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Monica S. Branch, MD

Acute Neurotrauma Consultant
Emory University School of Medicine Department of Rehabilitation Medicine

Monica S. Branch, MD, FAAPMR is an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Emory University School of Medicine and an acute care Neuro/Trauma Consultant and advocate for Rehabilitation Equity at Grady Memorial Hospital. She is dedicated to improving the lives of patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and complex trauma, particularly those facing barriers related to social determinants of health.

Dr. Branch leads innovative neurorehabilitation and fall prevention initiatives that integrate acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and community reintegration. Her work involves evidence-based medical management with home safety assessments, remote patient monitoring, and community outreach to reduce falls, prevent hospital readmissions, and enhance long-term functional outcomes.

In her role as a consultant and educator, Dr. Branch develops interdisciplinary protocols and curricula for residents, medical students, therapists, and nurses, fostering collaborative, patient-centered care. She mentors learners at all levels and designs equity-focused research projects that generate actionable solutions for underserved populations.

Through her leadership at Grady Memorial Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center and safety-net institution, Dr. Branch advances health equity by aligning clinical innovation with policy and community partnerships. Her work demonstrates how rehabilitation can serve as a form of community reinvestment—improving quality of life, promoting workforce return, and delivering measurable economic and social value.

Dr. Branch is an active member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and presents nationally on neurorehabilitation, fall prevention, and health equity. Her career exemplifies a commitment to advancing the field of PM&R while ensuring that every patient, regardless of resources, has the opportunity to achieve maximum function and independence.

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