American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

As the premier medical society for the specialty of physical medicine and rehabilitation, AAPM&R is the only organization exclusively serving the needs of practicing PM&R physicians.

​Vision Statement

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation will be the leader in assisting PM&R physicians to acquire the continuing education, practice knowledge, leadership skills, and research findings needed to provide quality patient care, and to represent the best interests of patients with, or at risk for, temporary or permanent disabilities.

Mission Statement

The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation serves its member physicians by advancing the specialty of physical medicine and rehabilitation, promoting excellence in physiatric practice, and advocating on public policy issues related to persons with disabling conditions.

Core Purpose

To advance our members’ ability to serve patients