Dr. Yahira Acevedo, MD

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

General Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Overview

Dr. Yahira Acevedo is a physiatrist in Allentown, Pennsylvania and is affiliated with Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network-Allentown.

Education and background

Specialties

• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Physiatrists are physicians who specialize in helping patients with disabilities. Their focus is rehabilitation, restoration of function and a return to a high quality of life. Patients may have muscle, bone, soft tissue or nervous system injuries. Subspecialists include sports medicine specialists and pain management specialists.

Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

• University of Pennsylvania Health System – Residency, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2014-2017
• San Juan City Hospital – Internship, Transitional Year, 2013-2014
• University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine – Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

• American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• PA State Medical License – Active through 2022