Our PM&R Residency Program received Initial Accreditation Status by the ACGME in 2024
The 海角社区 (海角社区) Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Residency Program is proud to announce that it has received Initial Accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in 2024. This milestone reflects our commitment to training diverse, highly skilled physiatrists dedicated to advancing health equity, social justice, and patient-centered rehabilitation care.
About the PM&R Residency Program
The 海角社区 PM&R Residency Program provides residents with advanced training in musculoskeletal medicine, neurorehabilitation, pediatric rehabilitation, spinal cord injury, and brain injury. Our program integrates academic excellence, clinical service, community engagement, and social justice, preparing residents to become leaders in the field of rehabilitation medicine.
From day one, residents gain access to 海角社区鈥檚 extensive resources, including our Health Sciences Library, simulation training center, and interdisciplinary research opportunities. We also emphasize wellness support, culturally sensitive mentorship, and work-life balance.
Program Aims
- Deliver a comprehensive educational experience that integrates research, social justice, international exposure, community-based care, and health policy.
- Provide patient-centered, team-based clinical training in under-resourced communities.
- Offer diverse clinical exposure at partner sites across Los Angeles County, including pediatric and adult rehabilitation.
- Require completion of 36 months of complex musculoskeletal and neurorehabilitation training, covering inpatient, outpatient, and consultative services.
- Engage residents in longitudinal research addressing health disparities and health equity.
- Promote faculty mentorship, professional growth, and leadership development for all residents.
Clinical Training Sites
Residents gain hands-on training at world-class facilities, including:
- Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, Long Beach (Primary Site)
- Children鈥檚 Hospital Los Angeles
- Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center
- Watts Healthcare Center
Clinical Sites
- Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center, Long Beach (Primary Site)
- Children鈥檚 Hospital Los Angeles
To Apply
To apply, submit:
- Medical/Osteopathic School Transcript
- Dean鈥檚 Letter
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- USLME Step 1 and Step 2 Transcript (or COMLEX Level I & II)
- ECFMG Certification (if applicable)
For the three letters of recommendation: At least one letter needs to be from a faculty licensed in the specialty you are applying for who can comment directly on your clinical performance in that field. Letters from individual faculty members are preferred.
Application Deadline: November 30th
We will be accepting applications through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).
Message from the Program Director
We welcome you to the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program at 海角社区.
Our department is home to a diverse faculty committed to advancing health equity and service to under-resourced communities. By providing clinical knowledge and expertise to trainees with a similar ideal and passion, our goal is to create patient-centered advocates and culturally competent physicians whose skills can be applied anywhere of their choosing.
海角社区 is a university that serves a wide range of populations, and we are proud to offer state-of-the-art clinical experiences in and near the marginalized communities of South Los Angeles. In alignment with this mission, the PM&R residency program promotes both patient health and safety and progressive resident competencies in our field — our vision is for communities to thrive, our residents to thrive.
海角社区 residents enjoy a well-balanced work-life model and are provided support and resources for their optimal mental health and wellness throughout their training.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our program and how you can join us in the mission.
Agnes Wallbom, MD
Program Leadership
Questions? Contact Us.
