Assistant Director, Consult Director, MSK Ultrasound Curriculum Director
Hershey Medical Center
Hershey, PA, United States
Dr. Neyha Cherin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. Dedicated to advancing patient care, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration, she has authored over 19 peer-reviewed publications focused on optimizing function and quality of life for individuals with musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders.
In her outpatient practice, Dr. Cherin directs a specialized Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) clinic, providing comprehensive, individualized care for patients with complex connective tissue disorders. She employs a holistic, multidisciplinary approach that integrates physical medicine, rehabilitation, and advanced diagnostic imaging to address pain, mobility, and functional challenges. Through the innovative use of musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSKUS), she enhances diagnostic precision, guides targeted interventions, and supports real-time assessment of joint and soft tissue integrity—transforming the standard of care for patients with EDS.
Dr. Cherin’s ongoing research aims to improve diagnostic accuracy, clinical outcomes, and access to coordinated care for individuals with EDS. She is leading institutional efforts to develop a multidisciplinary EDS program that brings together specialists from rehabilitation, genetics, cardiology, and pain management to provide comprehensive, patient-centered treatment and longitudinal support.
A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Cherin is equally committed to shaping the next generation of physiatrists. She developed and directs a longitudinal, simulation-based Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Curriculum for PM&R residents that emphasizes hands-on, immersive learning and clinical integration. Her work exemplifies the fusion of education, innovation, and compassionate care to advance rehabilitation medicine and improve the lives of patients with complex, chronic conditions.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM