Cristina Viggiano
ALBUQUERQUE,NM
Summary
Accomplished Physical Therapist with a proven track record at NM Department of Health DDW, enhancing patient mobility and satisfaction through personalized treatment plans and evidence-based practices. Expert in Orthopedic Rehabilitation and fostering patient relations, consistently delivering quality care and achieving significant improvements in patient outcomes. Diverse skillset and experience in patients with neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and pulmonary diseases. Vast experience working with children, adults and everything in between to develop deep relationships, and establish trust for the best possible patient outcome.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
NM Department Of Health DDW
07.2001 - 04.2015
- Worked with individual clients to establish treatment plans and effective strategies to overcome everyday obstacles.
- Built strong relationships and trust with patients to create effective treatment strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in treatment approaches, staying current with industry research and best practices.
Physical Therapist
Bernalillo Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2013
- Developed strong relationships with patients, establishing trust and rapport to facilitate successful therapy outcomes.
- Utilized Child Find to evaluate children and facilitate the best possible outcome in therapy.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing one-on-one attention and addressing individual concerns.
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
Physical Therapist
EASI
08.1988 - 06.1999
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to report to practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
- Improved patient mobility by developing personalized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
Physical Therapist
Anna Kaseman And Presbytarian Hospitals
09.1978 - 02.1982
- Evaluated assistive devices such as braces or prosthetics to provide recommendations for improved function and comfort.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continuously enhance skills as a Physical Therapist.
- Educated patients on injury prevention strategies, promoting long-term wellness and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Physical Therapist
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Hosptial
09.1976 - 08.1978
- Administered therapeutic treatments to ease pain and facilitate healing of injuries.
- Assessed patient needs through physical exams and evaluations to develop personalized treatment plans.
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA08.1978
Bachelor of Science - Pre Physical Therapy
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA04.1973
Skills
- Home Exercise Programs
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Balance training
- Clinical reasoning
- Injury Prevention
- Patient Relations
- Therapeutic exercises
- Functional Mobility
- Exercise planning
- Treatment Planning
- Patient-Focused Therapy
- Patient Assessment
- Case Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Joint mobilization
- Patient Management
- Adaptive Equipment
- Multilingual (Fluent in Italian and Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Therapist
NM Department Of Health DDW
07.2001 - 04.2015
Physical Therapist
Bernalillo Public Schools
08.1999 - 06.2013
Physical Therapist
EASI
08.1988 - 06.1999
Physical Therapist
Anna Kaseman And Presbytarian Hospitals
09.1978 - 02.1982
Physical Therapist
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Hosptial
09.1976 - 08.1978
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
University of California, San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Pre Physical Therapy
University of California, Berkeley
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