Lourdes Issa

Dedicated and compassionate Grade 1 Physiotherapist seeking permanent full time position to continue to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care through individualised and evidence-based treatment. Committed to collaborative practice and enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and innovative strategies.

1. January - May 2025

Orthopaedic medicine and infectious diseases, in addition to trauma, in older people units

• Completed weekend training (including basic tracheostomy assessment and treatment, emergency department and cardiothoracic unit)
• Assisted with new staff orientation (new graduate physiotherapists and allied health assistants)
• Assisted with student supervision
• Prioritisation of caseloads and patient allocation to cover for senior staff/supervisor leave on the ward
• Contributed to the development of pressure injury care resource to nursing staff on 9W, highlighting the current evidence-based physiotherapy role in pressure injury management.

2. May - Current

Geriatric evaluation and management unit - Aged care 4 

• AHPRA registration
• NDIS check
• Working with children's check
• Mental health first aid certificate
• Full driver's license

Completed placements at Austin Health:

• Acute cardio-respiratory ward, abdominal surgery, and liver transplant unit (inpatient and outpatient) in addition to outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation groups - Averaged 83%
• Neurological rehabilitation (including neurosurgery) - Averaged 98%
• General medicine and amputees averaged 95%

Private practice placements:

• Gerontology-focused (65+ years old) - Averaged 81%
• Pediatrics focused (0-12 years) - Averaged Excellent

Additional:

• Aged care placement - Averaged Excellent
• Hospital@home placement - Averaged Excellent
• Hydrotherapy classes - Averaged Excellent

• Nicholas Terns, Grade 3 physiotherapist

nicholas.ternes2@mh.org.au 

0408522141

• Tiffany Theoharidis, Grade 2 physiotherapist

tiffany.theoharidis@mh.org.au

1. Western Health (2024 – Current)
o What are the barriers and facilitators for patients who are undergoing inpatient rehabilitation after stroke in engaging with self-directed digital resources aimed at increasing activity levels outside of structured therapy: A Scoping Review.
2. Anglican Diocese (2024)
o The principles of hope, joy, and purpose significantly influence the overall health outcomes of adult refugees: A qualitative case-based study.
3. Wellsprings for Women Organization (2023)
o Perceived physical activity needs for Afghani refugee women with family violence background. A qualitative study.