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Prof. Dr. med. Mircea Ariel Schoenfeld working place
Prof. Dr. med. Mircea Ariel Schoenfeld
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurorehabilitation, neurophysiology
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Dr. med. Christian van der Ven working place
Dr. med. Christian van der Ven
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation
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Dr. med. Verena Gueldenberg working place
Dr. med. Verena Gueldenberg
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation, multiple sclerosis
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Prof. Dr. med. Hans Karbe working place
Prof. Dr. med. Hans Karbe
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation, stroke, early rehabilitation
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Dr. med. Andreas Hildesheim working place
Dr. med. Andreas Hildesheim
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation, paraplegia
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Prof. Dr. med. Ruth Kirschner-Hermanns working place
Prof. Dr. med. Ruth Kirschner-Hermanns
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neuro-urology, urology and andrology
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PD. Dr. med. Niels Allert working place
PD. Dr. med. Niels Allert
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation, movement disorders
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Dr. Nuria Dionis i Bargallo working place
Dr. Nuria Dionis i Bargallo
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
speech therapy, rehabilitation
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Dr. Bozena Klysz, Ph.D. working place
Dr. Bozena Klysz, Ph.D.
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
neurology, neurological rehabilitation
Doctor's Choice

How to choose the best rehabilitation doctor?

How to choose the best rehabilitation doctor?

Choosing the right rehabilitation doctor or physiatrist is integral to the recovery journey for patients suffering from physical injuries, neurological disorders, and chronic pain conditions. A physiatrist's role goes beyond general healthcare, as they coordinate an interdisciplinary team and employ innovative treatments to ensure comprehensive and personalized care.

Whether the patient's needs involve brain injury rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, or sports injury treatment, the right professional can significantly improve their recovery outcome.

The factors to consider when choosing a rehabilitation doctor

<dl>Professional expertise. Look for a physical medicine doctor with expertise in your specific needs. For example, if you're seeking rehabilitation after a stroke, find a physiatrist doctor with a strong track record. The same applies to musculoskeletal rehabilitation, prosthetic and orthotic evaluation, or sports injury treatment.

Technological adoption. Innovative treatments for neurological disorders and advanced techniques for sports injury treatment can significantly enhance recovery. Therefore, your rehabilitation specialist must be well-versed in the latest technologies, treatments, and routine skills, such as epidural injections. In addition, it’s essential to have access to advanced equipment, so-called robotic rehabilitation.

Interdisciplinary approach. Rehabilitation often involves a team of specialists, including physical therapy experts, neurologists for rehabilitation, and speech therapy professionals. The best physiatrist continuously collaborates with these professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Compassionate care for chronic pain patients. It's essential to consider the physician's bedside manner, particularly when managing chronic pain or concerning personalized care for spinal cord injury patients. Empathy and understanding can enhance patients' comfort and quality of life, marked by experienced physiatrists.

Experience with prosthetics and orthotics. If you require an evaluation for prosthetics or orthotics, ensure the rehabilitation specialist has substantial experience in this field.

Publications & peer recognition.  Top physiatrists always contribute to research and are recognized by their peers. Checking the publications can provide insight into the areas of professionals you consider expertise.

Specific rehabilitation therapy capabilities. Such skilled professionals as, for example, speech therapy specialists are essential for patients with speech or swallowing difficulties. Narrow expertise can be in rehabilitation for cancer patients, children, and after heart surgeries. Verify that these services are offered and have had successful outcomes.

Personalized care. Rehabilitation is not a one-size-fits-all process. Look for professionals offering personalized care, especially spinal cord injury patients. It includes customized physical therapy regimens to improve patients’ mobility, strength, and independence.

Patient satisfaction rates. Patient testimonials can provide a real-world perspective on rehabilitation doctors' abilities. Successful rehabilitation outcomes are, ultimately, the most significant indicators of the right choice of a physiatrist.</dl>

Making the correct choice in selecting a rehabilitation doctor is essential for achieving the best possible recovery outcomes. Patients should consider the physiatrist’s expertise, their use of innovative options, the ability to provide compassionate and personalized care, and the strength of their interdisciplinary team.

Remember, rehabilitation is a team effort, and the best results are achieved when all professionals, including physiatrists, neurologists, physical therapists, and speech therapists, work together toward the patient's recovery.

