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aemr.eu is the website of the European Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine (also referred to as AERM), an independent, non-profit academy of senior doctors in physical and rehabilitation medicine (PRM) across Europe. It was created in 1969 and is limited to a body of up to 50 senior doctors in the specialty. If you are looking for an authoritative European reference point on rehabilitation education, research, ethics, or policy, this is the kind of organisation the site represents.
What the Academy is
The Academy describes itself as a body of up to 50 senior doctors in the specialty across Europe, founded in 1969. Academicians are invited on the basis of their distinguished contribution to the specialty, particularly its humanitarian aspects.
It states that it is entirely independent, and its motto is "Societatis vir origo ac finis", translated on the site as "Man is both the source and the goal of Society."
What it aims to do
According to the site, the aim of the Academy is to improve all areas of rehabilitation for the benefit of those who need it. Its stated activities include:
- Promoting education and research across Europe
- Acting as a reference point in scientific, educational, and research matters
- Exchanging ideas and information
- Facilitating the exchange of PRM doctors between different countries
- Engaging in moral and ethical debate
The Academy also says it debates ethical matters and, in doing so, acts as a guardian of the specialty's views.
What you will find on the site
The homepage points to several main sections:
| Section | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Committees | The Academy's committees, alongside its role in ethical debate |
| Publications | Outputs that support education and further research |
| AERM as a thinktank | The Academy's independent, non-profit research and advocacy work |
| Academicians | Information about the members of the Academy |
AERM as a thinktank
The site describes the AERM as an independent and non-profit institute/organisation that performs research and advocacy on rehabilitation-related topics. The topics listed include health care, strategy, economics, education, emerging technology, culture, patient advocacy, and human rights.
Who this site is for
The content is aimed at people who need a European-level reference on rehabilitation medicine rather than clinical self-help material. That includes:
- PRM doctors and researchers looking for a specialty-level reference point or exchange opportunities
- Educators and students seeking publications and educational material
- Policymakers, advocates, and journalists interested in rehabilitation-related research and advocacy positions
Practical notes
The site presents itself as an academy and thinktank, not a service provider, so it is not a place to book care or find a clinician. Membership is by invitation and capped at up to 50 academicians, so it is not an open-membership body. The homepage does not indicate pricing or login requirements for its content; where such details matter, check the specific section or contact the Academy directly.