DOLY BOKALIAL
Bangalore
Summary
Disability & Rehabilitation professional with wide experience in NGO sector as Senior Coordinator (Early Intervention & Inclusive education) & as Physiotherapist. Management & implementation of large rural programs/projects across locations in Karnataka (India), on community-based rehabilitation. Experience as a Clinician in handling cases from pediatrics to geriatrics (Musculo-skeletal, Orthopedic, Neuro-traumatic OPD and IPD as well as in ICU/CCU/ Emergency ICU). Talented and energetic professional with 7+ years of experience in India, Bangladesh & Somalia. Research experience in 'Disability & Rehabilitation.' 2 publications. Good knowledge about assistive & adaptive technology for various conditions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Physiotherapist
Aspen Medical International, UNSOS Level 1+ Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Physiotherapy service at UNSOS level 1+ hospital for UN mission staffs, UN agencies staffs, ATMIS militaries & civilians and other agencies working for the development of Somalia
- Secretary of 'Clinical safety and quality committee.' Liaised with physicians and other providers to monitor treatments, modify programs and communicate recommendations
- Conducted therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for patient's condition
- Administered physical agents and manual therapeutic techniques to relieve pain and attain established goals
- Assisted physicians in assessing patient's level of functioning
- Conducted Yoga sessions weekly twice supporting the UN welfare committee
- Attended continuing education courses to further or improve treatment techniques
- Treated patients with appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises
- Helped patients maintain or improve physical functioning with individually designed treatment plans
- Reduced pain and other symptoms with targeted treatment plans
- Improved physical function in patients by working associated muscles without causing further damage
- Adapted massage, traction, and manual exercises to individual patient needs and limitations
- Promoted health and wellness of patients with advice on ergonomics and injury prevention
- Diagnosed problems based on physician notes and direct examinations.
Physiotherapist
AMI Expeditionary Healthcare, UNSOS Level 1+ Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided therapeutic intervention to patients at UNSOS level 1+ hospital, Physiotherapy unit
- Conducted therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for patient's condition
- Assessed, planned, implemented and documented patient care needs to achieve quality outcomes
- Attended continuing education courses to further or improve treatment techniques
- Assisted physicians in assessing patient's level of functioning
- Treated patients with appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises
- Promoted health and wellness of patients with advice on ergonomics and injury prevention
- Reduced pain and other symptoms with targeted treatment plans
- Adapted massage, traction, and manual exercises to individual patient needs and limitations
- Diagnosed problems based on physician notes and direct examinations
- Helped patients maintain or improve physical functioning with individually designed treatment plans.
Senior Coordinator (Sr.Physiotherapist)
The Association of People with Disability
07.2019 - 12.2021
- In charge of Early Intervention and Disability & Rehabilitation programs of the organization
- Daily rehabilitation service to children /person with disability in center various conditions (Cerebral palsy, developmental delays, multiple disability, stroke, amputees, spinal cord injuries, post traumatic accidents) in line with organization policy
- Onsite and institutional support to on baseline Assessments and reassessment for Children/Person with disabilities
- Closely work with Government department, other stakeholders & Parents to ensure the disabled friendly environment at Home & School level
- Ensure medical Intervention if needed to children and adults
- Ensure Trainings of Person with disability, Parents, Teachers & Other stakeholders on Rehabilitation
- Ensure to provide the required technical support to the team and staffs of to make available quality services
- Closely work with APD Program Manager - Division managers and districts education departments particularly with SSA to ensure the educational rights of CWDs
- Ensure Monthly plans, periodical reviews / re-assessments to track the progress of CWDs/PWDs and ensure regular Goonjan entries, update master list
- Ensure monthly, Quarterly, off yearly & yearly report to Program Managers and Divisional manager/ Director of programs
- Develop training manuals and teaching learning material based on the field requirements
- Ensure 100% Budget Utilization
- Working with marketing department and developing proposals and budgets for donor and ensure periodic donor reports specific to each project
- Involved in organization strategic planning, reviews and internal audits
- Research and development in specific domains of the program
- Any other work timely assigned by the line managers
- Coordinated tracking, reporting and insights for program activities
- Educated prospective partners on program opportunities, services and needs based on individual backgrounds and interests
- Managed day-to-day operations and resolved unexpected challenges using smart strategies
- Boosted team performance through close monitoring and mentoring
- Managed budgets successfully, keeping expenses within target levels and avoiding overages
- Delivered exceptional program support by recruiting, training and overseeing exceptional staff team
- Increased outreach, consistently bringing in new program members and growing funding
- Aligned operations with objectives set by senior management and board of directors
- Helped staff and managers interpret program-related local, state, and federal regulations
- Prepared and maintained budgets, personnel records and training manuals
- Trained staff in guidelines, processes and procedures to maintain cohesive program operations
- Oversaw collaboration between project team members and stakeholders to verify timely deliverables
- Monitored approved expenditures and prepared financial statements.
