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ABY DAVID

Gladstone

Summary

Dedicated and highly skilled Physiotherapist with over 13 years of experience, specializing in musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiac, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Founder and Director of Physiatrix Wellness, managing all aspects of patient care, clinic operations, and business growth. Proven expertise in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-based therapies to ensure optimal patient recovery. Committed to continuous learning, professional development, and delivering high-quality healthcare services in both private practice and clinical settings.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Director /Senior Physiotherapist

Physiatrix Wellness
02.2024 - Current
  • Managed all aspects of clinic operations, patient care, and administration.
  • Assess, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
  • Develop personalized rehabilitation programs using evidence-based practices.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare standards and maintain patient records.
  • Promote the clinic through patient education and community engagement.

Physiotherapist

Australian Health Professionals
05.2022 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive patient assessments and formulated effective, clinically reasoned treatment plans
  • Collaborated with physiotherapy team to provide effective service and involvement in development and implementation of departmental policies
  • Provided patients with pain management techniques, including Soft tissue release, manual therapy, therapeutic exercises and therapeutic modalities
  • Evaluated patient need for rehabilitative equipment and mobility aids to improve safety and functioning within home
  • Maintained clinical professional development by incorporating new treatment trends and research
  • Supervised and coordinated work of Physiotherapy assistants on site
  • Exhibited competence in Musculoskeletal & Neuromuscular assessment techniques and skills to accomplish patients maximum rehabilitation
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs

Physiotherapist

Vivir Health Care
09.2019 - 05.2022
  • Worked as a part of multidisciplinary team providing care to geriatric population
  • Worked in various aged cares, across Rockhampton, for Vivir performing comprehensive assessments on residents on various intervals
  • Provided pain management treatments to residents as indicated
  • Attend care conferences with families as required to give them an idea regarding physio aspect of care that is being provided to residents
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers

Physiotherapist

Active Physio Health
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Worked in this private practice clinic for 7 months
  • Provide treatment to patients Spinal cord injuries, Orthopedic cases like fractures of spine, upper and lower limbs
  • Plan therapy program for neuro, cardiac & musculoskeletal patients including posture, gait training, range of motion, muscle testing, sensory testing, specific extremity and spinal segmental motion, biomechanical analysis of functional activities, orthotic analysis and other relevant assessments

Physiotherapist

Universal Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2018
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for both inpatients and out patients
  • Gained experience in post surgical rehabilitation and in acute care settings
  • Worked in Emergency department
  • Worked in out patient department

Physiotherapist

Tk Sports Medicine Clinic
01.2010 - 11.2014
  • Gained experience working in private practice
  • Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability
  • Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs
  • Supervised clinical students, certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers
  • Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength

Intern Physiotherapist

AMALA Medical College Hospital
07.2010 - 12.2010
  • Administered initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition
  • Conferred with other health care staff to enhance rehabilitation or maintenance of function
  • Collaborated with hospital departments and community agencies to deliver coordinated care
  • Responded to established emergency procedures to promote patient safety and care
  • Observed patient tolerance and status during treatment to modify treatment program if necessary
  • Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

Mahatma Gandhi University
12.2010

Skills

  • Management skills
  • Excellent team player
  • Experienced working in hospitals
  • Ability to build rapport with patients from variety of backgrounds
  • Experience working with orthopedic, neurological and cardiac case loads
  • Experienced working with various age groups
  • Multilingual
  • Excellent documentation skills
  • Experienced in Tecar therapy
  • Therapeutic recreation specialist
  • Strategic planning
  • Decision-making
  • Operations management

Affiliations

  • AHPRA General Registration- PHY0002281125
  • HAAD(Health Authority Abu Dhabi) - United Arab Emirates
  • Indian Association of Physiotherapists

Timeline

Director /Senior Physiotherapist

Physiatrix Wellness
02.2024 - Current

Physiotherapist

Australian Health Professionals
05.2022 - Current

Physiotherapist

Vivir Health Care
09.2019 - 05.2022

Physiotherapist

Active Physio Health
03.2019 - 08.2019

Physiotherapist

Universal Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2018

Intern Physiotherapist

AMALA Medical College Hospital
07.2010 - 12.2010

Physiotherapist

Tk Sports Medicine Clinic
01.2010 - 11.2014

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

Mahatma Gandhi University
ABY DAVID