ANKITA SHAH
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
HOLEBROOK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate physiotherapist with extensive experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions. Skilled in designing personalized rehabilitation programs to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function. Committed to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Limited PTA Under Supervision
Bellhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
07.2025 - Current
- Company Overview: Email: info@BellhavenCenter.com Address: 110 Beaver Dam Rd, Brookhaven, NY,11719
- Work under a physical therapist (PT)'s supervision to help patients recover from injuries or illness by implementing treatment plans. This involves guiding patients through therapeutic exercises, administering treatments like massage and ultrasound, educating patients and families on home care, documenting progress, and maintaining a clean and organized treatment area.
- Patient Care & Treatment:
- Implement treatment plans designed by the supervising physical therapist.
- Help patients perform exercises, stretches, and other functional activities.
- Administer therapeutic modalities like heat, cold, electrical stimulation, and ultrasound.
- Assist patients with transfers and positioning to and from treatment areas.
- Instruct patients on the proper use of assistive devices such as walkers or crutches.
- Patient & Family Education:
- Educate patients and their families on proper techniques for exercises and activities at home to reinforce recovery strategies.
- Counsel patients on wellness and health maintenance.
- Observation & Reporting:
- Observe patients before, during, and after therapy sessions.
- Note patient status and communicate their progress and any concerns to the physical therapist.
- Documentation:
- Document patient progress, treatment details, and other relevant information accurately in patient records.
- Environment & Equipment:
- Prepare and maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment area.
- Ensure that all necessary equipment and supplies are readily available for patient treatments.
- Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with the physical therapist and other members of the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive and effective
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
SHAH HOSPITAL
06.2008 - 06.2025
- Company Overview: Email: shahhosp@gmail.com Adress: 21, Shantinagar, Usmanpura, Opp. Holiday in Hotel, Ashram road, Ahmedabad
- Working independently and treating indoor patients and Outdoor patients in Shah Hospital Covering Musculoskeletal (orthopaedics cases pre and post-operative, degenerative), Cardiorespiratory and Neurological Disorders, Elderly Rehabilitation, Acute Surgical care (pre and post-surgical cases)
- I have been exposed to cases like cerebral palsy, sensory integration dysfunction, muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injuries, autism, ADHD, DCD, ASD, genetic and orthopedic disorders etc.
- Being a part of this Rehabilitation Centre I developed good understanding of genetic, neurological, orthopedic and related motor skill problems in affected children.
- Worked one on one with children. Provided education to parents about at home exercises to do with children.
- Review new referrals and patient's medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
- Routinely perform diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities. Expertly customize conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients. Recommend equipment and home modification.
- Conduct group exercise class. Work in coordination with other MDT.
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
JIVRAJ MEHTA HOSPITAL
04.2007 - 05.2008
- Company Overview: Ratubhai Adani Arogyadham, Dr. Jivraj Mehta Marg, Ahmedabad 380007
- RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review physician referrals and patient’s medical records to formulate an accurate diagnosis and best course of treatment.
- Routinely perform diagnostic and prognostic exams to evaluate muscle, nerve, joint and functional abilities. Expertly customize conventional physical therapy techniques to meet the specific needs of individual patients. Recommend equipment and home modification.
- Identify health emergency and act accordingly.
- Delivered rehabilitation programs to patients in their homes & other community venues as appropriate which include electro therapy, mobility and exercise tasks.
- Used a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to facilitate and progress rehabilitation and treatment programs.
- Outpatient department- assessing/diagnosing/treating general and chronic cases with cardiorespiratory, musculoskeletal and neurological disorders.
Education
Bachelor of - Physiotherapy
Srinivas College Of Physiotherapy
01.2006
Skills
Mother tongue(s): Gujarati
Awards
I had awarded the Merit certificate for secured FIRST place in C.B.R. during my fourth year B.P.T., -I have attended seminar on “Recent Trends in Management of Ischemic Heart Diseases for physiotherapist” held at Mangalore on 14th December 2005.
Publications
- I had registered as a delegate and attended the “2nd ALL INDIA PHYSIOTHERAPY STUDENTS CONFERENCE” organized by south kanara Physiotherapy teachers Association held at 11th January 2005, at town hall Mangalore
- I had registered as a delegate and attended the “4th ANNUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY STUDENTS CONFERENCE” organized by south kanara Physiotherapy teachers Association held at 7th to 10th February ,at bejai church hall, Mangalore
Training
- I had attended Course of “MyofascialDecompression Therapy” and also receive awarded title of MATTS Certified Therapist” from December 28, 2019 to December 30, 2019 by PTRE (Physical therapy research & educational Foundation) Provider MATT Systems .
- I had Participated in an intensive 4 days (32 Hrs) CPD in, “OMT Basic & advanced DRY NEEDLING” Practitioner course (Certificate of CPD completion) in March 2019. - I had attended Course of “Myofascial Assessment & Treatment Tool” on December 30, 2019 by PTRE (Physical therapy research & educational Foundation) Provider MATT Systems
- I had Completed Practical training including exam under “ Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation” and has been awarded “ MATTS Certified Therapist” on 22nd – 24th June 2019 by PTRE (Physical therapy research & educational Foundation) Provider MATT Systems
- I have attended the Five days i.e. 40 hours, course on “INTRODUCTION TO NDT” in the month of March 2007.
Timeline
Limited PTA Under Supervision
Bellhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care
07.2025 - Current
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
SHAH HOSPITAL
06.2008 - 06.2025
PHYSIOTHERAPIST
JIVRAJ MEHTA HOSPITAL
04.2007 - 05.2008
Bachelor of - Physiotherapy
Srinivas College Of Physiotherapy
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