Freelencer
Self-Employed
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Honed freelance skills to assist clients with miscellaneous project work and other tasks.
- Built and maintained excellent working relationships with peers.
- Attended an average of 4 patient daily for rehabilitation services.
- Trained grassroots organizations on Disability & Rehabilitation.
- Trained person with disability (eg. Spinal cord injury) on wheelchair propelling and maintenance skills.
- Networking with professionals for referrals.
Physiotherapist
Bela Specialized Therapy & Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assessed, planned, implemented and documented patient care needs to achieve quality outcomes
- Developed plan for patients following completion of treatment using appropriate in-home care services
- Adhered to facility policies, Joint Commission standards and state regulations to promote patient safety
- Collected data and prepared recommendations to enhance services and contribute to quality improvement programs
- Administered physical agents and manual therapeutic techniques to relieve pain and attain established goals
- Submitted written evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries to support patient care continuum
- Treated patients with appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises
- Communicated with patients, family and care team members to coordinate physical therapy treatment
- Educated patients and families in home exercise programs and functional activities to maximize independence
- Documented patient progress using approved medical documentation and home health care documentation procedures
- Attended continuing education courses to further or improve treatment techniques
- Assisted physicians in assessing patient's level of functioning
- Promoted health and wellness of patients with advice on ergonomics and injury prevention.
Physiotherapy Volunteer
The Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed (CRP)
11.2016 - 01.2017
- To provide support to individuals with spinal cord injury in department, helping them and family to understand and cope with the challenges they may meet throughout the rehabilitation process
- To carry out basic physiotherapy management (positioning, prevention of complications) in acute stage and throughout the process of healing
- To assist and carry out rehabilitation services for SCI patient in SCI rehabilitation center and focusing on improving functional mobility, helping them to be independent in activities of daily living
- Case presentation and case-based learning in order to improve service quality and effectiveness
- Proper documentation and reporting to case manager/physiotherapist
- Maintain and collect feedback and measure outcomes
- To provide support to individuals with spinal cord injury in department, helping them and family to understand and cope with the challenges they may meet throughout the rehabilitation process.
Physiotherapist
Mobility India Rehabilitation Research and Training Centre
11.2014 - 07.2016
- To do the assessment of persons with disabilities for exercise prescription and daily rehabilitation including various assistive and mobility devices at MI program locations and ensure appropriate training and follow-up support wherever possible
- To provide rehabilitation therapy services with follow-up support for persons with disabilities (post fracture, stroke, congenital deformities, developmental delay, amputation, spinal cord injuries, etc.) and gait training with prosthetics and orthosis covered by the organization programs and projects (children and women with disabilities and older people with functional loss)
- To support in ensuring that the target set by the annual POA for all the activities are achieved
- To maintain the records of the rehabilitation therapy service provision as per the format of the organization and update the same accordingly
- To support in getting all the quality assurance and feedback forms as introduced by the unit are filled in and internal audit done as per the plan
- To explore new therapeutic techniques and intervention and introduce the same into the therapy service provision
- To support RTA in carrying out of Home-based therapy services in CBR urban
- To conduct assessment and rehabilitation intervention at CBR peri-urban areas
- To assist the line manager in conducting various professional development programs, evaluations, workshops, seminars in association with larger bodies like ISPO, WHO, SPO, RCI, IAP, IOTA, etc
- To support all units/departments to carry out their activities in line with organizations objectives
- To support and make use of Volunteers and Interns for MI services
- To provide necessary support and guidance to the team members and ensure smooth functioning of day to day activities in line with the annual POA
- To support in provision of assistive devices to enhance the Mobility, and to improve the independence of ADL.
Intern
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS)
06.2013 - 12.2013
- To do assessment and regular physiotherapy for patients in OPD and in specific departments (orthopedic, neurology, gynecology, surgery, cardio-pulmonary)
- To assist and provide physiotherapy in ICU/CCU/emergency ICU
- Daily twice follow-up and support during suctioning
- To provide regular physiotherapy in various departments of the hospital for in-patients
- To report on a daily basis to the in-charge of the respective department and update about case progression
- To maintain documentation about follow-up & services provided
- Shadowed professionals and learned how to deliver therapeutic interventions
- Improved patient mobility with walkers and other assistive devices
- Treated patients using massage, stretching, and specific exercises
- Maximized treatment benefit with continuous progress monitoring, evaluations, and plan adjustments
- Promoted health and wellness of patients with advice on ergonomics and injury prevention
- Reduced pain and other symptoms with targeted treatment plans.
