BSPRM 2026 - Prof. Levent Özçakar - International Collaboration and the Future of PRM

Recorded at the BSPRM 2026 Conference in Edinburgh, this interview features Professor Levent Özçakar, ISPRM President-Elect, in conversation with Dr Javvad Haider, newly elected BSPRM President-Elect. Professor Özçakar reflects on the strengthening relationship between UK rehabilitation medicine and the International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. He discusses opportunities to develop musculoskeletal rehabilitation and ultrasound education in the UK, including the prospect of hosting a future EURO-MUSCULUS event. The conversation also explores Professor Özçakar’s vision for ISPRM, including increased scientific activity, support tailored to the different challenges faced by PRM communities around the world, and the continued development of the ISPRM Academy. He also invites UK colleagues to contribute to the Archives of ISPRM, ISPRM’s new journal.