IMIT Fast Facts
The Institute for Mobility Innovation & Technology (IMIT), located on Villa Maria College鈥檚 campus, is a state-of-the-art rehabilitation center offering advanced technology, expert care, clinical trials, and educational opportunities. The IMIT is advancing scientific knowledge, advocacy, and clinical practice.
Facility
6,000 square feet, including two classrooms for education and community events.
CARE Pillars
IMIT is grounded in four pillars: clinical care, advocacy, research, and education (CARE).
No Matter Your Major
Equity, Access, Services & Engagement (EASE) Minor
Dive Into Research, Courses, and Advocacy.
Courses from a variety of departments will encourage students to explore disability, accessibility, advocacy, and engagement in society from multiple perspectives.
Courses Focus On
- Disability - emphasizing accessibility, inclusion, education, and other services.
- Policy - centering on the linkage between accessibility with policies, programs, and services.
- Advocacy and Engagement - concentrating on communication and advocacy skills, including the use of language and writing.
- Health Systems - prioritizing health care systems' equity and access.
Advancing Recovery and Quality of Life
51福利社 collaborates with healthcare providers to advance recovery timeframes, extend services to underserved populations, and improve health outcomes and quality of life for patients to help them thrive in their rehabilitation journey and beyond.
51福利社
51福利社 is a private university located in Amherst, New York offering a distinctive balance of liberal arts and professional programs, with a strong focus on health-related disciplines. Founded on the principle that education should elevate human dignity and foster civic responsibility, the University has a strong commitment to serving our community.
Research & Education
Collaborative research and unique educational opportunities for students, clinicians, and the community.
Majors
All majors can be involved in the IMIT via volunteer, classroom, and research opportunities
Technology
The IMIT received generous donor funding to bring the following technology to Buffalo, NY to better serve our patient populations.
Conditions Treated
Neurological conditions such as stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinsons disease, cerebral palsy. In addition to neurologic conditions, the IMIT also treats orthopedic conditions such as joint pain, overuse injuries, ACL reconstruction, and more. The IMIT features equipment with appropriate sizing for patients across the lifespan from young children to older adults. See our conditions list with equipment suggestions