Patient Education

Education is empowerment. Our LIFE Center is a massive collection of resources — printed, video, online; classes; peer mentoring; unique requests.

Education for patients and family members

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Clinical Education

We offer a range of accredited programs — many interdisciplinary. Faculty represent top experts from our ranks and from around the world
Academy Course

Academy

Our Academy is known globally for rehabilitation education and training. We teach thousands — clinicians and therapists learn, then teach. We’re advancing ability exponentially.

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PTs and doctors referance the database for outcomes information

RehabMeasures Database

The RMD helps clinicians and researchers identify reliable instruments for assessing patient outcomes during all phases of rehabilitation.

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Upcoming Events

"We hold both free and fundraising events all year long! Whether you are a long-time donor or new to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, don't miss these educational events."

3

Nov 2024

7:00 AM

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Address

Willis Tower

SkyRise Chicago 2024

Event

21

Feb 2025

6:00 PM

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Address

Wildman BT Studio

Art in Motion 2025

Event

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Academic Partners

Medical Students & Residency Programs

Medical Students & Residency Programs

We are proud of our many academic affiliations with institutions from around the world, including Northwestern University

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Studying patient on the Lokomat helps physicians learn

Fellowship Program & Research Jobs

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers several types of research fellowships, suitable for funding physicians or PhD scientists in rehabilitation research.

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Scientists work in our wet lab focusing on new discoveries

Federal Research Designations

Our research discoveries set new standards and protocols for rehabilitation. We are honored to be recognized by the government and private agencies.

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Health System Partnerships

Healthcare systems looking at opening or improving their own rehabilitation care units can learn from the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Learn about Global Advisory Services

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