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Join Dr. Matthew Cowling, Chief Clinical Officer of Medrina and a board-certified Physiatrist, for an exclusive WIDONC member-only webinar exploring how integrating Physiatry into the interdisciplinary care team can elevate pain management strategies in long-term care.
Drawing from real-world experience, Dr. Cowling will discuss practical approaches to managing both chronic and acute pain while improving communication between DONs, medical directors, consultants, and primary care providers.
This session will highlight:
- The evolving role of Physiatry in LTC settings
- Practical, non-opioid and multimodal pain management protocols
- Reducing polypharmacy and hospital readmissions through aligned care goals
- Case-based examples of successful interdisciplinary collaboration
Dr. Matthew Cowling is a Rehabilitation Physician who is Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a primary focus on Subacute Rehab, Orthotics and Prosthetics, and non-surgical management of Musculoskeletal Injuries. He completed his residency at the University of Wisconsin and continues to proudly serve the greater Madison and Milwaukee areas. Dr. Cowling has a passion for teaching and expanding the role of Physiatry in post-acute care. He serves as the Chief Clinical Officer for Medrina as well as the Chair of Skilled Nursing Facilities for the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Additionally, he is the Associate Medical Director of Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Fitchburg.
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