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EPISODE · May 23, 2025 · 50 MIN

The Right Fit: Optimizing Outcomes in Amputation Rehab

from The SumMARY · host Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation

When it comes to prosthetics, “the right fit” is about finding the right plan, the right timing, and the right team. In this episode, Dr. Yunna Sinskey and Dr. Doug Henry sit down with amputation rehabilitation expert, Dr. Rebecca Speckman, physiatrist, University of Washington and VA Puget Sound Health Care System, to discuss the physiatrist’s role in amputee care, and the latest advancements in prosthetics and treatments.Join the Conversation: Complex care. Better outcomes.Amputee care isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are the decisions that come with it. How do you navigate these moments with your patients and care teams? We’d love to hear your perspective. LinkedInInstagramGuestRebecca Speckman, M.D. PhD. Physiatrist, University of Washington and VA Puget Sound Health Care SystemDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Dr. Speckman in this episode are her own and do not necessarily reflect the views of her employer or any affiliated organizations. Her participation in this podcast is in a personal capacity and does not represent official positions or endorsements.

When it comes to prosthetics, “the right fit” is about finding the right plan, the right timing, and the right team. In this episode, Dr. Yunna Sinskey and Dr. Doug Henry sit down with amputation rehabilitation expert, Dr. Rebecca Speckman, physiatrist, University of Washington and VA Puget Sound Health Care System, to discuss the physiatrist’s role in amputee care, and the latest advancements in prosthetics and treatments.Join the Conversation: Complex care. Better outcomes.Amputee care isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are the decisions that come with it. How do you navigate these moments with your patients and care teams? We’d love to hear your perspective. LinkedInInstagramGuestRebecca Speckman, M.D. PhD. Physiatrist, University of Washington and VA Puget Sound Health Care SystemDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by Dr. Speckman in this episode are her own and do not necessarily reflect the views of her employer or any affiliated organizations. Her participation in this podcast is in a personal capacity and does not represent official positions or endorsements.

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