Dr. Aathira Pillai
Assistant Professor Neuro - Pediatric Physiotherapist [MUHS]
Mumbai
Summary
Passionate physical therapist with diverse and promising skill-set in neuro and pediatric physical therapy and hospital settings. Adept in properly diagnosing and strategizing for the best patient treatment plans. Empathetic and professional attitude, committed to providing patients with the best care possible. Experienced in counseling patients on preventative care and positive lifestyle changes. A strong leader who works well under pressure and with other medical professionals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages
Work History
Assistant Professor
Dhole Patil College of Physiotherapy
06.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded admission cell to managing various academic and administrative responsibilities
- Class in charge-ship, fostering engaging and conducive learning environment for students
- Subject expert for University exams
- Collaborates and co-ordinates external faculty lectures, to integrate external expertise into academic programs
- Successfully organized and managed various events, including MUHS Foundation Day, Yoga Day, CP Day, etc.
- Handle clinical responsibilities and guide students in OPD and various other postings.
Observership
Fortis hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Learned and followed assessment and treatment procedures, resulting in improved plan of care
- Trained in using new modalities for various conditions and safety procedures
- Implemented strategies to address needs of diverse patient conditions
- Attained reduction in surgeries by recommending alternative treatments in consultation with senior therapists and interdisciplinary team
- Patient commendations for personalized care were consistent with satisfaction in follow-up feedbacks
- Trusting relationships with patients and families were a factor in improved treatment compliance rates
- Involved in implementing electronic medical records and billing software, ahead of schedule.
Education
M.P.T. Neurosciences -
M.G.M. Institute of Physiotherapy [MUHS]
Aurangabad 02.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
D.Y. Patil College Of Physiotherapy
07.2015 - 05.2020
Skills
Preventative Care
undefinedInternship
Completed six months of compulsory rotatory internship; 5 months at Dr. D.Y. Patil Hospital, Pimpri and Ruby Hall Clinic, both Hinjewadi and Pune branch hospitals. This included treating cases in OPD of Orthopedics, Neurology and Pediatrics and also working in the IPDs i.e., ICUs, PICU, General Surgery, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, etc.
Courses
- Bobath and Adult Hemiplegia by Dr. Gaurish Kenkre
- Designing Task-oriented functional exercise for managing patients with stroke
- Clinical Neurodynamics (upper quarter) by Neurodynamic Solutions (NDS), Adelaide, South Australia
- Clinical Neurodynamics (lower quarter) by Neurodynamic Solutions (NDS), Adelaide, South Australia
- Physiotherapy Rehabilitation in Paraplegia by Dr. Uthra Mohan & Dr. Snehal Patel
- Clinical decision support system for Spine Diagnosis and Triage
- Corrective exercise program for upper body dysfunction
- Evidence based treatment for low back pain by James Schomburgk, Adelaide, South Australia
- Multiple Sclerosis: Neuroscience and physiotherapy
- Physical assessment and exercise prescription in paediatric clients
- Musculofascial Release Therapy [Basic and Advance]
- Therapeutic Taping
Publications
- Case report on Pelvic health, 06/01/21, International Journal of scientific research, Impact of pelvic floor muscle training on post operative third degree pelvic organ prolapse management : a case report is published in International Journal of scientific research.
- 2 case reports (1 neuro and 1 peds), In the process of publication.
- 1 randomized controlled trial (neuro), In process for publication.
Conference Presentations
- Thinkathon by IAPWC, Mumbai, 06/01/22, Effect of Wii fit balance training compared to conventional balance training on balance and functional ability in patients with Parkinson's disease:- a RCT
- Scientifica 2022, Pune, 03/01/22
- International pain e-conference, 03/01/21
- CME on shoulder sports injuries by Pune Orthopaedic Society & Pimpri Chinchwad Orthopaedic Association, Pune, 08/01/19
- Physiotronix :- Updates in Electrotherapy, Pune, 03/01/18
Extracurricular Activities
Community Outreach service, Ellora Village [UNESCO World Heritage], 09/01/21 Part of the school and collegiate sports team An active member of local amateur dance groups and dramatic society and take part in variety of programs throughout the year
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Dhole Patil College of Physiotherapy
06.2023 - Current
M.P.T. Neurosciences -
M.G.M. Institute of Physiotherapy [MUHS]
02.2021 - 05.2023
Observership
Fortis hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Physiotherapy -
D.Y. Patil College Of Physiotherapy
07.2015 - 05.2020
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