Education
Ph.D (Rehabilitation Science) -
Bharathidasan University, Holy Cross College
12.2026
M.Sc. Rehabilitation Sciences -
Dhaka University, Bangladesh Health Profession Institute
06.2018
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy -
SNDT Women’s University, College of Physiotherapy and Medical Sciences
12.2013
Skills
- Hard working
- Optimistic
- Self motivated
- Ability to work with tight deadlines
- Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation
- Pain management
- Certified manual therapist
- Certified wheelchair service provider
- Evidence based practice
- Organizational ability and multi-tasking skills
- Project Implementation
- Documentation & reporting (excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills)
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Culturally and socially sensitive
- Ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels
- Leadership
- Policy & Advocacy
- Program Management & Team Management
- Budget preparation and proposal writing
- Monitoring & evaluating
- Good Communication skills (Oral & Written)
- Analytical skills
- Networking skills
- MS word
- Power point
- Excel & SPSS
Languages
English
Hindi
Assamese
Bengali
Basic Kannada
Short Term Courses Attended
- Basic Life Support: American Heart Association, December’2023
- Global Disability: Research & Evidence by London School of Hygiene &Tropical Medicine, August’2022
- Global Health & Disability by London School of Hygiene &Tropical Medicine and International Centre for Evidence in Disability, June’2022
- Yoga Teachers Training Course (YTTC-200 hrs.) by Ekam Yogashala, January’2022
- Certificate course on Operation Research in Public Health by Indian Institutes of Public Health (IIPHs), supported by Department of Health Research, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), March’2021
- Certificate course in Manual Therapy by Manual Therapy Foundation of India (MTFI), 2012-2013
Awards Recognition
- Global outreach healthcare award 2020 for 'Disability & rehabilitation services', presented by Global Outreach Healthcare Association.
- Special Award 2021 for 'Continuous community development and upliftment of services for children/person with disability', presented by The Association of People with Disability.
Skype Id
dolijnv
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/19/89
- Nationality: Indian
Publications
- Knowledge, Attitude and Barrier to Evidence-based Practice among Physiotherapists in Selected Districts of Nepal. J Nepal Health Res Counc. 2019 Aug 4;17(2):215-221. doi: 10.33314/jnhrc.v0i0.1711.
- Effectiveness of Community-Based Rehabilitation on the lives of Parents of Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Mixed Method Study in Karnataka, India. Disability, CBR & Inclusive Development, 31(3), pp.23–45. DOI: http://doi.org/10.47985/dcidj.392
Training
- Soft Tissue Mobilization – An Integrated Neuro Muscular Inhibition Technique and Taping by Dr. Vinod Kumar, K.C., P.T.-2011
- Neuro Development Therapy and Myofascial Release (Adult and Pediatrics Perspective) by Mr. T . Joseley MPT (Paed Neuro), MIAP, MISP, (PhD).-2011
- Manual Therapy Concepts in Integrated Approach for the Vertebral Column and Pelvic Complex: the Peripheral Joints, Temporomandibular Joints and Neural Tissue by Prof. Umasankar Mohanty, President Manual Therapy Foundation of India.2012-2013
- International Classification of Functioning, Disability & Health (ICF) by Catherine Sykes ,Professional Policy Consultant at WCPT; WHO Co-chair (Functioning & Disability Reference Group).-2016
- WHO- Wheelchair Service Training Package –B by Mobility India, Bangalore India & ISWP.-2016
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Aspen Medical International, UNSOS Level 1+ Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Physiotherapist
AMI Expeditionary Healthcare, UNSOS Level 1+ Hospital
08.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Coordinator (Sr.Physiotherapist)
The Association of People with Disability
07.2019 - 12.2021
Freelencer
Self-Employed
07.2018 - 06.2019
Physiotherapist
Bela Specialized Therapy & Rehabilitation Center
01.2017 - 01.2018
Physiotherapy Volunteer
The Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed (CRP)
11.2016 - 01.2017
Physiotherapist
Mobility India Rehabilitation Research and Training Centre
11.2014 - 07.2016
Intern
The National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro-Sciences (NIMHANS)
06.2013 - 12.2013
Ph.D (Rehabilitation Science) -
Bharathidasan University, Holy Cross College
M.Sc. Rehabilitation Sciences -
Dhaka University, Bangladesh Health Profession Institute
Bachelor Of Physiotherapy -
SNDT Women’s University, College of Physiotherapy and Medical Sciences
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