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Daniel A. Brzusek, D.O. graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and received his specialty training at the University of Washington Medical School. He was Chief of Rehabilitation Services at Valley Medical Center from 1976 through 1981.

Dr. Brzusek is also a Diplomat of the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and an active member of the American College for Sports Medicine and the American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He is Clinical Professor at the University of Washington Medical School.

SpineUniverse articles from Daniel A. Brzusek, DO

• Chiropractic Care Includes More than Spinal Manipulation
  With chiropactic care, most patients immediately think of spinal manipulation. However, chiropractors incorporate several other treatment modalities to help the body heal itself and return patients to a pain-free and healthy life.
• Physiatrist Education and Training
  Physiatrists are doctors who, in addition to medical school, complete 4 additional years of postdoctoral residency training.
• What Disorders Do Physiatrists Treat?
  Physiatrists are most concerned with overall quality of life. To that end, they treat the whole patient, not just one part of the body.
• What is a Physiatrist?
  A physiatrist is a medical doctor with specialized training in physical medicine, rehabilitation, and pain medicine.
• What Treatments Do Physiatrists Provide?
  Physiatrists do not perform surgery; instead, they utlize nonsurgical treatment methods such as pain medications and spinal injections.