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