February 28 - March 6, 2026

Virtual Conference

Agenda

NEEDS STATEMENT

There is a critical need for a structured, comprehensive review course to support physicians preparing for certification by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR). As part of the certification requirements, candidates must demonstrate satisfactory performance on a rigorous examination covering the full scope of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R). This certification examination is administered in two components: Part I, a computer‑based examination, and Part II, an oral examination. Given the scope and complexity of knowledge assessed across both formats, physicians require focused, high‑quality educational resources to reinforce core content, integrate clinical reasoning, and improve exam readiness. This review course is designed to address these needs and support candidates pursuing initial board certification or preparing for written and oral boards in PM&R.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This activity is intended for physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians, residents and fellows, family medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, neurorehabilitation physicians, and allied health professionals in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation.

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this activity, the participant should be able to:

• Identify and describe the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of disease and injuries that lead to the development of physical and cognitive disabilities.
• Describe the physical medicine and rehabilitation methods and modalities used in treating persons with injuries, diseases, and disabilities.
• Identify techniques for risk factor modification, diagnosis, and treatment of predictable medical complications for persons with disabilities.
• Describe state of the art clinical practice of physiatry based on current research in physical medicine and rehabilitation and associated fields.

EDUCATIONAL METHODS

Lecture, Panel Discussion, Case Study and Small Group Breakout Session

EVALUATION

Evaluation by questionnaire will address program content, presentation, and possible bias.

Course Director

Lisa Wenzel, M.D. 
Assistant Professor, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Baylor College of Medicine