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Elza El Khoury

@elzaelkhoury

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Licensed physical therapist specializing in neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation and evidence-based care.

Lebanon

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What I'm looking for

I seek a clinical role in rehabilitation where I can apply evidence-based assessment and treatment, collaborate in multidisciplinary teams, and pursue professional development in neurological and paediatric care.

I am a licensed physical therapist with hands-on experience across geriatric, neurological and musculoskeletal rehabilitation gained through multiple clinical internships in Lebanon. I combine clinical skills with research methods and statistical analysis to design, assess and refine rehabilitation programs that promote independence and improve function.

During my training I completed internships in hospitals and specialized centers where I treated conditions including hemiplegia, paraplegia, post‑operative joint replacements, fractures, cerebral palsy and degenerative spine disorders. I augment clinical practice with certified coursework in paediatric musculoskeletal assessment, headache management and rehabilitation approaches.

I bring strong teamwork, communication, critical thinking and organizational skills, and I am fluent in Arabic, English and French. I am eager to apply my clinical and research capabilities within a collaborative healthcare team to deliver patient-centered, evidence-informed rehabilitation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Physical Therapy Intern

Centre Dar Al Saadah

Jan 2021 - Apr 2021 (3 months)

Provided geriatric rehabilitation to maintain physical function and independence in activities of daily living for elderly patients during a 4-month internship.

Treatment Planning Clinical Documentation Teamwork

Physical Therapy Intern

Centre de physiothérapie des Soeurs Salvatoriennes

Sep 2020 - Dec 2020 (3 months)

Assessed and rehabilitated musculoskeletal and neurological conditions including fractures, cervical kyphosis, hemiplegia and complex regional pain during a 4-month clinical placement.

Musculoskeletal Assessment Neurological Rehabilitation Fracture Management ROM Exercises Patient Education Clinical Evaluation

Physical Therapy Intern

Centre Mountada Al Moukaadin

Jan 2020 - Mar 2020 (2 months)

Delivered rehabilitation care for neurological disorders including hemiplegia, paraplegia, and Friedreich’s ataxia during a 3-month internship.

Neurological Rehabilitation Gait Training

Physical Therapy Intern

Military Hospital Physical Therapy Center

Jun 2019 - Jul 2019 (1 month)

Rehabilitated musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions including joint replacements and chronic pain disorders during a 2-month clinical rotation.

Postoperative Rehab Total Hip Knee Rehab Pain Management Manual Therapy Clinical Assessment

Physical Therapy Intern

Abdallah Hospital

May 2019 - May 2019 (0 months)

Provided rehabilitation for musculoskeletal and neurological conditions such as amputation and low back pain during a one-month internship.

Amputation Rehab Musculoskeletal Assessment Low Back Pain Management Patient Education Functional Recovery

Physical Therapy Intern

Ayam Al Rajaa

Mar 2019 - Apr 2019 (1 month)

Rehabilitated children and adults with neurological disorders including cerebral palsy, hemiplegia and paraplegia during a 2-month clinical placement.

Pediatric Neurorehabilitation Cerebral Palsy Management Hemiplegia Rehab Functional Training Goal Setting

Operating Room Observer

Hôpital Libano-Français

Feb 2019 - Feb 2019 (0 months)

Observed multiple orthopedic and trauma surgical procedures including total hip replacement and ACL reconstruction to deepen anatomical and perioperative understanding.

Surgical Observation Anatomy Knowledge Clinical Observation

Nursing Intern

Khoury General Hospital

Jul 2018 - Jul 2018 (0 months)

Completed a nursing internship across multiple departments to observe safety, infection control, and general nursing care practices.

Patient Safety Clinical Observation Communication Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Antonine University

Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy

2017 - 2021

Grade: 3.78/4 (87.233/100)

Activities and societies: Clinical internships across multiple hospitals and rehabilitation centers; participation in university scientific days and continuing professional certifications (pGALS, paediatric musculoskeletal courses, migraine/headache, rehabilitation topics).

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy with coursework and clinical internships focused on musculoskeletal and neurological rehabilitation; graduated with a GPA of 3.78/4.