Rene Cailliet

Rene Cailliet (1913-2005) was a renowned American physician known for his significant contributions to the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He authored a series of books on musculoskeletal medicine that have been widely used by healthcare professionals worldwide.

Early Life and Education

Rene Cailliet was born in 1913. He pursued his medical education at the University of Pennsylvania where he developed a keen interest in the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Career

After completing his medical education, Cailliet served as the Director of the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center for over 25 years. He also held the position of Professor Emeritus at the University of Southern California.

Cailliet's work primarily focused on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. He authored a series of books on the subject, which have been translated into multiple languages and are considered seminal texts in the field of rehabilitation medicine.

Legacy

Rene Cailliet's contributions to the field of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation have had a lasting impact. His books continue to be widely used by healthcare professionals for the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders. His work has also influenced the development of rehabilitation programs and practices worldwide.

Publications

Some of the notable books authored by Rene Cailliet include:

• Musculoskeletal Pain: Diagnosis and Physical Treatment
• Hand Pain and Impairment
• Foot and Ankle Pain
• Knee Pain and Disability

See Also

• Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal Disorders
• University of Pennsylvania
• University of Southern California

External Links

• Rene Cailliet, MD (1913-2005)