congress Committee
Prof. Dr. Milada Krejci
University of Physical Education and Sports
PALESTRA
Czech Republic
Prof. Paed Dr.
Milada KREJCI, PhD.
University professor, Vice-Rector for Science and Research, Wellness and Nutrition Science. College of Physical Education and Sport PALESTRA
University professor, Vice-Rector for Science and Research, Wellness and Nutrition Science, Member of the Academic Council, Guarantor of the master's study field "Wellness Specialist"; Chairman of the Society of Research in Wellness. Her research activity focuses on the field of health promotion and health education. She develops professional cooperation with physiologists, physicians, pedagogues, psychologists, coaches in the Czech Republic and abroad (e.g. Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, India, Japan, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Austria, Greece, Slovakia, Slovenia, Switzerland, Great Britain, USA). She publishes scientific articles and monographs in the field of
healthy lifestyle and wellness, sport psychology, optimization of lifestyle and
emotional states, stress reduction, resocialization of juvenile delinquents,
etc. She has lectured at many European and non-European universities. She participated in the solution of 23 research projects - national and international. She helps to disseminate new scientific knowledge in the field of health education, sports humanities, wellness, including the issue of seniors
and people with disabilities. In a close cooperation with Japanese experts from
Kochi University she focuses on research into the issue of disturbed circadian
rhythmicity at various ages in athletes and non-athletes. She is the initiator and co-founder of the scientific journal "Acta Salus Vitae" and the "Society of Research in Wellness". She has received various awards in the Czech Republic and abroad for her scientific and pedagogical work in the field of health promotion.
Prof. Dr. Gordana Devecerski
University of Novi Sad,
Clinic for Medical
Rehabilitation
Serbia
Prof. Dr. Gordana Devecerski
University of Novi Sad, Serbia
Prof. Dr Gordana Devecerski Born in Sarajevo (SFRY) in 1961. Graduated at the Faculty of Medicine in Novi Sad in 1986, and then received master's degree and specialized at the same faculty. Received PhD at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade in 1999, in the field of neurophysiology. Became pain medicine subspecialist in 2016. Prof. Gordana Devecerski, PhD, MS, MD has been a full professor at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Novi Sad since 2016, in the scientific field of medical rehabilitation. She teaches medical and nursing students, occupational therapists in full-time, master's and doctoral studies as well as in specialist programs to future medical rehabilitation and pain therapy specialists. During her career, she attended professional study visits in Italy, USA, UAE. She is a member of several domestic and international professional associations. She is the author and co-author of more than 300 professional and scientific papers, published and presented in the country and abroad.
Dr. Fatima Chehouri Nasser
President of Lebanese Occupational Therapists Syndicate
Lebanon
Dr. Fatima Chehouri Nasser
President of Lebanese Occupational Therapists Syndicate Lebanon
Dr. Fatima Chehouri Nasser is an American Board-Certified Occupational Therapist with a doctorate In Occupational Therapy from Philadelphia/Jefferson University, USA. Dr. Chehouri-‐Nasser received extensive training at Johns Hopkins University Hospital followed by a full-time senior position at the facility; and held numerous faculty posts nationally and internationally. Dr. Chehouri-‐Nasser is the President of the Lebanese Occupational Therapists Syndicate. Dr. Chehouri-‐Nasser is the founder/owner of a private practice in Beirut-‐Lebanon. Her expertise is in conducting clinical evaluations and providing interventions in various specialty areas, including traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and other neurological disorders as well as in the area of cognitive rehabilitation with emphasis on the psychosocial model of occupational participation. Dr. Chehouri-‐Nasser's work experience has extended to collaborating with local and international NGOs to conduct workshops and professional development seminars within occupational therapy and mental health.
Nur Mohammad
Consultant Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
London, UK
Nur Mohammad
Consultant Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist, UK
An Musculoskeletal Clinician registered with HCPC and member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Highly specialised in Advanced MSK practice, First Contact Practice and musculoskeletal medicine with sports injury rehabilitation. Academic knowledge in MSc in Advancing Physiotherapy Practice, Musculoskeletal medicine SOMM modules, diploma in joint injection therapy, Medical Acupuncture and ultrasound guided PRP injection made me more equipped in my professional career. Happy to picked up experience in Advanced physiotherapy practitioner at GP practice, NHS, and Medico legal injury caseloads in private sectors alongside occupational health physiotherapy at Rolls-Royce. Always love to innovate new challenges in MSK and thrive to make changes in clinicians life. Current mission to continue investing in clinical and leadership skills in order to create world class clinician at the Physio Orthopaedics. Sky is the limit and never give up in your ability.
