Florentina Nastase | Rehabilitation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Florentina Nastase | Rehabilitation | Best Researcher Award

Iontophoresis improves the quality of life of children-a prospective study and a short review, Galati, Romania

Florentina Năstase is a highly skilled medical doctor specializing in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, with a strong focus on neurorehabilitation. She currently serves as a Primary Care Physician at the “Sfântul Ioan” Emergency Clinical Hospital for Children in Galați, Romania. Over the years, she has built a solid career in both academic and medical practice, contributing extensively to pediatric rehabilitation and neuropsychomotor recovery.

Publication profile

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Education

Florentina Năstase completed her medical studies at the “Dunărea de Jos” University, Galați, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2012. She pursued specialized training in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine during her residency at the “Sfântul Ioan” Emergency Clinical Hospital for Children, finishing in 2018. She also holds certifications in electromyography and musculoskeletal ultrasound from the Romanian Ministry of Health.

Experience

With over a decade of experience in the medical field, Dr. Năstase has held several key roles, including serving as a Medical Specialist and, more recently, a Primary Care Physician in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. Her professional journey spans work at prestigious institutions like the TBRCM and Mirakineticomed Clinics in Galați, along with significant contributions in neurorehabilitation at the “Sfântul Ioan” Emergency Clinical Hospital.

Research Focus

Dr. Năstase’s research interests lie in pediatric rehabilitation, hyperhidrosis, neurofibromatosis, and electromyography. She has actively presented her findings at both national and international conferences, contributing to advancing medical rehabilitation techniques. Her work often bridges the gap between clinical practice and medical research, focusing on improving the quality of life of children with neuropsychomotor disorders.

Awards and Honours

Throughout her career, Florentina Năstase has been recognized for her scientific contributions. She was awarded second prize for her poster presentation on neurofibromatosis at the Scientific Conference of the Doctoral Schools of the “Dunărea de Jos” University in 2019, among other distinctions for her contributions to medical science and rehabilitation.

Publication 

The Influence of the COVID-19 Pandemic on the Addressability to Treatment of Children with Hyperhidrosis—A Retrospective Study and a Short Review

Primary Hyperhidrosis in Children—A Retrospective Study and a Short Review

An Eastern County from an European Eastern Country—The Characteristics of Cutaneous Microbiome in Psoriasis Patients—Preliminary Results

Muneera Almurdi | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muneera Almurdi | Physical Therapy | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Monirah Mohammed Al-Murdhi, born on July 23, 1974, is an Assistant Professor and Consultant in Physical Therapy-Neurology at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a distinguished career in the Rehabilitation Health Sciences Department, her work focuses on the intersection of physical therapy and neurology, emphasizing diabetes-related neuropathy and rehabilitation.

Education 🎓

Dr. Al-Murdhi completed her Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Medical and Human Sciences at the University of Manchester in 2016. She earned her Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from King Saud University in 2005, achieving a GPA of 4.22/5.00, and her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from the same institution in 1997, with a GPA of 4.21/5.00.

Experience 👩‍🏫

Dr. Al-Murdhi has been serving as the Assistant Chair of the Rehabilitation Sciences Department at King Saud University since May 2020. She became an Assistant Professor in 2017 and has been a Lecturer and Demonstrator in the same department since 2007 and 1999, respectively. Her extensive experience in both academic and clinical settings enriches her teaching and research endeavors.

Research Interests 🔬

Her research interests are deeply rooted in physical therapy and neurology, particularly focusing on diabetic neuropathy, muscle function, and the impact of physical activity on health. Dr. Al-Murdhi has explored various therapeutic interventions and their effectiveness in improving quality of life for patients with chronic conditions.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Al-Murdhi has received numerous accolades throughout her career, recognizing her contributions to physical therapy and neurology. Her research and academic excellence have been acknowledged both nationally and internationally, further establishing her as a leading expert in her field.

Profile 🌐

Monirah Mohammed Al-Murdhi
Assistant Professor, Consultant in Physical Therapy-Neurology
King Saud University Profile

Publications  Top Notes 📚

  1. Perspectives of the Saudi medical students toward the impact of lockdowns on their physical activity level and lifestyle during the COVID-19 pandemic
    PeerJ, 2023
    DOI 10.7717/peerj.14725
  2. Psychometric Properties of the Arabic Version of the EPInfant Scale among Typically Developing Children Aged 6–16 Years
    Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics, 2023
  3. Psychometric properties of the Obstacles and Curb tests and their discriminative ability across functional levels in ambulatory children with spastic cerebral palsy
    International Journal of Rehabilitation Research, 2023, Vol 46 No 2
  4. Association Between Physical Activity and Postmenopausal Symptoms in Saudi Women: A Cross-sectional Study
    Iranian Rehabilitation Journal, 2021
  5. Distal Lower Limb Strength is Reduced in Participants with Impaired Glucose Tolerance and is Related to Increased Intramuscular Fat and Vitamin D Deficiency
    Diabetic Medicine, 2017