“Stanford University has always fostered the creative and innovative mind, along with leadership and top-level research. It thrives on 'thinking outside of the box', and to develop those who desire to become leaders and innovators in their field. Our Residents have the means to develop whatever they aspire to do in PM&R, we have access to all the resources you may need, given this is Silicon Valley; as well as the opportunity for close collaboration with other Stanford University departments; a top level model TBI and SCI system at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, and one of only five Polytrauma Centers within the VA.”

Dr. Jeffery Teraoka
Clinical Assoc. Professor
Dept. of Ortho
Chief, PM&R, VAPAHCS

"After 25 years in practice, the most enjoyable part of my job has become working with, and educating the Stanford residents.  And that includes keeping in touch after graduation to help navigate job situations, share experiences, and learn from each other for our own careers, as well as for the education of the next generation of residents."  

Marc Wakasa, MD
St. Mary's Medical Center-Dignity Health

"The sum total of the Stanford PM&R experience is incalculable...the diversity of our faculty and residents adds an unparalleled richness, the display of dedication and compassion on the wards and in the clinics to treat our patients like we would want our own family to be treated is inspiring, the camaraderie in teaching and working with residents is invigorating and fun, the contributions to the field of PM&R by all levels of resident trainees and faculty never ceases to amaze me."

Edward Chaw, DO
Assoc. Chief, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine
Dept. of PM&R
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

"Some of the greatest things about working with residents and fellows are their intellectual curiosity, zest for learning, and energy levels!"

Vivian Shih, MD
Clinical Associate Professor of PM&R
Dept of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation
Stanford University School of Medicine