Physiotherapists
Howard A. Rusk
American scientist (1901–1989).
Life and work
The story behind the role.
American scientist (1901–1989).
Howard A. Rusk (April 9, 1901 – November 4, 1989) was a prominent American physician and founder of the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine. He is considered to be the founder of rehabilitation medicine. Born in Brookfield, Missouri, Rusk was active in the Health for Peace movement in the 1950s and supported US efforts to participate more in rehabilitation medicine in international affairs. He was the first recipient of the Pacem in Terris award of the Pope John Paul II Center of Prayer and Study for Peace.
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Achievements and distinctions
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American scientist (1901–1989).
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Lasker-Bloomberg Public Service Award
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honorary doctor of the University of Rennes
Career and education
Fields of work
medicine · physical medicine and rehabilitation · rehabilitation
Field of contribution
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation · Physiotherapists
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