A Physiatrist is a doctor with expertise in a variety of neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.  In addition to evaluating and treating peripheral nerve and muscle disorders, sports and musculoskeletal injuries, strokes and other conditions, physiatrist perform diagnostic tests, particularly EMG/NCV studies.  In addition to working closely with primary care and specialty doctors, we also work extensively with physical, occupational and speech therapists as well as prosthetists and orthotists(artificial limb and brace makers).

Physiatrists are doctors (MD or DO degree) who attend standard medical schooling, then train in at least one year of internship and three additional years of specialty training. Physiatrists are not physical therapists, podiatrists, or psychiatrists!

However, we work with all of the above and other primary care doctors,surgeons, and other specialists.