Serkan Kablanoğlu | Rehabilitation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu | Rehabilitation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu at Kocaeli university, Turkey

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu 🎓 is a dedicated PhD-level Occupational Therapist at Kocaeli University 🏥, specializing in innovative rehabilitation techniques such as virtual reality-based and mirror therapy for peripheral nerve injuries ✋. With a strong academic foundation and research experience backed by national projects 📊, he has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles and presented at national and international conferences 🌍. His work bridges clinical application and academic excellence, especially in neurorehabilitation and dysphagia recovery 💡. Actively involved in healthcare policy and international collaborations 🌐, Dr. Kablanoğlu continues to make impactful contributions to the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. 🧠💪

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Academic Background

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu 🎓 holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Anadolu University and another in Health Management from Istanbul University 📘. He later pursued a Master’s and PhD in Occupational Therapy at Kocaeli University 🏥, where he specialized in innovative rehabilitation methods, including mirror therapy and virtual reality-based movement therapy ✋🧠. His academic journey reflects a unique blend of healthcare, therapy, and administrative insight 📊. Through rigorous research, national projects, and active academic contributions 📚, Dr. Kablanoğlu has positioned himself as a forward-thinking professional in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation 💪🌟.

Professional Background

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu 💼 has been serving as a dedicated Occupational Therapist at Kocaeli University since 2005 🏥, contributing nearly two decades to clinical care, research, and education. His expertise lies in neurorehabilitation, focusing on therapies for peripheral nerve injuries using mirror therapy and virtual reality ✋🧠. He has actively participated in university-funded research projects 📊 and has held key administrative roles, including Quality Coordinator and expert consultant for the Turkish Ministry of Health. His international experience includes Erasmus mobility in Poland 🌍, reflecting a global perspective in advancing rehabilitation practices 🧳✨.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu 🏅 has earned recognition for his impactful contributions to occupational therapy and rehabilitation sciences 🧠💪. His innovative work in mirror therapy and virtual reality-based treatments has been featured in national conferences and supported by university-funded projects 📊. As a trusted expert, he was appointed by the Turkish Ministry of Health for key health strategy initiatives, showcasing his influence beyond academia. His academic excellence, conference presentations 🗣️, and involvement in international training programs 🌍 have further solidified his reputation as a respected researcher and clinician in the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation 🌟.

Research Focus

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu 🔬 focuses his research on innovative rehabilitation techniques for peripheral nerve injuries, particularly using mirror therapy and virtual reality-based movement therapy ✋🧠. His studies aim to enhance motor recovery and functional independence in patients through non-invasive, tech-driven interventions 💡💻. He has authored several peer-reviewed articles on topics such as dysphagia, hand trauma, and postural disorders 📚, and actively participates in clinical projects supported by Kocaeli University 📊. His work bridges cutting-edge technology with patient-centered care ❤️, contributing to the advancement of neurorehabilitation and physical medicine in both academic and clinical settings 🌟🏥.

Publication Top Notes

Rehabilitation outcomes in patients with early and two-stage reconstruction of flexor tendon injuries
📅 Year: 2016 | Cited by: 16

YouTube as a Source of Information on Oropharyngeal Dysphagia Exercises: A Quality and Reliability Analysis
📅 Year: 2024 | Cited by: 2

Treatment of post-stroke dysphagia with interferential current: Three case reports and a review of the literature
📅 Year: 2024 | Cited by: 1

Effects of hippotherapy on upper extremity functions in children with cerebral palsy
📅 Year: 2024 | Cited by: 1

Elde periferik sinir yaralanmalarında ayna tedavisinin etkinliği
📅 Year: 2019 | Cited by: 1

The relationship between pain and activity participation, quality of life and depression symptoms in traumatic hand injuries
📅 Year: 2025

Conclusion

Dr. Serkan Kablanoğlu is a highly qualified and deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award 🏆, with a strong foundation in occupational therapy, rehabilitation sciences, and neurorehabilitation. His academic journey from bachelor’s degrees in economics and health management to a PhD in Occupational Therapy 🎓 reflects a consistent focus on advancing health care. His research on mirror therapy and virtual reality-based treatments ✋🧠 demonstrates innovation and clinical relevance, supported by BAP-funded projects and impactful publications 📚. With international collaboration 🌍, national-level health policy roles, and active scientific dissemination, Dr. Kablanoğlu showcases excellence in translational and multidisciplinary rehabilitation research 💪✨.

