Peter H. Gorman

Dr. Peter H. Gorman, MD, MS is Clinical Professor of Neurology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he also serves as Chief of the Division of Rehabilitation Medicine. He holds a secondary appointment in the Department of Physical Therapy and practices at the UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute.

Education:

• Sc.B. in Biomedical Engineering, Brown University (1979)
• M.S. in Biomedical Engineering, Case Western Reserve University (1982)
• M.D., The Ohio State University College of Medicine (1985)
• Internship & Residency in Neurology, University of Maryland Hospital (1985-1989)
• Fellowship in Rehabilitation & Electromyography, Case Western Reserve University/MetroHealth (1989-1991)

Research Focus: Dr. Gorman’s scholarly work centers on spinal cord injury medicine, neurologic rehabilitation, and the application of advanced technologies such as robotic exoskeletons and functional electrical stimulation. His investigations range from multicenter randomized trials comparing aquatic and robotic therapy to pioneering studies on implanted neuroprostheses for hand grasp restoration in tetraplegia.

Scientific Awards & Honors:

• Fellow, American Academy of Neurology (2007)
• Fellow, American Spinal Injury Association (2020)
• Multiple Golden Goniometer Teaching Awards (1996, 2004)
• Sidney & Elizabeth Licht Scientific Writing Award (2002)
• “Top Docs” & “Super Doctor” recognitions (2010-2013)
• Speedy Award, Paralyzed Veterans of America (2023)

Grants & Clinical Trials: Since 2014 he has been Co-PI on a Department of Defense grant (SC130234) investigating exoskeletal-assisted walking for chronic SCI, examining mobility, bowel function, and cardio-metabolic outcomes.

Clinical Practice: Dr. Gorman directs inpatient and outpatient spinal cord injury services, specializing in spasticity management via botulinum toxin and intrathecal baclofen pumps, and provides longitudinal care at UM Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute.