"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

“Working with the residents and fellows is easily one of the most rewarding parts of my day. Every year I am amazed by the new group of residents. I appreciate the residents always being willing to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas without fear. I am truly grateful for the privilege to work with the residents and see their growth as they graduate and move on to bigger and better things!”  

Ninad Karandikar, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
Stanford University School of Medicine
Asst. Service Chief, Dept. of PM&R
Medical Director, PTRP Program Palo Alto VA

“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