Leadership
1600 Rockland Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
Program Contact
1600 Rockland Road
Wilmington, DE 19803
About the Program
At the Jefferson Pediatrics/Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Residency, our ultimate goal is to create passionate physicians who are committed to maximizing and fiercely advocating for the functional potential of children of all abilities.
Becoming an excellent pediatric physiatrist requires lots of hard work and support along the way. Here, you'll find the individualized and challenging learning atmosphere you have been hoping for. You will also find mentors and peers who are dedicated to seeing you grow as a physician and individual.
We are privileged to teach residents from around the country, offering a unique curriculum that will prepare them for careers in pediatric physiatry. Our commitment to excellence and our sense of community make training at Jefferson Pediatrics/PM&R Residency a rewarding experience, one that will last many years after graduation.
Program Components
The Combined Program
This unique residency program gives residents the knowledge and skills to provide proactive medical management to pediatric patients with disabilities. Established in 1996, this combined program encourages residents to take advantage of both residency training programs' extensive resources and learning opportunities. Beginning in 2023, our program will expand to two residents per year. All residents are triple board eligible upon program completion (General Pediatrics, PM&R, and Pediatric Rehabilitation).
General Pediatrics/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Nemours
Pediatrics
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, an operating entity of the Nemours Foundation, serves as the primary teaching hospital for the pediatric residency program. The 208-bed facility is Delaware’s only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center. The hospital has full-time and community-based faculty of 465, consisting of general pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists representing all disciplines. The residency program emphasizes balance, diversity, and flexibility. It is designed to expose the resident to various pediatric pathologies and patient care environments, including urban, suburban, and rural pediatric populations.
Faculty
We have a fantastic team of caring and supportive attendings. All Jefferson Pediatrics/PM&R Residency faculty are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and strive to impart the same drive to their trainees. Get to know our committed team and their role in continuing our tradition of academic excellence.
Maura McManus, MD
Division Chair
Eileen Shieh, MD
Program Director
Rochelle Haas, MD
Clinical Assistant Professor
Laura Owens, MD
Faculty
Lynn Patten, RN, MSN
Rehab Specialty Nurse