AHMED EL DAFRAWY
Newport Beach
Summary
Bilingual Physical Therapist with strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in patient assessment, time management and therapy-program design and execution. Dedicated to guiding others while inspiring an insatiable passion for collaboration. Versatile coach utilizes various assessments and techniques to assist in identifying appropriate intervention techniques.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
Extended Home Care , a Valence Care Company
06.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
- Taught patients how to use braces, crutches, and prosthetic devices to reduce pain.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Designed customized home exercise programs tailored to individual patient needs for continued progress outside of clinic visits.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal issues and determine appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
- Promoted patient autonomy by teaching self-management techniques for chronic pain conditions.
- Enhanced patient mobility and reduced recovery time by designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for post-surgical rehabilitation.
- Improved patient adherence to home exercise programs by developing clear, easy-to-follow instructional materials.
- Promoted health and wellness within community by organizing and leading workshops on injury prevention and healthy living.
- Optimized treatment outcomes by integrating evidence-based practices and new technologies into patient care plans.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
Physical Therapist
Free Move , Siam Mohamed PT,DPT.
02.2023 - Current
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Reduced recovery time for patients with sports injuries through targeted exercises and massage techniques.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to accurately diagnose musculoskeletal issues and determine appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely communication among healthcare professionals.
- Led group therapy sessions for improved balance, flexibility, and strength in older adult populations.
- Mentored new physical therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment and sharing clinical expertise.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in treatment approaches, staying current with industry research and best practices.
- Utilized advanced manual therapy techniques to alleviate pain symptoms in a variety of patient populations.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Assisted athletes in achieving peak performance by designing specialized conditioning programs and addressing sports-specific imbalances.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Administered sports injury rehabilitation, facilitating return to pre-injury levels of activity.
Administration Officer
EMSA- Emergency Medical Services Authorities
04.2020 - Current
- Organize health and safety programs for crisis management during pandemic.
- Oversee all health and safety aspects of disaster response team including base of operations and patient safety.
- Develop policies and procedures for proper donning and doffing PPE protection protocol.
- Conduct inspection/develop recommendations to ensure best practices for patients’ safety.
- Support CAL-MAT team leader as member of command staff by developing safety component of incident action plan.
- Ensure by conducting inspections injury prevention is being always conducted with best practice.
- Maximize patient safety by conducting medical equipment placement and inspect hazardous materials.
- Create Exercise Program Called (Global Wellness) was designed to keep COVID 19 patient mobile and Healthy.
Research Associate
Salem Neurological Associates
01.2010 - 05.2022
- Performed data entry and quality assurance checks for administered tests and questionnaires.
- Assist with subject patient recruitment.
- Assists with study coordination.
- Conducting patient information . Study Consenting subjects to participate in research studies Managing technical set-up and hands-on equipment responsibilities Participating in weekly meetings with Dr.Salem to discuss progress and present findings during program with Parkinson’s disease.
- Accurately completed insurance and Medicaid billing and OASIS documentations in timely manner
- Increased weekly average patient visit volume through improved scheduling and rapid insurance approval turnaround.
Physical Therapist
Private Practice
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Select Physical Therapy techniques and sequence of activities, and adapt such techniques as indicated by patient performance
- Help developed appropriate home or community programming to support the patient's continued recovery in his or her own environment
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments
- Managed a high-volume caseload and organized the daily schedules of physical therapy assistants and patients
Physical Therapist
Dar El-Fouad Hospital
02.2001 - 02.2006
- Provided services to patients by assisting in the assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation
- Worked in accordance with physicians' orders to applicable principles and practices of physical therapy
- Fit patients for, adjusts, and educate patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs
- Planned and administered a range of treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving active and passive ranges of motion and muscle reeducation
- Taught patients how to live within the limits of their capabilities and celebrated their successes.
Education
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Utica University
New York, NY05.2018
Masters of physical Education -
Helwan University
EGYPT06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Cairo University
EGYPT06.2001
Skills
- Patient assessment expert Adaptive to changing environments
- Home health care expertise
- Patient-focused therapy
- Trained in diagnostics and initiating plan of care
- Skilled in-patient relations
- Evaluation, Assessment, intervention through collaboration
- Unique ability to communicate effective instructional strategies and Interventions
- Leverage Resources work closely with patient attain resources in order to help to achieve plan of care goals
- Knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding identification and diagnosis of variety of condition
Timeline
Physical Therapist
Extended Home Care , a Valence Care Company
06.2024 - Current
Physical Therapist
Free Move , Siam Mohamed PT,DPT.
02.2023 - Current
Administration Officer
EMSA- Emergency Medical Services Authorities
04.2020 - Current
Research Associate
Salem Neurological Associates
01.2010 - 05.2022
Physical Therapist
Private Practice
01.2006 - 01.2010
Physical Therapist
Dar El-Fouad Hospital
02.2001 - 02.2006
Doctorate of Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy
Utica University
Masters of physical Education -
Helwan University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Cairo University
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