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Online Seminar

Description: Paul Wehman, Ph.D., Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Medical College of Virginia and Director of the RRTC on Workplace Supports at VCU. He is internationally recognized for his services and scholarly contributions in the fields of special education, psychology, and vocational rehabilitation. He has authored numerous publications and is the Editor of the Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation.

Dr. Wehman uses a case study approach to illustrate how individuals who sustain severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) can return to work. He also presents research associated with employment post TBI and describes key factors related to successful work outcomes.

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Web Resources

Brain Injury Association (BIA) www.biausa.org The BIA provides information on brain injury prevention, research, education, and advocacy. There are numerous links form this site to other points of interest.
http://www.biausa.org/

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Model Systems Projects www.tbims.org The TBI Model Systems Projects are funded through the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) a branch of the Dept. of Education. Learn more about TBI and the model systems grants at this site. Go directly to the model system websites for even more information and great online resources.
http://www.tbims.org/

VCU's TBI Model Systems Project www.pmr.vcu.edu/division/tbi/index.html A longitudinal multi-center study, examines the course of recovery and outcomes following TBI
http://www.pmr.vcu.edu/division/tbi/index.html