 

 

Kazem Malmir | Physiotherapy | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kazem Malmir | Physiotherapy | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kazem Malmir, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Dr. Kazem Malmir is an Associate Professor in the Physical Therapy Department at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS) 🇮🇷. With a BSc in Occupational Therapy, MSc, and PhD in Physical Therapy, his research focuses on neuromuscular control, rehabilitation, sports injuries, and biomechanical assessments 🦵📊. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles, contributed to academic curricula, and received awards including “Selected Young Researcher” 🏆. Dr. Malmir is skilled in SPSS, MATLAB, and Office tools 💻. He is a member of the Iranian Physical Therapy Association and actively teaches at undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels 🎓📚.

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🎓 Academic Background

Dr. Kazem Malmir holds a strong academic foundation in rehabilitation sciences 🧠🦵. He earned his BSc in Occupational Therapy from Shahid Beheshti University in July 1999 🎓. He then pursued his MSc in Physical Therapy at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), completing it in July 2005 with a thesis on the effect of muscle fatigue on knee flexor to extensor torque ratios and knee dynamic stability ⚖️💪. In May 2014, he completed his PhD in Physical Therapy at TUMS, focusing on the effects of peroneal muscle fatigue and cyclic loading on ankle neuromuscular control during lateral-hop landing

📘 Teaching Portfolio

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kazem Malmir has an extensive teaching portfolio across undergraduate, master’s, and PhD levels 🎓📚. At the undergraduate level, he teaches courses such as Kinesiology and Biomechanics of the Lower Extremity, Assistive Devices and Prosthetics, Kinesiology of Vertebral Column, and Massage and Mobilization of Limbs 🦵👐. His master’s courses include Physical Therapy in Sports Injuries, Sports Biomechanics, Advanced Electromyography, and Science and Analysis of Functional Movements ⚽📊. For PhD students, he instructs Occupational Biomechanics, Advanced Clinical Electroneurophysiology, and PhD Seminar, reflecting his expertise in movement science and neurophysiology 🧠🧪.

🏅 Professional Distinctions & Memberships

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kazem Malmir has been recognized for his contributions to physical therapy through several professional distinctions and memberships 🏆📜. In February 2022, he was honored as the Selected Young Researcher in the Physiotherapy Department at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, highlighting his research excellence 🧪✨. He has served as a dedicated faculty member since May 2014, actively engaging in teaching and scholarly activities 🎓📖. Additionally, Dr. Malmir has been a proud member of the Iranian Physical Therapy Association since May 2006, reflecting his professional commitment and community involvement

Research Focus

Dr. Kazem Malmir’s research primarily centers on neuromuscular rehabilitation, physical therapy, and movement science. His work integrates clinical techniques such as dry needling, kinesiology taping, balance training, and manual therapies to address issues in stroke recovery 🧠, Parkinson’s disease 🧓, chronic pain 💢, carpal tunnel syndrome ✋, and ankle instability 🤕. He emphasizes evidence-based interventions that improve muscle function 💪, postural control 🧍, pain management, and quality of life 🌿. Dr. Malmir also contributes to systematic reviews and meta-analyses, reinforcing his commitment to rigorous, data-driven practice in geriatric and sports physiotherapy ⚽.

