We are excited to introduce the 2026 match cohort into our Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program. We are thrilled to welcome this outstanding group!

Jordan Cruse | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

Yichen Fang | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

Royce Le  | University of Virginia School of Medicine

Eli Snyder  | University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine

Liam Tipton-Fletcher | University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine

Adithi Tirumalai | University of Central Florida College of Medicine

Jimmy Wen | California Northstate University College of Medicine

This year marks the successful launch of our inaugural Interventional Spine Workshop, a milestone achievement for our program. We extend our sincere appreciation to Dr. Rittenberg for his exceptional leadership and coordination, and to Drs. Huynh, Goldring, Levin, Smuck, and Stephens for their invaluable expertise and contributions in bringing this initiative to life.

Well done to all of our residents who gained hands-on, high-impact experience during the Resident Ultrasound Cadaver Lab on October 29, 2025! An immersive training session designed to strengthen procedural skills and deepen anatomical understanding. Through guided instruction and real-time ultrasound practice, our residents refined techniques essential to patient care.

We are pleased to recognize an outstanding achievement by one of our own residents, Dr. Hye-Jin Clark!

Dr. Clark has been awarded the Graduate Medical Education Well-Being Grant in support of her innovative proposal, ShieldHER: Redefining Radiation Protection for Women in Medicine. Her project addresses an important gap in occupational safety by advancing radiation protection measures specifically designed for women in medical training and practice.

This accomplishment reflects Dr. Clark’s strong commitment to promoting safety, equity, and well-being in healthcare. Her initiative exemplifies the leadership and forward-thinking approach we value within our residency program.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Clark on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to have her as a member of our community.

Congratulations to Dr. Katherine Lumetta on successfully matching into the Sports Medicine Fellowship at UIC. This outstanding accomplishment reflects her dedication, perseverance, and commitment to advancing the care of athletes and the field of musculoskeletal medicine. We wish Dr. Lumetta continued success as she embarks on this exciting next chapter—UIC is fortunate to welcome her. Here’s to a rewarding and impactful fellowship year ahead.

We are proud to share the exciting news that our PGY-4's successfully matched at their top-choice fellowship programs!

Dr. Hye-Jin Clark has matched at UCLA, joining the institution’s inaugural Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) cohort. She will be training in a program distinguished for its expertise in anesthesia-based pain management, contributing to the foundation of a new and dynamic pathway in PM&R.

Dr. Paul Mgbam has matched at UCSF, remaining in the Bay Area to join one of the nation’s most prestigious training programs. This opportunity aligns with his professional aspirations and reflects his exceptional commitment to the field.We’re so proud of their achievements and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in the field of interventional spine care!

Congratulations to our incredible PGY4s on matching into Interventional Spine Fellowships! 

Dr. Dustin Randall matched at his top choice — the University of Utah!

Dr. Matthew Kaufman matched at UCSF and will be their inaugural spine fellow!

We’re so proud of their achievements and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in the field of interventional spine care!

A special thank you to our outstanding Visiting Professor guest speaker, and resident resident research day judge, Dr. David Cifu. 

His talk titled “An Evidence-Based Approach to TBI: Optimizing Outcomes, Preventing Dementia,” was exceptional and provided a wealth of valuable insights. Dr. Cifu's thoughtful feedback on the residents' presentations that followed was greatly appreciated and contributed significantly to the overall learning experience.

They were amazing as were all our Residents who presented, always so wonderful to see and hear the many things they are a part of … 

Stanford PM&R Residents are the BEST OF THE BEST!

Celebrating Excellence in PM&R: 2nd Annual PM&R Distinguished Alum Grand Rounds

On April 16th, Stanford PM&R hosted its 2nd Annual PM&R Distinguished Alum Grand Rounds, featuring Dr. Brandee Waite, a graduate of the Stanford PM&R Residency Class of 2004. As the Director of Sports Medicine and Professor of PM&R at UC Davis, Dr. Waite delivered an inspiring lecture titled “PM&R Glow Up: Reimagining Physiatry Center Stage in 2025,” highlighting the future of physical medicine and rehabilitation.

This event underscores our commitment to celebrating the achievements of our alumni and fostering a vibrant community. We are proud of Dr. Waite and all our alumni making significant contributions to the field.

Thank you to everyone who attended!

We are proud to announce another exceptional Match for Stanford PM&R. We are thrilled to welcome this outstanding cohort to our program and look forward to the talent, dedication, and innovation they will bring to the field of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Welcome to the Farm!

The Stanford PM&R Residency Class of 2029

• Jennifer Addleman, Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine – California
• Kelly Bowman, Georgetown University School of Medicine
• Dominic Giuliani, California Health Sciences University College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Brandon Goenawan, University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine
• Katherine Kim, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine
• David Lee, University of Virginia School of Medicine
• Jackson Weber, Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University