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Methodist Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic

Methodist Hospital houses specialized outpatient therapy clinics led by a team of physicians, called physiatrists, with extensive training in physical medicine and rehabilitation. In consultation with the individual's personal physician, the physiatrist directs the overall plan of treatment for each patient. Specific clinics are devoted to patients in the following situations: 

Diagnoses

Many conditions benefit from physiatrist-led treatment.  Some of the diagnoses most frequently treated are

  • Amputation
  • Arthritis
  • Brain Injury
  • Multiple Trauma
  • Neurological Conditions
  • Orthopedic Conditions
  • Pulmonary/Cardiac Disorders
  • Spinal Cord Injury 
  • Stroke

Specialized Clinics

Team members conference weekly to coordinate each patient's treatment plan and ensure appropriate progress:

  • Neurosurgeons and orthopedists consult on cases in which surgery may be the best course of action.
  • Anesthesiologists help address severe or prolonged pain.
  • Neuropsychologists and behavioral health counselors assist with pain management strategies and identify and treat depression and anxiety which are often associated with disabling back disorders.
  • Physical therapists on the clinic's treatment team have advanced training in spine rehabilitation.

Amputee Clinic
Amputation causes special challenges in regaining mobility and function. At our specialized clinic we work individually with each patient to create a treatment plan. Family conferences are held to keep family members and the patient up to date on progress. Family members are welcome to attend any of the therapy sessions, to ask questions and to be involved in the patient's care.

Evaluation, treatment and education provided by the interdisciplinary team include:
  • Activities of daily living, such as dressing, home equipment needs, cooking and laundry
  • Fitting of appropriate prosthesis
  • Management of wound care
  • Mobility and proper walking technique

Referrals

Referrals to the Methodist Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics can be made through your physician, or for more information and self-referrals, call (402) 354-7954.

Related Information

 

    Methodist Hospital
    8303 Dodge St.
    Omaha, NE 68114
    (402) 354-7954