Dr. Tim Doherty, Chair/Chief

Welcome to the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Western University. 

Through our clinical work, research and education programs, our department is committed to maximizing function and participation in life for those with disabling conditions including stroke, spinal cord injury, acquired brain injury, amputations, and neuromuscular disorders.
 

Mission

Our mission is to continue to develop expertise as an academic and clinical department; to provide exemplary patient care in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation throughout London and the Southwestern Ontario region; to advocate for physically disabled persons and their families for their rights in society; to create a departmental environment that values the contribution of each members.

Our Location

The Department is located at the Parkwood Hospital site of St. Joseph's Health Care London. The Department maintains a presence at St. Joseph's Health Care London, Mount Hope Site (EMG Clinic) and Grosvenor Site (Pain Clinic) .

Our History

The University of Western Ontario Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation was originally started at a single site, Victoria Hospital. It later expanded to three sites in 1972 and a fourth site was added at Parkwood Hospital in 1984. The Department was consolidated to a single site at Parkwood Hospital in 2002.

Values

1. Excellence in clinical care, education and research on a local, provincial and
   national level.
2. Strong physician advocacy of clinical excellence in rehabilitation programs.
3. All members committed, with differing skills, to the departmental mandates of
   research, teaching and service.
4. Fair and transparent distribution of department resources.
5. Respect for the professional and personal needs of department members.
 

Vision

1. We will strive for excellence in research and education.
2. We will develop internationally recognized research programs.
3. We will become an acclaimed leader within St. Joseph’s Health Care London.
4. We will provide excellence in clinical care and clinical leadership.
5. We will strive towards a united department where all members have a valued role.