Publication Top Notes

  • 📌 Effect of dry needling plus static stretching on plantar flexor spasticity… – J Med Case Rep, 2025, [DOI:10.1186/s13256-025-05270-7] 📖

  • ⚡ Comparing effects of caffeine and TMR on performance in sprinters – Physiother Res Int, 2025 [DOI:10.1002/pri.70057] 🏃‍♂️

  • ✋ Median nerve CSA & pain change post-ESWT & LLLT in CTS patients – J Hand Ther, 2024 [DOI:10.1016/j.jht.2023.12.009] 🧠

  • 🧵 Dry Needling + Stretching on Plantar Flexors in Stroke – JAMS, 2024 [DOI:10.51507/j.jams.2024.17.4.141] 🧠

  • 🩹 Kinesiology tape on quadriceps torque & knee repositioning – J Bodyw Mov Ther, 2024 [DOI:10.1016/j.jbmt.2024.02.048] 💪

  • 🧓 Sarcopenia prevalence in older adults (Pakistan) – BMC Geriatr, 2024 [DOI:10.1186/s12877-024-05111-0] 📊

  • 🧠 HiBalance training effects in Parkinson’s – Eur Geriatr Med, 2023 [DOI:10.1007/s41999-023-00860-4] 🧓

  • 🦶 Orthotics & performance in chronic ankle instability – J Bodyw Mov Ther, 2023 [DOI:10.1016/j.jbmt.2023.01.004] 👟

  • 🧘 Mental practice in chronic neck pain – Complement Ther Clin Pract, 2023 [DOI:10.1016/j.ctcp.2022.101690] 🧠

  • ⚖️ Y-balance in CLBP vs healthy – meta-analysis – Sport Sci Health, 2023 [DOI:10.1007/s11332-022-01036-6] 📉

khosro khademi kalantari | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. khosro khademi kalantari | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Prof. Khosro Khademi Kalantari 🧑‍⚕️, Ph.D. PT, is a distinguished professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. He holds a BSc and MSc in Physiotherapy from Tehran University, and a PhD in Neuroscience & Biomedical Systems from Glasgow University. 🎓 He has received multiple Outstanding Educator and Researcher Awards 🏅, with contributions to rehabilitation and physical therapy. Prof. Khademi Kalantari is also the Editor-in-Chief of the Scientific Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine 📚 and holds a patent for a pneumatic knee orthotic. 💡✍️

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Educational Background 🎓

Prof. Khosro Khademi Kalantari, a distinguished academic, earned his BSc in Physiotherapy from Tehran University (1983-1987). He continued his studies with a MSc in Physiotherapy from Tehran University of Medical Sciences (1988-1990). His academic journey led him to Glasgow University, where he completed his PhD in Neuroscience & Biomedical Systems (1998-2002). 🌍💡 Prof. Khademi Kalantari’s extensive education has been the foundation of his groundbreaking work in rehabilitation and physical therapy. His dedication to academic excellence has earned him recognition in both local and international spheres. 📚👨‍⚕️

Awards & Recognition 🏅

Prof. Khosro Khademi Kalantari has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. He ranked 2nd in his BSc in Physical Therapy at Tehran University of Medical Sciences in 1987, and 1st in his MSc in Physiotherapy in 1990. 🏆 His commitment to education has earned him multiple Outstanding Educator Awards from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in 2003, 2008, 2011, and 2012. 🎓 Additionally, he was recognized with the Outstanding Award in Educational Processing in 2011, showcasing his impactful contributions to the field of rehabilitation and physical therapy. 🌟👨‍⚕️

Research Focus

Prof. Khosro Khademi Kalantari’s research spans a variety of topics within physical therapy, rehabilitation, and biomechanics. His studies primarily focus on musculoskeletal disorders, neurological rehabilitation, and sports injuries. Key areas include gait analysis, joint instability, and muscle function during rehabilitation, particularly for stroke and knee osteoarthritis patients. He also investigates electromyographic activity in muscles and the effects of functional exercises and stretching. Prof. Kalantari’s work in neural rehabilitation and biomechanics is further complemented by his contributions to muscle imaging and exercise therapy. 🏋️‍♂️💪

