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SCI Model System & Congratulations

8/28/2014 12:00:00 AM

Did you know that Gaylord is one of only 14 Model Spinal Cord Injury Systems in the U.S.? As a Model System, they study the course of recovery and outcomes for SCI patients while providing comprehensive SCI rehabilitation services and conducting spinal cord research.

Central to our system's success is Diana Pernigotti, Project Coordinator and NSCIA CT Chapter Board Member. During an onsite visit, the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center highlighted Diana's outstanding work and she has been selected to teach at the Model System Data Collection Conference. Congratulations Diana!

Diana Pernigotti, Project Coordinator and NSCIA CT Chapter Board Member

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