Academics
Didactics
The Mary Free Bed PM&R residency program offers a comprehensive and engaging didactic curriculum designed to enhance learning and prepare residents for clinical practice and board certification.
Diverse Learning Techniques
- Case-based presentations
- “Chalk talks”
- Demonstrations and panel discussions
- Journal clubs and discussions
- Hands-on training in ultrasound and electrodiagnostic medicine
Anatomy Week
Participate in live anatomical prosections at the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in Grand Rapids, held annually.
Structured Schedule
Residents engage in 4–6 hours of didactic education weekly, with topics relevant to clinical practice and board preparation.
Current Didactic Schedule
- Monday: Hospital Grand Rounds (12:00–1:00 PM)
- Tuesday: Didactic Session (7:30–8:30 AM)
- Wednesday: Didactic Session (1:00–3:00 PM)
- Thursday: Didactic Session (7:30–8:30 AM)
In addition to the weekly schedule, residents participate in:
- Morbidity & Mortality education sessions
- Subspecialty conferences
- Journal club
- Patient safety and quality improvement rounds
Web-Based Modules: Online instructional content complements in-person learning for a blended teaching environment.
- Topics Include
Functional anatomy
Physical examination and history
Diagnostic ultrasound
Electrodiagnostic medicine
Orthotics & prosthetics
Radiology
Gait, kinesiology, kinematics
Biofeedback
Wheelchairs & durable medical equipment
Research methodology
Therapeutic exercise and modalities
Psychometric and vocational testing
Bioethics
Pediatric rehabilitation
Spinal cord injury
Traumatic brain injury
Stroke rehabilitation
Cancer rehabilitation
Cardiac rehabilitation
Pulmonary rehabilitation
Musculoskeletal injuries and treatment
Rheumatologic conditions
Spine care
Sports medicine
Practice management: career goals, contract negotiation, financial management
And more.