Dr. Edward Claflin

Associate Professor

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Biography

Edward S. Claflin is a Clinical Associate Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Michigan Medical School. He serves as the Associate Medical Director for the Rehabilitation Network and the Medical Leader for the Stroke Education Lead Program. Additionally, he is the Program Director for the Stroke Rehabilitation Program, where he oversees various initiatives related to stroke recovery and rehabilitation. Claflin's recent publications include research on predicting post-stroke gait and balance function using simple neuromotor measures, exploring how stroke survivors learn new gait patterns, and reliability in detecting minimal detectable changes in ankle joint stiffness during standing and walking. His work primarily focuses on enhancing rehabilitation strategies for stroke patients and improving their recovery outcomes through innovative techniques and education. Claflin actively mentors aspiring medical professionals and is committed to the mission of transforming lives through bold discovery and compassionate care at Michigan Medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching and mentoring students in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, leading rehabilitation programs for stroke patients.

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
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Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.