PM&R Scholars Podcast

PM&R Scholars Podcast is a resident-driven educational show that approaches physical medicine and rehabilitation from a learner-focused perspective. Created by PMR Scholars, the podcast covers clinical topics, board review material, and professional development subjects that are directly relevant to residents in training and early-career physiatrists. The show stands out for its peer-to-peer educational model, where residents and fellows share insights from their own training experiences alongside evidence-based clinical content. Topics range from common PM&R conditions and procedures to career advice, fellowship guidance, and research opportunities in the field. The podcast fills an important niche by addressing the specific learning needs of trainees who are building their clinical foundation in physiatry. Episodes are structured to be educational without being overly formal, creating an approachable learning environment that complements more traditional didactic resources. The show has been particularly valuable for medical students considering PM&R as a specialty, offering an unfiltered look at what training actually involves. For practicing physiatrists, it can serve as a refresher on foundational topics or provide insight into how the next generation of specialists is being trained. The show demonstrates the strong culture of mentorship and education that characterizes the PM&R community. Episodes are released regularly and have built a growing library of content that covers most major areas of PM&R education and training. The show is freely available on all major podcast platforms.