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Chrystel Ghanem
Montreal,Canada
Summary
Physiotherapist with over 12 years of international experience in ambulatory and acute care settings. Currently completing an Advanced Healthcare Practice Master's degree in Clinical Sciences in the field of Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy at Western University, leading to the Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT) designation by July 2025. Proficient in advanced clinical reasoning, manual therapy, and vestibular rehabilitation. Currently serving as Clinic Director, combining strategic leadership with strong managerial skills to optimize service delivery and implement evidence-informed, patient-centered care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist and Clinical Director
Universal Physiotherapy (Lifemark)
10.2023 - Current
- Deliver evidence-informed physiotherapy interventions for musculoskeletal, vestibular, sports-related and post-surgical conditions.
- Oversee clinical staff as a Clinical Director, fostering collaboration, leading program development, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilize outcome measures to assess treatment effectiveness, monitor patient progress, and drive continuous quality improvement.
- Manage departmental resources, KPI's and budgets while contributing to strategic planning and identifying opportunities for service expansion and growth.
Care Coordinator Manager
Universal Physiotherapy (Lifemark)
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Orient clients on available services, treatment courses, and administrative procedures while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with third-party payers (CNESST, SAAQ, insurance companies) and manage client and therapist schedules.
- Oversee file management, invoicing, and payment collection in line with OPPQ and third-party requirements.
Physiotherapy Specialist, Acute Care
Hamad General Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Led PT initiatives as Acting Team Leader for Acute Care Orthopedics, managing Daycare Robotic Arthroplasty programs and pioneering a Physiotherapy Telerehabilitation clinic during COVID.
- Served as Organizer, Moderator, and Speaker at the Qatar Arthroplasty Conference, hosting lead figures such as Dr. Tania Pizarri.
- Lecturing during educational rounds for orthopedic surgery and physiotherapy departments.
- Provided comprehensive care in acute settings across orthopedic, neurosurgery, general surgery, medical, trauma, and ICU units.
- Supervising physiotherapy interns from Qatar University.
- Participated in interdisciplinary committees, mentored junior physiotherapists, and engaged in community outreach through events like World Disability Day and World Physiotherapy Day.
Senior Physiotherapy Specialist
Curemed Tabsh Medical Centers
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Acting supervisor, overseeing administrative duties, case distribution, junior staff training, and clinical auditing.
- Equipping the PT department in compliance with MOH requirements, implementing and revising departmental policies.
- Assessing and treating MSK adult clients within a multidisciplinary team, and managing clinical reporting for third-party payers..
- Organizing community outreach initiatives on sports injuries, fitness, and ergonomic.
Physical Therapist and Acupuncturist
Chrystel Ghanem Acupuncture and Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Private practice - Majorly adult orthopedic clientèle, ambulatory and home-based clinical settings.
Physical Therapist
Soumaya Kharrat Physical Therapy Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Physical Therapist (Part-time)
Cabinet Elie Koueik
01.2012 - 01.2013
Physical Therapist (Part-time)
Tony Rustom Sports Rehabilitation Center
04.2012 - 06.2012
Education
Masters of Clinical Sciences (AHCP) - Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy-FCAMPT
University of Western Ontario
London, ON07-2025
Physiotherapy Equivalency -
McGill University
Montreal, QC07-2023
Diploma - Traditional Chinese Medicine And Acupuncture
Saint-Joseph University
Beirut, LB07-2013
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Lebanese University - Faculty of Public Health
Beirut, LB11-2012
Skills
- Manual and Manipulative Therapy
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Therapeutic Exercise Prescription
- Sports Injury Management
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Balance and Coordination Training
- Advanced Clinical Reasoning
- Clinical Leadership
Certification
- Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP)
- Group Fitness Instructor (PoundPro)
- CPR/AED Certification
Accomplishments
Women Leadership Award - Lifemark (2025)
Stars of Excellence Award - Hamad Medical Corporation (2019)
Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physiotherapist and Clinical Director
Universal Physiotherapy (Lifemark)
10.2023 - Current
Care Coordinator Manager
Universal Physiotherapy (Lifemark)
08.2021 - 04.2023
Physiotherapy Specialist, Acute Care
Hamad General Hospital
10.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Physiotherapy Specialist
Curemed Tabsh Medical Centers
08.2015 - 07.2017
Physical Therapist
Soumaya Kharrat Physical Therapy Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Physical Therapist (Part-time)
Tony Rustom Sports Rehabilitation Center
04.2012 - 06.2012
Physical Therapist and Acupuncturist
Chrystel Ghanem Acupuncture and Physical Therapy
01.2012 - 01.2021
Physical Therapist (Part-time)
Cabinet Elie Koueik
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP)
- Group Fitness Instructor (PoundPro)
- CPR/AED Certification
Masters of Clinical Sciences (AHCP) - Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy-FCAMPT
University of Western Ontario
Physiotherapy Equivalency -
McGill University
Diploma - Traditional Chinese Medicine And Acupuncture
Saint-Joseph University
Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy
Lebanese University - Faculty of Public Health
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