Rehabilitation Doctors Abroad — Page 10

Professor Lim is a pioneer in spinal care who developed the world's first painless spinal fusion surgery and mini spinal fusion techniques.

• Certified in non-surgical exercise therapy from the University of Florida
• Focuses on spinal tumours, scoliosis, and artificial disc rehabilitation
• Director of the Korean Spinal Neurosurgery Society (KSNS)
• Trained in minimal-access surgery at the Medical Education and Research Institute
• Introduced anterior cervical foraminotomy to Korea for nerve decompression

Dr Caglayan Altinbas is a specialist in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Medipol University Pendik Hospital. He provides comprehensive recovery programmes for both adults and children with complex physical needs.

• Focuses on paediatric rehabilitation for conditions like cerebral palsy
• Manages spinal cord injury recovery to help improve patient mobility
• Performs orthopaedic rehabilitation for post-surgical or injury recovery
• Trained in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Bezmialem Vakif University
• Graduated from the Marmara University English medical programme

Professor Nurten Kuchukchakir serves as Chief Physician at Romatem Bursa, where she specialises in neurological and orthopaedic recovery.

• Manages stroke, spinal cord injury, and Parkinson's disease rehabilitation
• Expert in robotic rehabilitation to assist movement and speed up recovery
• Uses ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin injections for muscle stiffness and pain
• Integrates manual therapy, acupuncture, and ozone therapy into standard care plans
• Member of the Turkish Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Association

Dr Chakarg Pongurgsorn leads rehabilitation programmes at Bumrungrad International Hospital, focusing on restoring independence after major neurological events.

• Specialises in cerebral palsy rehabilitation for both paediatric and adult patients
• Manages stroke and traumatic brain injury recovery via physical and cognitive therapy
• Uses hydrotherapy – water-based exercise to improve mobility with less joint strain
• Oversees occupational therapy to help patients return to daily activities
• Constructs tailored recovery plans for survivors of spinal cord injuries

Iva Pervan is a senior psychologist and specialist facilitator at the DARA Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Centre.

• Leading practitioner for holistic recovery at DARA Rehabilitation
• Integrates clinical psychology with yoga and therapeutic meditation
• Focuses on mindfulness-based relapse prevention and emotional regulation
• Specialises in mind-body connection for long-term health and wellbeing