Dr. Shaik Balkhis Banu
Fatima College of Health Sciences,
UAE
Dr. Shaik Balkhis Banu
Program Coordinator & Assistant
Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, Fatima
College of Health Sciences,
United Arab Emirates
Dr. Shaik Balkhis Banu holds the
esteemed position of Program Coordinator for the Physiotherapy program at
Fatima College of Health Sciences in Al Ain, UAE. With a wealth of experience
spanning more than 17 years, Dr. Balkhis has honed her expertise in both
clinical practice and academia, leaving a lasting impact in diverse cultural
contexts across the Kingdom of Bahrain, India, and her current base in the UAE.
Her academic journey is distinguished
by a bachelor’s and master’s degree in physiotherapy, complemented by a
Postgraduate Diploma in Hospital Administration. Dr. Balkhis's commitment to
academic excellence is further evidenced by her attainment of two doctoral
degrees—one in Neurological Rehabilitation from India and the other in
Orthopedics and Sports from Malaysia.
Dr. Balkhis's scholarly contributions
extend beyond her impressive educational background, with over 30 publications
in reputable journals over the past six years. She actively engages with
various physiotherapy associations and serves on editorial boards,
demonstrating her dedication to advancing the field through research and
collaboration.
As a leader in physiotherapy education
and practice, Dr. Balkhis embodies a commitment to excellence, innovation, and
interdisciplinary collaboration, shaping the future of healthcare in her
community and beyond.
Dr. Animesh Hazari
Gulf Medical University
UAE
Dr. Animesh Hazari
Gulf Medical University, UAE
Dr. Animesh is currently working as Assistant Professor, College of Health Sciences in Gulf Medical University. He is actively involved in supervising and encouraging research activities of students at undergraduate and post graduate level at GMU. He is also supervising and guiding PhD students at Universities in India. He is
a well-known researcher across the globe for his valuable contribution in areas of Diabetic Foot, Biomechanics, Neuromuscular function with over 45 indexed publication and multiple invited guest speaker at international conferences. At GMU his research output has been significant in terms of internal and external
grants. He has bagged an internal research grant on Gait Biomechanics among
diabetes mellitus population in conjunction with Thumbay Physical Therapy and
Rehabilitation hospital. An external funded research grant by the Badminton
World Federation has been secured for conducting research on effects of
Badminton over Neuromuscular and Cardiovascular functions among UAE
population. Dr. Hazari has patents and
copyrights under his name for areas of his work excellence. He is also currently
involved in an active ongoing research grant by Department of Science and
technology, Govt. of India over Biomechanical analysis in cerebral Palsy
children. Adding to his research in academic excellence he has authored two
books published by Springer.
Mostafa Bukhmseen
Saudi Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)
Saudi Arabia
Mostafa Bukhmseen
Vice President of Saudi Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA), Saudi Arabia
Mostafa Bukhmseen, Bachelor of Applied Science Occupational therapy from The University of Sydney. Vice President of Saudi Occupational Therapy Association. Senior Occupational therapist at Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City in Amputee Specialty Program. Competent in treating upper limb amputee cases through pain modalities, activities of daily living retraining and prosthetic rehabilitation with body powered and myoelectric prosthesis. Presented in many events and guest speaker for couple of universities in Saudi Arabia.
Dr. Praveen Kumar
Dean, College of Health Sciences, GMU.
UAE
Dr. Praveen Kumar
Dean, College of Health Sciences, GMU.
UAE
Dr. Jeton Tifeku
Clinic for Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation FIZIOTERAPIA
Kosovo
Jeton Tifeku
Director, Clinic for Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation FIZIOTERAPIA,
Kosovo
Director/ PhD Physical Therapist / Ostheopatic manual practitioner / FIFA football medicine. at Ordinanca per Terapi Fizikale dhe Rehabilitim "FIZIOTERAPIA"
Stephen Miller
Sports Physio Mentor at
GrowPhysio.com
England
Stephen Miller
Sports Physio Mentor at
GrowPhysio.com
Steve Miller is a Sports Physiotherapist working with Athletes & Sports Injuries on a daily basis. Steve worked within elite sport at Newcastle Falcons Rugby Club 1st Team managing players in their Premiership Squad 2014-2020 and currently works in Sports Injury Clinics, British Judo and Associate University Lecturer. His other experiences include roles with Beach Volleyball during the London Olympics 2012 and Field Hockey at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2014 and setting up Grow Physio, an online teaching platform.