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Dr. Natalia Rodriguez Nieves working place
Dr. Natalia Rodriguez Nieves
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
pediatric rehabilitation and physical medicine
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Prof. Dr. Semih Aki working place
Prof. Dr. Semih Aki
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
rehabilitation, physical medicine
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Dr. Kayra Goktas working place
Dr. Kayra Goktas
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
language and speech therapy
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Prof. Dr. Itzhak Shapira working place
Prof. Dr. Itzhak Shapira
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
cardiology and rehabilitation
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PD. Dr. med. Christian Sturm working place
PD. Dr. med. Christian Sturm
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
orthopedics, rehabilitation, sports medicine, chirotherapy and pain therapy
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Prof. Dr. med. Axel Ekkernkamp working place
Prof. Dr. med. Axel Ekkernkamp
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
physical medicine, rehabilitation, balneology and sports therapy
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MUDr. Ivan Hadraba working place
MUDr. Ivan Hadraba
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90
surgery, orthopedic prosthetics, and rehabilitation
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Dr. med. Holger Blasing working place
Dr. med. Holger Blasing
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine, neurology, neurological rehabilitation, and psychotherapy
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Dr. med. Florian Heimlich working place
Dr. med. Florian Heimlich
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
orthopedic rehabilitation, interventional pain therapy and chirotherapy
FAQ

Questions people ask the most

Who are the best physiatrists?

<a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-hans-karbe">Prof. Dr. med. Hans Karbe</a> - AiroScore 9.90, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-christian-van-der-ven">Dr. med. Christian van der Ven</a> - AiroScore 9.90, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-mircea-ariel-schoenfeld">Prof. Dr. med. Mircea Ariel Schoenfeld</a> - AiroScore 9.90, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-andreas-hildesheim">Dr. med. Andreas Hildesheim</a> - AiroScore 9.90, and <a href="/doctors/dr-med-verena-gueldenberg">Dr. med. Verena Gueldenberg</a> - AiroScore 9.90 are the most rated physiatrists.

What are the most reviewed physiatrists?

<a href="/doctors/dr-med-anselm-reiners">Dr. med. Anselm Reiners</a> - 11 reviews, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-erdal-gilgil">Prof. Dr. Erdal Gilgil</a> - 11 reviews, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-habil-jorg-scholz">Prof. Dr. med. habil. Jorg Scholz</a> - 10 reviews, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-engin-cakar">Prof. Dr. Engin Cakar</a> - 8 reviews, and <a href="/doctors/dr-med-claudia-stichtmann">Dr. med. Claudia Stichtmann</a> - 6 reviews are physiatrists with a significant number of patient feedbacks.

Who are the most experienced physiatrists?

<a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-horst-glasner">Prof. Dr. med. Horst Glasner</a> - 59 years, <a href="/doctors/mu-dr-ivan-hadraba">MUDr. Ivan Hadraba</a> - 54 years, <a href="/doctors/dr-harold-weingarden">Dr. Harold Weingarden</a> - 50 years, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-hanoch-hod">Prof. Dr. Hanoch Hod</a> - 48 years, and <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-habil-jorg-scholz">Prof. Dr. med. habil. Jorg Scholz</a> - 48 years are physiatrists with a wealth of experience.

What physiatrists offer distant consultations?

<a href="/doctors/dr-med-holger-blasing">Dr. med. Holger Blasing</a>, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-dirk-sander">Prof. Dr. med. Dirk Sander</a>, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-sonja-herzberg">Dr. med. Sonja Herzberg</a>, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-florian-heimlich">Dr. med. Florian Heimlich</a>, and <a href="/doctors/dr-med-andreas-hofschneider">Dr. med. Andreas Hofschneider</a> consult patients online.

What physiatrists can offer fast meetings?

<a href="/doctors/dr-med-holger-blasing">Dr. med. Holger Blasing</a>, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-christopher-herrmann">Dr. med. Christopher Herrmann</a>, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-erika-sauer">Dr. med. Erika Sauer</a>, <a href="/doctors/dr-nuria-dionis-i-bargallo">Dr. Nuria Dionis i Bargallo</a>, and <a href="/doctors/dr-libor-musil">Dr. Libor Musil</a> offer fast patient admission.

Which physiatrists have images & movies on their profiles?

