Abiyu Tesfaye
PT
Silver Spring,MD
Timeline
Physical Therapist - Solo PT
01.2021 - Current
Physical Therapist - MedStar Health Homecare
01.2018 - Current
Physical Therapist - American In Homecare
01.2011 - 12.2022
Physical Therapist - Adventist Health System
01.1993 - 01.1995
Howard University - Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy
08.1991 - 05.1993
Virginia Union University - Bachelor of Science, Math
01.1985 - 05.1989
Work History
Physical Therapist
Solo PT
01.2021 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Managed high-volume caseload and organized daily schedules of assistants and patients.
Physical Therapist
MedStar Health Homecare
01.2018 - Current
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly In Homecare
- Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
- Utilized advanced manual therapy techniques to alleviate pain symptoms in a variety of patient populations.
- Improved patient adherence to home exercise programs by developing clear, easy-to-follow instructional materials.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
Physical Therapist
American In Homecare
01.2011 - 12.2022
- Homecare Services
- Facilitated patient recovery with customized therapeutic exercises tailored to individual needs and limitations.
- Extended post-operative rehabilitation to improve surgical outcomes and recovery.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
- Promoted health and wellness within community by organizing and leading workshops on injury prevention and healthy living.
Physical Therapist
Adventist Health System
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Hospital
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Educated patients on proper body mechanics and injury prevention to avoid risk of re-injury.
- Recorded patient prognosis, treatment, and responses into reports and patient charts.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
08.1991 - 05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Math
01.1985 - 05.1989
Skills
Home safety evaluation
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Functional mobility training
Fall prevention strategies
Geriatric care
Joint mobilization
Neurological rehabilitation
Pain management techniques