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​To Help Us Understand Why We Need Special Providers for our Care.
 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitative Physicians (or) Physiatrist
Note:  Dr. William DeMayo, MD is a PPS experienced Rehabilitative Physician.  
You can find his Articles and Biography HERE.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - "Physiatrist"
By Dr. Margarita Correa, MD (Posted by PHI)
What is Physiatry?  How can it help me?
From Richard Bruno, HD, PhD

What is a Physiatrist ?
From The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What is the difference between an MD and an OD ?
​Physiatrists can be either one.
What is a Physiatrist?
What types of treatment do they offer?
What is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Doctor?  (Physiatrist)
Additional PPS Health Care Providers
Footwear - The Foundation for Balance
By Bartholomew H. Faherty, C.Ped, O.S.T.

Health Care Professionals Polio Survivor's Might Want to See

In this video we go through some of the health professionals you might see, and why you might see them. Feel free to add other suggestions!
From Polio Australia
Identifying Best Practices in Diagnosis and Care
From Post-Polio Health International

Is it OK for me to see a Chiropractor?
By Dr. Victoria Burke, DC

Medical Management of Post-Polio Syndrome
​
by Dr. Carol Vandenakker Albanese, MD  (Published by Post-Polio Health International)
What is an Orthotist ?
By Andrea Lawall Rogue

Physical Therapy and PPS - a guide to finding care.
By Shanti Chacko Molayal, PT, DPT
Physical Therapy - What is it ?
From WebMD

The Role of a Primary Care Physician in the Life of a Polio Survivor
​By Dr. William DeMayo, MD (for Post-Polio Health International)
When a Post-Polio Clinic is not an Option
By Carol Vandenakker, MD
Funding Resources:
A Polio Survivor’s Guide: Funding Resources for Medical and Adaptive Resources.
An Important Provider Resource for Polio Survivors from Post-Polio Health International
​A Reminder:   Funds Available
PHI has funds to assist with the purchase of bracing and custom-made or modified shoes. 
Please send an email to 
info@post-polio.org for an application.  Please apply before you purchase.  PHI will review the application, call the applicant and the company.  If approved, PHI sends funds directly to the brace (or) shoe maker.

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  • Home
    • About Us. >
      • Our Network Team
    • Our Beginning
    • PA Polio Awareness
  • What's New
    • New Stories of Interest
    • 2020 Stories of Interest
    • 2019 Stories of Interest
    • 2018 Stories of Interest
    • 2017 Stories of Interest
    • PPSN Newsletter >
      • PPSN Newsletters - 2016-2020
  • Post-Polio Syndrome
    • What IS Post-Polio Syndrome?
    • ** Anesthesia Warning **
    • DeMayo 's Q & A Clinic - William DeMayo, MD addresses PPS Issues >
      • Articles By Rehabilitative Physician Dr. William DeMayo, MD
      • Dr. DeMayo's Post-Polio Video Library
    • Encyclopedia of Polio and PPS by Richard L. Bruno, HD, PhD >
      • "Bruno Bytes"
      • Complete Inventory of Articles by Richard L. Bruno, HD, PhD
      • Books by Richard L. Bruno, HD, PhD
      • Video Library - Richard L. Bruno, HD, PhD >
        • "Casual Coffee Moments" October, 2015
    • Information for PPS Caregivers and Providers
    • Living with Post-Polio Syndrome. >
      • Living with PPS (Articles and Video Library from our Professional Contributors)
    • Post-Polio Health International >
      • Casual Conversations with PHI
    • PPS Health Care Providers - A Guide
  • Polio Eradication
    • Polio Eradication Video Library
    • Team Survivor >
      • Team Survivor Donations
  • Polio History
    • Polio Historian - Daniel J. Wilson, PhD >
      • Video Library - Daniel J. Wilson, PhD
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  • Polio Vaccine
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      • Donations - Vaccine Information Cards
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    • Vaccine Video Library
  • Survivor Connections
    • Directory of Health Care Providers
    • Support Group Information >
      • Zoom Support Groups
    • Survivor Stories
    • Survivor Stories from the Keystone State
  • Contact
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