University of Alabama at Birmingham
United States
Designation: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Country: United StatesCara Bullard, PT, DPT is Assistant Professor and Chair of the Admissions Committee at the University of Alabama at Birmingham in the Department of Physical Therapy. Dr. Bullard obtained both her Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Rehabilitation Science & her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Bullards professional experience includes traveling PT, Rehabilitation Director for two healthcare systems, PTA program adjunct faculty, and over a decade of clinical experience in multiple settings. Dr. Bullard currently teaches the therapeutic exercise, examination, and clinical decision-making courses in the UAB DPT Program.
President of Oman Physical Therapy Association
Oman
Designation: President of Oman Physical Therapy Association
Country: OmanSamiya Al Raisi is a consultant physiotherapist holding (MSc) in Physiotherapy from Sheffield Hallam University in the UK specialised in cardiopulmonary area. The 27 years of experience is mixed between working within hospital settings as cardiopulmonary physiotherapy covering the intensive care units and medical wards in one of the largest tertiary hospital in the Sultanate, Royal Hospital. Currently, Samiya is posted in the Ministry of Health of Oman as the Head of Medical Rehabilitation Services. The department is the central authority of physiotherapy practice in the Sultanate. Along with admin role at MOH HQ, Samiya is the President of Oman Physical Therapy Association which is the only NGO for Physiotherapy Profession in Oman. She is always passionate to develop and enhance a better practice of physical therapy in the region, and seeking to improve the workforce skills and capabilities to fulfil the high demand of the physiotherapy practice.
Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University
Russian Federation
Designation: Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University
Country: Russian FederationDoctor of Biological Sciences, Professor, Professor of the Department of Sports Disciplines and Adaptive Physical Culture (AFC). Director of the Academy of Health Scientific and Practical Center, head of the professional retraining course for Adaptive and Therapeutic Physical Culture (AFK and LFK) of Perm State Humanitarian and Pedagogical University (PSHPU). Academician IANPO, participant in expeditions to the Northern Urals (NU). .Expert of the International Program for the Development of Inclusive Communities AAIP, member of IACD (International Association for Community Development), UN accreditation.
National Institute of Medical Science
India
Designation: National Institute of Medical Science
Country: India“Only Education can change lives”, this is what she believes and this is what she propagates. Aarti Nair is a Neuro Development Physiotherapist, with 28 years of rich experience in various hospitals, training institutes and non-governmental organizations. She has specialized in the field of rehabilitation and worked extensively for capacity building of families to achieve positive outcomes in children and young adults with development delays to improve quality of life. Her experience of working with people with disabilities strengthens her belief that when we plan for the most vulnerable, it works for everyone.
Khon Kaen University
Thailand
Designation: Khon Kaen University
Country: ThailandOrawan Buranruk, is a physical therapist who has joined the School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Associated Medical Sciences, and member of Research Center in Back, Neck, Other Joint Pain and Human Performance (BNOJPH) Khon Kaen University, Thailand. She act as the committee of PhD in human movement science curriculum. Her projects background have related in human movement science, ergonomics, mind-body therapies, self-care management, local wisdom, community-based learning, and folkway and community Learning, complementary alternative medicine, sports and exercises science, health education, health care and promotion, and healthy at work.
CEO, Just see me
Netherlands
Designation: CEO, Just see me
Country: NetherlandsSuzanne Strijbosch – van Snippenberg is a Master pediatric physical therapist in the Netherlands and CEO of Just see me, practice for of pediatric physical therapy and movement coaching. She is also author of the book: “Zie wat je kind beweegt”(Dutch), author “80 tips over prikkelverwerking bij kids” (dutch) Her dutch book is also translated in an English E-book: “See what moves your child”. She works with children age 0-18 years old. Mostly children with trauma, sensory processing problems, behavioural problems and adopted children.
Medical Faculty in Ljubljana
Slovenia
Designation: Medical Faculty in Ljubljana
Country: SloveniaAna Golez is a medical doctor, specialist of physical and rehabilitation medicine. She provides interventions to patients with complex disabling conditions. The focus lies in optimising recovery following severe injuries and improving function, thus facilitating participation in society for all individuals.
University San Pablo CEU
Spain
Designation: University San Pablo CEU
Country: SpainRaúl San Segundo Riesco is a physiotherapist and osteopath specialized in chronic pain pathologies. I´ve studied lots of Physiotherapy I am the author of two scientific articles about the connections between constipation and manual therapies. In the last years, I have been studying a lot about breathing and its relationship with the autonomic nervous system.
Ecuadorian Physiotherapy Society
Ecuador
Designation: Ecuadorian Physiotherapy Society
Country: EcuadorGiovanna Binetti, Respiratory Therapist, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Staff and Administrative Manager at CERS (Respiratory Diseases, Rehabilitation and Sleep Center). Active member of Ecuadorian Physiotherapy Society (EPS) and Argentine Respiratory Medicine Society. Additionally, superior education educator with a Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Specialization certified by the Argentine Cardiology Society (ACS), and has a postgraduate degree in Respiratory Rehabilitation from San Martin National University (Argentina) and has completed an advanced course in Respiratory Physiotherapy at the “Hospital Italiano” in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
University Clinic of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Medicine, Ss. Cyril and Metho
Republic of North Macedonia.
Federal University of Bahia
Brazil
Designation: Federal University of Bahia
Country: BrazilAdriana Faiçal, a physical therapist and Ph.D. student from Brazil. I have experience in pediatric rehabilitation and neonatal care since 2001. I currently work as a civil servant at the Federal University of Bahia and in a tertiary hospital. I am a professor at the Bahiana School of Medicine and Public Health. I have a great interest in innovation and new technologies. My doctoral thesis is on this topic. In future, my goal is to develop a project for children with Rare Diseases and apply design thinking approach to expand access to rehabilitation through technological tools and telehealth.
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
Sinagpore
Designation: Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
Country: SinagporeAmanda Tan studied Occupational Therapy at the Singapore Institute of Technology – Trinity college Dublin and graduated in 2017 with a degree of bachelor in science in Occupational Therapy. She then joined Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, an acute setting in Singapore. She specializes in neurorehab with a special interest in physical and cognitive rehabilitation
Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University,
Taiwan
Designation: Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University,
Country: TaiwanYa-Wen Tsai is currently a Physical Therapist in Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University, Tainan, Taiwan. Her professional interests focus on pilates exercise, therapeutic exercise and health promotion.
Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University,
Taiwan
Designation: Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University,
Country: TaiwanHsiang-Yun Chou is currently a Neuro-Physical Therapist in Department of Rehabilitation, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University, Tainan, Taiwan. Her professional interests focus on stroke, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury rehabilitation.
An Nan Hospital, China Medical University
Taiwan
Designation: An Nan Hospital, China Medical University
Country: TaiwanChieh-Ting Yeh is currently a Nursing supervision in Department of Nursing, An Nan Hospital, China Medical University, Tainan, Taiwan. Her professional interests focus on cancer, Hospice and palliative care, and spiritual care.
