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Join HERL's (Human Engineering Research Laboratories) Annual open house

The Human Engineering Research Laboratories are excited to announce this year's Open House date! Stop by for a tour of our spaces and to learn more about all the recent work we're up to.

When: Friday, July 25th | 1:00 - 3:30pm

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21st Annual UPMC Rehabilitation Institute Research Day

The 21st annual Rehabilitation Institute Research Day was held on Wednesday, June 11th in it’s new location in the 4th floor suites of the new UPMC Mercy Pavilion. Co-sponsored by the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in the School of Medicine, the School of Health and…

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Dr. Jennifer Shen featured in Pittsburgh Tribune-Review article on UPMC's Stroke Camp

At UPMC's Stroke Camp, survivors build their skills and strut their stuff
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UPMC Announces Top Doctors for 2025

Nearly 500 UPMC physicians have been recognized as 2025 "Top Doctors" across more than 60 different specialties.

These physicians are part of the Top Doctors® list, which is compiled by Castle Connolly. The Castle Connolly Top Doctor selection process is entirely merit-based and doctors…

Faculty Update – June 2025

UPMC released their list of Top Doctors for 2025We're proud to celebrate the faculty who made the list!Alan W. Chu, MDGary Galang, MD

Washington Post article cites PM&R research on financial hardships for children with disabilities

A research article, "Health Care Cost Concerns and Hardships for Families of Children With Disabilities" published by Amy J. Houtrow, Chloe S. Shearer, Gina McKernan (and colleagues) was cited in a Washington Post article, "…

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Dr. Jennifer Collinger and Dr. Robert Gaunt discuss Brain Computer Interface technology on Kidsburgh Podcast

This week on the Kidsburgh Podcast, join hosts Yu-Ling Cheng, Kristine Sorensen and Melissa Rayworth as they learn about incredible technology being used in the Pittsburgh area to allow people with brain injuries to control a robotic arm with their minds. Don’t miss this conversation with…