2025 Q&A Fellowship Series: Neuromuscular & Spasticity Medicine-Neuromuscular and Spasticity Medicine

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This Summer Fellowship Series, hosted by the AAP's Resident Fellow Council, features a focus on neuromuscular and spasticity fellowships. This installment is introduced by Melina Landry and hosted by Diane Nguyen, with insights shared by experts in the field.<br /><br />Panelists include Dr. Kimberly Heckert from Thomas Jefferson University and Dr. Cindy Ivanhoe from UT Health Houston, who discuss their respective spasticity fellowship programs. Dr. Heckert's program emphasizes expertise in comprehensive spasticity management, while Dr. Ivanhoe highlights their first-year program and interdisciplinary opportunities at UT Health.<br /><br />The session also features Dr. Angela Taylor from the Medical College of Wisconsin, describing her exposure to varied non-surgical spasticity management techniques and support resources during her fellowship. The neuromuscular medicine section includes Dr. James Meiling and Dr. Michael Cartwright, focusing on the fellowship’s focus on advanced diagnostics like EMG and ultrasound. They emphasize the diverse and collaborative training environment. Dr. Amber Rossell provides guidance on the neuromuscular fellowship application process, emphasizing the ANM portal as a key resource. She shares insights into important considerations when choosing a program, such as location, exposure, and personal interests alignment.<br /><br />Throughout the Q&A, panelists shed light on potential research opportunities, career impact, and strategies for maximizing fellowship experience, including tailoring rotations to individual career goals. The panel offers a thorough overview, encouraging prospective applicants to consider how these programs align with their professional aspirations in specialized medicine.

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Welcome to AAP’s Fellowship Summer Series: Spotlight on Neuromuscular & Spasticity Medicine

The Association of Academic Physiatrists is pleased to present this session in the Fellowship Summer Series, highlighting career paths in Neuromuscular and Spasticity Medicine. This session brings together a diverse group of educators, fellows, and future fellows to share their experiences, training journeys, and insights into two highly specialized and impactful areas of physiatry.

You'll hear from leaders in Spasticity Medicine as well as those pursuing or recently completing training in Neuromuscular Medicine. This discussion will provide valuable information on fellowship structure, clinical exposure, and how to navigate the application process.

Featured Speakers – Spasticity Medicine:

Kimberly Heckert, MD – Thomas Jefferson University

Cindy Ivanhoe, MD – UTHealth Houston

Angela Taylor, DO – Fellow, Medical College of Wisconsin

Featured Speakers – Neuromuscular Medicine:

James Meiling, DO – Mayo Clinic

Krish Bharat, MD – UPMC

Whether you’re exploring one of these subspecialties or considering how they fit into your long-term career path, this session offers direct insight into training, daily practice, and fellowship decision-making in both Neuromuscular and Spasticity Medicine.

Keywords

Summer Fellowship Series

AAP Resident Fellow Council

neuromuscular fellowships

spasticity fellowships

Melina Landry

Diane Nguyen

spasticity management

interdisciplinary opportunities

neuromuscular medicine

fellowship application process