<a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-dirk-sander">Prof. Dr. med. Dirk Sander</a> - 6 videos, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-mircea-ariel-schoenfeld">Prof. Dr. med. Mircea Ariel Schoenfeld</a> - 2 photos & 3 videos, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-philip-mavberg">Dr. med. Philip Mavberg</a> - 4 photos , <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-ruth-kirschner-hermanns">Prof. Dr. med. Ruth Kirschner-Hermanns</a> - 2 photos & 2 videos, and <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-joachim-liepert">Prof. Dr. med. Joachim Liepert</a> - 2 photos & 1 video are physiatrists with a vast media gallery.

Are there physiatrists conducting research activities?

<a href="/doctors/dr-kim-dae-yul-ph-d">Dr. Kim Dae-Yul, Ph.D.</a> - 1,590 publications, <a href="/doctors/dr-med-christopher-herrmann">Dr. med. Christopher Herrmann</a> - 966 publications, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-habil-jorg-scholz">Prof. Dr. med. habil. Jorg Scholz</a> - 755 publications, <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-med-dirk-sander">Prof. Dr. med. Dirk Sander</a> - 506 publications, and <a href="/doctors/prof-dr-itzhak-shapira">Prof. Dr. Itzhak Shapira</a> - 505 publications are physiatrists with the most extensive scientific background.

Which physiatrists have fulfilled CVs on their profiles?

109 physiatrists worldwide have available resumes.

How to get an appointment with a physiatrist?

<a href="#found-doctors">109</a> physiatrists are available worldwide. Select one and click on the doctor’s card to schedule a consultation. <a data-link="true" href="/">AiroMedical</a> is ready to help 24/7.
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Dr. med. Andreas Hofschneider working place
Dr. med. Andreas Hofschneider
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine, therapeutic and cancer rehabilitation, cardiology
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Dr. med. Claudia Stichtmann working place
Dr. med. Claudia Stichtmann
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
neurology, neurological rehabilitation
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Dr. med. Karin Vitzthum working place
Dr. med. Karin Vitzthum
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
psychology, tobacco cessation and smoking prevention, rehabilitation, addiction therapy
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Prof. Dr. Nazan Canbulat working place
Prof. Dr. Nazan Canbulat
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Dr. Kim Dae-Yul, Ph.D. working place
Dr. Kim Dae-Yul, Ph.D.
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
rehabilitation
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Dr. med. Christina Lemhofer working place
Dr. med. Christina Lemhofer
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
physical and rehabilitation medicine, pain therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic
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Prof. Dr. med. habil. Mohamed Ghanem, MBA working place
Prof. Dr. med. habil. Mohamed Ghanem, MBA
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
orthopedics, physical therapy and rehabilitation
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Doc. MUDr. Miluse Juraskova working place
Doc. MUDr. Miluse Juraskova
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
rehabilitation, physical medicine, balneology, and physiatry
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Doc. MUDr. Radek Brauner working place
Doc. MUDr. Radek Brauner
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
rehabilitation
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Dr. Amichai Brezner working place
Dr. Amichai Brezner
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
pediatric rehabilitation
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Dr. Janna Landa working place
Dr. Janna Landa
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
pediatrics, physical medicine, rehabilitation, and psychotherapy
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Dr. Aleksandra Plavsic, Ph.D. working place
Dr. Aleksandra Plavsic, Ph.D.
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
physical and rehabilitation medicine
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Dr. Moshe Bondi working place
Dr. Moshe Bondi
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
neurological rehabilitation and physical medicine
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Dr. Oren Barzel working place
Dr. Oren Barzel
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
orthopedic physical medicine, and rehabilitation
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Dr. Arie Wollner working place
Dr. Arie Wollner
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine, pulmonary medicine, and pulmonary rehabilitation
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Dr. Haim-Moshe Adahan working place
Dr. Haim-Moshe Adahan
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
physical therapy and rehabilitation
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Prof. Dr. Dan Justo working place
Prof. Dr. Dan Justo
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine, geriatrics, and rehabilitation 
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Dr. Mark Weiser working place
Dr. Mark Weiser
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
psychiatry
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Dr. Harold Weingarden working place
Dr. Harold Weingarden
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Prof. Dr. Hanoch Hod working place
Prof. Dr. Hanoch Hod
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine, cardiology, and cardiac rehabilitation
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Prof. Dr. Robert Klempfner working place
Prof. Dr. Robert Klempfner
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine and cardiology, rehabilitation
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Prof. Dr. David Rott working place
Prof. Dr. David Rott
Excellent
AiroScore
9.80
internal medicine and cardiology, rehabilitation