Pooja Lakhani
@poojalakhani
Experienced physiotherapist specializing in rehabilitation, massage, dry needling, cupping, and holistic patient care.
What I'm looking for
I am Dr. Pooja N. Lakhani, a physiotherapist with over 15 years' hands-on experience across hospital, outpatient, and home-care settings, focused on patient-centered rehabilitation and overall wellbeing.
I have worked in ICU, neuro and cardio-pulmonary rehabilitation, orthopedics, post‑operative care, weight management, pediatric and gynecologic nutrition support, and have led physiotherapy departments including training and administrative duties.
I combine manual therapy, electrotherapy, dry needling, cupping, massage, yoga, naturopathy, acupressure and dietary advice to treat patients holistically, emphasizing motivation, positive attitude, and measurable patient outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Home Care Physiotherapist
Self
Apr 2009 - Present (16 years 6 months)
Deliver ongoing home-based physiotherapy for post-operative, orthopaedic and neurological patients using manual therapy, electrotherapy, dry needling, cupping and holistic care to improve recovery and function.
Senior Physiotherapist
Samarpan Physiotherapy Center
Dec 2023 - Nov 2024 (11 months)
Led ortho and neuro rehabilitation services and managed outpatient department workflows to enhance patient throughput and care quality.
Physiotherapist
Dr. V. M. Shah Hospital
Jun 2017 - Oct 2017 (4 months)
Provided postoperative orthopaedic physiotherapy and ICU rehabilitation, contributing to improved functional outcomes for surgical patients.
Junior Physiotherapist
Sterling Hospitals
May 2015 - Apr 2017 (1 year 11 months)
Delivered cardiac and neuro rehabilitation, managed indoor/outdoor patient care and maintained physiotherapy records in an NABH-approved hospital.
Gynecological Physiotherapist
Payal Gynecological Hospital
Feb 2014 - Apr 2015 (1 year 2 months)
Provided physiotherapy and nutrition support for obstetric and gynecologic patients to aid recovery and maternal health.
Pediatric Nutritionist
Satnam Pediatric Hospital
May 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 7 months)
Managed pediatric nutrition plans and provided dietary guidance to improve child health and recovery outcomes.
Fitness Counselor & Dietitian
Multicare Wellness Services (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Jul 2011 - Apr 2012 (9 months)
Counselled clients on fitness and nutrition and delivered massage therapy services as part of multidisciplinary weight management programs.
Physiotrainer & Dietitian
BePositive Wellness Services Pvt. Ltd.
Dec 2010 - Jun 2011 (6 months)
Provided fitness training, diet counselling and massage therapy for weight management clients, improving client adherence and wellness outcomes.
Consultant Physiotherapist
Gokul Superspeciality Hospital
Apr 2009 - Jun 2010 (1 year 2 months)
Provided ICU, neuro and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and managed the physiotherapy department including billing, student training, and pre/post-op assessment for improved patient outcomes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Galena Global Academy
Certificate, Dry Needling and Cupping Therapy
2024 - 2024
Completed certificates in Dry Needling and Electro Dry Needling Therapy and in Cupping Therapy.
Indian Academy of Acupressure Science
Diploma, Acupressure Therapy
2012 - 2012
Completed a Diploma in Acupressure Therapy.
Indian Foundation of Alternative Medicine & Research
Master's Diploma, Naturopathy, Yoga and Massage Therapy
2012 - 2012
Completed Master's Diploma in Naturopathy, Yoga and Massage Therapy.
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Diploma, Nutrition and Health Education
2009 - 2012
Completed Diploma in Nutrition and Health Education from Indira Gandhi National Open University.
Government Physiotherapy College, Ahmedabad
Internship, Physiotherapy
2008 - 2009
Completed internship in physiotherapy at Government Physiotherapy College, Ahmedabad.
Government Spine Institute & Physiotherapy College, Ahmedabad
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy
2004 - 2008
Completed Bachelor of Physiotherapy from Government Spine Institute & Physiotherapy College, Ahmedabad.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
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