Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth Program

The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program at Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth offers up to six positions per post-graduate year. Residents have the opportunity to gain a diverse clinical experience across various settings, including rotations at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital, John Peter Smith Hospital, Cook Children’s Hospital, and outpatient practice sites.

This is a community-based program that emphasizes teamwork, interdisciplinary collaboration, and successful care transitions. Residents will also benefit from the academic affiliation with the University of North Texas Health Science Center, providing resources such as research opportunities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab.

Applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and meet specific requirements, including submitting documents like the application, curriculum vitae, medical school transcripts, USMLE or COMLEX transcripts, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation.

The program values diversity in recruitment and selection without discrimination based on race, creed, gender, or sexual preference. Graduates will emerge as competent, independent physicians dedicated to patient recovery and community service.

The faculty includes Dr. Hilary F. Ryder, an experienced medical educator and hospitalist, who serves as the Site Director & Internal Medicine Residency Program Director at Texas Health Resources/ Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth. Dr. Ryder has a strong background in internal medicine, medical education research, and mentoring learners with interests in medical education research.

Overall, the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program at Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth aims to provide a comprehensive training experience, high-quality patient care, and a well-rounded approach to care delivery for its residents.