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Samuel K Chu, MD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, with clinical practice at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab and Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Education:
- MD: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School (2011)
- Residency: Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (2015)
- Fellowship: Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago), Sports Medicine (2016)
His research spans Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, and Medical Education, with specialized focus on ultrasound applications for musculoskeletal interventions and competency-based educational methodologies. Recent work emphasizes ultrasound-guided injections for neuromuscular conditions like ALS-related shoulder pain and innovative residency training models through case-based workshops.
Dr. Chu's publications demonstrate consistent leadership in advancing medical education frameworks within PM&R, particularly through mastery learning techniques and ultrasound integration across clinical and educational settings.
Scientific Awards:
- Teacher of the Year, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab/Northwestern PM&R Residency Program (2024)
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine (2024)
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine (2023)
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine (2020)
- Excellence in Teaching Award, Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine (2019)
As an active educator, Dr. Chu mentors residents through the PM&R program and leads curriculum development as Co-chair of the Step One Ultrasound Course since 2018. His professional service includes representation for the Association of Academic Physiatrists (2016-2018) and membership in key societies including the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and American College of Sports Medicine.
He maintains a robust research presence at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, focusing on procedural optimization and educational innovation in rehabilitation medicine.
