Emmanuel Uzorchukwu Okpara
Physiotherapist
Ikeja ,Lagos
Summary
I have spent years honing my skills as a physiotherapist, having strong interest in neurological and musculoskeletal conditions. My practice is rooted in evidence-based techniques, personalized treatment plans, and compassionate patient care. Through continuous learning and collaboration, I strive to empower my patients to achieve their optimal physical function and well-being which in turn will reintegrate them back to the society. Empathy, diligence, trust and confidentiality are my keys words in life.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Physiotherapist
Nigerian Ports Authority
Marina , Lagos
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Assessing patents’ physical conditions and needs
- Developing personalized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
- Implementing treatment modalities such as exercise programs, manual therapy and modalities such TENS, ultrasound, etc
- Monitoring patients’ progress and adjusting treatment plans was necessary.
- Providing education and guidance to patients and their families or relatives about the their condition and preventing future injuries.
- Collaborating with other health care professionals to coordinate patient care
- Keeping patients’ records secure and up to date
- Organising physical fitness exercises classes for patients in the gym twice every week
Physiotherapy Intern
University College Hospital, Uch
Ibadan , Oyo
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Rotating through 8 sub-specialties of physiotherapy; neurosurgery, neuromedicine, cardiopulmonary & ICU, paediatrics, orthopedics, geriatrics, women’s health and community units.
- Clerking and reviewing an average of 3 patients per day.
- Examining, planning and developing personalized treatment goals for patients.
- Enhancing attainment of patients’ functional goal through objective tasks both in clinic and at home.
- Keeping register of patients seen secure and up to date.
- Documenting daily treatments for retrospective studies and research purposes.
- Presenting at least one case study and a treatment/ assessment skill at each of the eight units.
- Involving in some administrative assignments like departmental survey, disability program planning, health outreaches, committee member for education team.
- Co-managing patient with a team of other health care professionals for efficient patient care.
- Offering services which include rehabilitation exercises, electrotherapy, thermotherapy, cryotherapy, respiratory therapy, neurological rehabilitation, ICU specific care.
Education
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
University of Ibadan
Oduduwa Road, Ibadan 02.2016 - 12.2021
Skills
Wheelchair assessment and prescription
Memberships
- Medical Rehabilitation Therapists (Registration) Board of Nigeria. (MRTB)
Training
- Certificate of Participation in a 3 day workshop on medical imaging for physiotherapists.
- Certificate of attendance in a 2 day workshop on Nwugarian Techniques of Manipulative Therapy.
Volunteering
Head of Logistics for physiotherapy department, UCH
World Physiotherapy Day, September 2022.
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Nigerian Ports Authority
07.2023 - 07.2024
Physiotherapy Intern
University College Hospital, Uch
04.2022 - 03.2023
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
University of Ibadan
02.2016 - 12.2021
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