Frank H. Krusen

Frank H. Krusen (1898 - September 16, 1973) was an American physiatrist. He is regarded as the "founder" of the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. He founded the first Department of Rehabilitation at Temple Hospital in 1928. Dr. Krusen was the driving force behind the establishment of the first residency program in Physical Medicine at Mayo Clinic in 1936. He was also a charter member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R) and served as its president from 1941-1942.

Bibliography

• Handbook of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. W. B. Saunders. 1971.  (with Frederic J. Kottke and Paul M. Ellwood, Jr.)

References

NY Times Obituary Temple University School of Medicine Timeline Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets, 2nd Ed., Hanley & Belfus, Inc. 2002