Publication Top Notes

  • The relationship between the height of the medial longitudinal arch (MLA) and the ankle and knee injuries in professional runners 🏃‍♂️ (Cited by 136, 2008)
  • Measurement of superficial and deep abdominal muscle thickness: an ultrasonography study 💪 (Cited by 110, 2016)
  • The effect of functional stretching exercises on neural and mechanical properties of the spastic medial gastrocnemius muscle in patients with chronic stroke 🧠 (Cited by 91, 2018)
  • The effect of functional stretching exercises on functional outcomes in spastic stroke patients 🧑‍⚕️ (Cited by 84, 2018)
  • Correlation between Hip Rotation Range-of-Motion Impairment and Low Back Pain 💥 (Cited by 81, 2015)
  • A comparison of scapulothoracic muscle electromyographic activity in subjects with and without subacromial impingement syndrome 🏋️‍♂️ (Cited by 79, 2017)
  • Effect of sustained traction on physical improvements of patients with severe knee osteoarthritis 🦵 (Cited by 67, 2013)
  • Effect and persistency of botulinum toxin iontophoresis in the treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis 💉 (Cited by 66, 2008)
  • Immediate and delayed effects of forearm kinesio taping on grip strength ✋ (Cited by 62, 2014)
  • The sign of unilateral neck semispinalis capitis muscle atrophy in patients with chronic non-specific neck pain 🦴 (Cited by 62, 2012)
  • Attention demands of postural control in non-specific chronic low back pain subjects with low and high pain-related anxiety 🤕 (Cited by 41, 2018)
  • Measurement of force sense reproduction in the knee joint: application of a new dynamometric device 🦵 (Cited by 39, 2016)
  • The effect of base of support stability on shoulder muscle activity during closed kinematic chain exercises 🏋️‍♀️ (Cited by 35, 2014)
  • Electromyographic activity of the hip and knee muscles during functional tasks in males with and without patellofemoral pain 🦵 (Cited by 34, 2019)
  • Reliability and validity of the pain anxiety symptom scale in Persian speaking chronic low back pain patients 😣 (Cited by 34, 2017)

Sefa Eldemir | physiotherapy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Sefa Eldemir |  physiotherapy | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at  Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Turkey

Sefa Eldemir is a dedicated male researcher in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, currently serving as a Research Assistant at Sivas Cumhuriyet University in Turkey. He holds a solid academic background, having obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Kırıkkale University, followed by a Master’s degree from Sivas Cumhuriyet University, and ultimately achieving his Doctoral degree from Gazi University. With a total experience of 10 years, Eldemir has contributed significantly to research and development in health professions, particularly in physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

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📚 Education and Academic Journey:

Undergraduate Degree: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation from Kırıkkale University, 2014. Master’s Degree: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation from Sivas Cumhuriyet University, 2019. Doctoral Degree: Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation from Gazi University, 2023.

💼 Professional Experience:

Physiotherapist at a first aid special education and rehabilitation center (2014-2018). Currently serving as a Research Assistant.

🔬 Research and Achievements:

Holds 11 publications, with 7 indexed in Web of Science. Actively engaged in 11 ongoing research projects. Noteworthy contributions include 7 journal publications indexed in SCI, SCIE, Scopus, and PubMed.

Research Focus:

Sefa Eldemir’s research focus primarily revolves around rehabilitation and functional performance enhancement, with a special emphasis on neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis. 🧠 His work spans various aspects of rehabilitation, including task-oriented circuit training, Pilates-based interventions, and assessing physical performance and quality of life. Through his studies, Eldemir aims to contribute to the development of effective telerehabilitation protocols and interventions that enhance motor functions and overall well-being in patients with neurological disorders. His dedication to understanding and improving the lives of individuals with such conditions exemplifies his commitment to making meaningful contributions to the field of rehabilitation.

 

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