Advancing PM&R: An AAPM&R Podcast

Advancing PM&R is the official podcast of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, the national medical society representing physiatrists across the United States. The show brings listeners into direct conversation with leading voices in the field, covering everything from clinical practice updates to health policy developments that shape how rehabilitation medicine is delivered. Episodes feature interviews with researchers presenting new findings, clinicians sharing practice innovations, and thought leaders discussing the future direction of the specialty. The podcast is particularly strong on topics like health equity in rehabilitation, workforce development challenges, and the integration of new technologies into physiatric practice. Whether you are a seasoned attending physiatrist looking to stay current on Academy initiatives or a medical student exploring PM&R as a career path, the show offers perspectives you will not find in journal articles alone. The conversational format makes dense policy and clinical topics more accessible without sacrificing depth. New episodes arrive regularly and tend to run 20 to 40 minutes, making them ideal for commute listening. The show does an especially good job of connecting day-to-day clinical concerns with broader systemic issues in rehabilitation medicine, giving listeners a more complete picture of where the specialty stands and where it is heading.