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] 📉