create workshops and sessions designed for your educational and career development needs. Here’s a look some of the sessions we’ve planned in the past:
Resident, Fellow & Medical Student Boot Camp
Beyond the Case Report: Maximizing Scholarly Activity During PM&R Training
Eager to meet your peers to learn, grow and share together? The RFC strives to create a community for all current and future physiatry trainees. So when we’re not laughing and connecting at the AAP’s Annual Meeting, you can find us in the below ways.
Read and submit to AJPM&R’s Resident and Fellow Section
AJPM&R Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Walter Frontera, has created the “Resident and Fellow Section,” a new section of the journal with published articles authored by trainees in physiatry covering topics relevant to our training. Learn more and submit content for peer-review!
Podcasts
The AAP develops podcasts that discuss a variety of topics aimed at answering questions you may face during training such as choosing mentors, choosing a fellowship, job searching and contract negotiations, the road to becoming a department chair, and more!
Mentoring Program for Medical Students
The AAP’s Resident/Fellow Council (RFC) has developed a mentoring program for medical students who range from a budding interest in PM&R to those dedicated to the specialty. Learn more and sign up to be a mentor to support the next generation of physiatrists!
Residents can easily locate ACGME accredited fellowship programs through the AAP’s Fellowship Directory broken down by physiatry subspecialties brain injury medicine, neuromuscular medicine, pain medicine, pediatric rehabilitation, spinal cord injury and sports medicine.
Virtual Campus
The AAP’s Virtual Campus is your on-demand resource for comprehensive academic physiatry information and education. Find webinars, annual meeting sessions, e-leadership, virtual didactics and more.
Research Badges
AAP members have access to online research and publication training modules developed specifically for in-training physiatrists and young faculty. Completion of the modules will help you start your journey into rehabilitation research while strengthening your fellowship applications and CVs.
Essential Articles in PM&R
This collection was compiled by Gerard Francisco, MD and a group of physiatry program directors and residents.
Essential Articles in PM&R Collection III (2010-2015 Update)
Essential Articles in PM&R Collection II (2004-2010 Update)
Essential Articles in PM&R Collection I (1980-2003)
Presentations & Videos
Getting Your Dream Job: A Guide to Job Searching, Negotiations and Career Satisfaction
An Introduction to Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
International Physiatry and Professional Organizations
Learn about PM&R from Practicing Physiatrists
References Triple D (compiled by Joel DeLisa, MD, MS)
