Joe's pathology report on the bladder biopsy was positive for lymphoma. While awaiting the test results, though, Joe suffered an
apparent cerebrovascular accident. The university hospital performed a CT scan to rule out thrombosis, but the results were negative. Joe lost all function of the left side of his body. The rehabilitation specialist assigned to his case called an oncologist for consultation to decide how to prioritize Joe's care. What is a rehabilitation specialist
Rehabilitation specialists are health experts who specializes in helping patients gain back their strength and former lifestyle after they have experienced a traumatic incident,injury or substance.
They are trained healthcare specialist who help recovering patients through counselling or physical therapy.
Rehabilitation specialist undergoes certain trainings where they go to seminars which focus on psychiatric rehabilitation, recovery,trauma,substance abuse and cultural competence.
