Professor Dr. Cory Wernimont

Biography

Cory Wernimont, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Michigan Medical School, where he also serves as the Associate Residency Program Director. A specialist in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine, Dr. Wernimont provides care to individuals through both inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinics. He graduated from the University of Michigan, completing his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and a fellowship in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine. His clinical focus includes managing the sequelae associated with spinal cord injuries and collaborating with the Neurology team in the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic to offer comprehensive rehabilitation care for neuroinflammatory disorders. Dr. Wernimont's research interests include adaptive mobility devices for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis, investigations into blood pressure dysregulation in the spinal cord injury population, and the development of virtual reality software for the SCI community to enhance therapeutic sessions. He has contributed to multiple publications in esteemed journals, focusing on functional mobility and the impact of nonmotor symptoms on participation in activities for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis.

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