The Dubai Physiotherapy and Family Medicine Clinic opened in 1992 and was of the first Physiotherapy /Medical clinics in Dubai.
Our team aspires to offer the best care for you and your family.
• Family Medicine
• Physiotherapy
• Osteopathy
• Sports Therapy
• Speech Therapy
• Acupuncture
• Mesopuncture
• Rehabilitation
• Nutrition
• Chiropody
• Orthotics
• Podiatry
• Massage Therapy (Sports)
Our Medical Team
• Dr Sue Norton is a Canadian born and trained Family Doctor. Dr Norton graduated with Honors in 1992 from University of Western Ontario in Canada; she has had extensive experience in the practice of both inpatient and outpatient Medicine. She has been practicing Medicine in Dubai for 7 years.
• Dr Sabah Yusuf is a Canadian trained Family Doctor. She completed her Bachelors of Science degree in Biology &Statistics from the University of Toronto in 2001.She attended medical school at McMaster University where she received a Doctor of Medicine degree. She completed her Family Medicine specialization from the University of Toronto. She went on to complete a Diploma of Tropical Medicine & Hygiene from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. She is experienced in both outpatient and inpatient Medicine.
• Dr Bhadrish Vallabh is a specialist Family Physician, a South African Graduate. Dr Vallabh list of educational achievements includes his MBCHB at the University of Cape Town (1980-1985), and a Master Degree in Family Medicine at the University of Witwatersrand (in 1993).His most recent degree is an MBS from the Business School of Netherlands 92003).Furthermore, he has obtained diplomas in Obstetrics and Fellowship in Family Health from the College of Medicine.
Services we provide:
• Full Pediatric care, from birth onwards including immunizations
• Gynaecologic care, including pap smears, breast exams, hormonal counseling, birth control issues, pelvic disorders etc.
• Male preventative Medicine, including prostate assessment, cardiovascular risk assessment. “Male menopause” assessments etc.
• Lumps and Bumps – routine skin assessment and removal of worrisome skin lesions by excision or by chemical methods.
• Executive Medicals – Extensive medical exam and laboratory assessments with a summary of health recommendations.
• Travel Medicine - including general and specific recommendations, vaccinations and medicines for reducing risk of annoying and also serious disease for travel outside of the U.A.E.
• Suturing of cuts, splinting and some casting of fractures, dressings and ear syringing
• Management of depression, anxiety, stress and other psychiatric concerns.
• Day to day management of a wide range of illnesses typical of general practice.
• Co-ordinating appropriate specialist care when indicated and acting as an advocate for their patients.
• Asthma Care
• Allergy testing
• Diabetes and Obesity
• Early Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Pediatrics
Our Physiotherapists
• Bronwen Peacock (NZ), Anne Millen (Aust), Tayebah Seirafi (US) , Chris Page (Aust),
• Tim Fletcher (Aust),ElMari Pieterse (S.A),Jane Potter (UK), Kim Robinson (SA),
• Rachael Clough (NZ)
What is Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is a health care profession providing treatment for human function and movement. It is the treatment of physical conditions aimed at promoting, maintaining and restoring physical well being. Physiotherapy is based on sound scentific knowledge and the Physiotherapists are committed to evaluating and reviewing the evidence underlying the practice and delivery of the treatment. The clinic specializes in sports medicine, musculoskeletal disorders, post operative and injury rehabilitation, back and neck injuries, manipulation and manual therapy techniques muscle balancing and hands on physiotherapy treatment, we provide a high standard of service and each patient is thoroughly assessed and advised of an individual treatment plan according to their particular problem. Many of the Physios have been involved in high levels of sporting events and specialize in sports related injuries. Our goal is to increase the functional ability of our patients and prevent the recurrence of injury.
Conditions treated
• Back and Neck Injuries - Disc Prolapse -Sciatica -Whiplash
• Headaches
• Sports Injuries
• Arthritis and joint dysfunction
• Occupational over use injuries
• Postural dysfunction
• Tendon and Ligament injuries – Frozen Shoulder -Tennis Elbow - Achilles Tendinitis
• Sinusitis
• Temporomandibula Dysfunction –Jaw pain
• Vertigo and Dizziness
• Sprains and strains
• Women’s Health
• Incontinence and Pelvic floor Dysfunction
• Post operative rehabilitation
• Chronic Pain
Other Services we provide
Speech Therapist:-Sima Hall-( Aust)- Sima is a Speech Therapist providing therapy for Adults and children for the following conditions:
• Language and developmental delays
• Stuttering
• Stroke and trauma rehabilitation
• Communication difficulties
• Voice disorders from neurological conditions
• Acupuncturist:-Steven Josephs- (Can)- Steven provides a comprehensive Acupuncture service with his training in traditional Chinese medicine combined with Western experience and knowledge .He treats the following conditions ,headaches, arthritis, neck and back pain ,infertility, hormonal imbalances, gastric disorders ,insomnia ,stress ,chronic pain .He also has experience with cosmetic acupuncture.
• Osteopath:-Bruce Smart (UK) –Bruce is a registered Osteopath and treats a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders Osteopathy as a profession bases on restoring physical health through manipulation, manual therapy, sports massage and a variaty of techniques. Sports injuries are particularly targeted with the goal of achieving optimal function and performance with accurate diagnosis and rehabilitation.
• Chiropodist/Podiatrist:-Kersten Elliott (UK) Kersten’s expertise is in Biomechanical assessment computerized gait and pressure analysis, orthotic devices improving foot function, routine chiropody, verrucae, corns, calluses, ingrowing toe nails, and the latest scanning laser equipment enables you to have a 10 minute accurate biomechanical assessment by computerized gait and pressure analysis
Located:
1st Floor,Jumeirah Town Center, Beach Road, Jumeirah
next to the Mercato Mall.
Easy underground parking plus outside parking
Telephone: 04 349 6333
Website: www.dubaiphysio.com