Doctor's Profile

Dr. Thomas Mathew

Dr. Thomas Mathew


Senior Consultant & HOD


MBBS, MD (Orthopaedics, physical therapy and sports medicine)


Overview

Dr. Thomas Mathew joined Believers Hospital as a Consultant in the PMR department, bringing nearly 30 years of clinical experience in India and the USA. He completed his MBBS from Pondicherry University and earned a master's degree in Orthopedics Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine in the USA.

Education

  • MBBS, Pondicherry University

  • Master's in Orthopedics Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, USA

Areas of Expertise

  • Holistic, patient-centered, evidence-based rehabilitation

  • Non-invasive clinical treatments using Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy

Training

  • Ergonomics

  • Strength Training

  • Muscle Energy Techniques

  • Spinal and Joint Manipulations

  • Spinal Cord and Head Injury Rehabilitation

  • Movement Disorder Management

  • Orthotics & Prosthetics Management

  • Diabetic Foot Management

  • Kinesiotaping

  • Dry Needling

  • Chronic Pain Management

  • Industrial Rehabilitation

  • Work Conditioning & Work Hardening Programs

  • Wound Care Management

Research and Publications

  • Published paper: “Community Empowerment for School Health: Action Research”

  • Presented research paper at FAIMER conference, South Africa

Awards and Recognition

  • FAIMER scholarship recipient

  • Recognized by Malayala Manorama for contributions to rural tribal healthcare

  • Featured in a Shalom TV documentary, "Yelagiriyude Vasantham"

Community and Academic Contributions

  • Clinical coordinator and instructor for various universities in the USA

  • Workshops and clinical training at institutions such as CMC, Vinayaka Mission Hospital, and Sri Manakula Vinayakar Medical College