Doctoral degree (PhD) in pediatric physical therapy, Cairo University. Thesis title: "Calf Muscle Strength and Standing Efficiency in Children with Spastic Diplegia".

(Oct 2008- Jun 2011)

Master degree (MSc) in pediatric physical therapy, Cairo University. Thesis title: "Modulation of Muscle Tightness by Manual Stretching in Children with Spastic Cerebral Palsy (A Systematic Review)".

(Oct 2001- Sep 2005)

Bachelor degree (BSc) in physical therapy with grade "excellent with honor", Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt.

Employment History:

(27/7/2015- present)

Senior Lecturer (faculty staff member) in pediatric physical therapy department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt.

(1/ 9/ 2018- present)

Visiting Senior lecturer (faculty staff member) in Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University, Egypt.

(7/8/2011- 26/7/2015)

Assistant lecturer in pediatric physical therapy department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt.

(20/5/2007- 6/8/2011)

Demonstrator (teaching assistant) in pediatric physical therapy department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt.

Teaching Experience:

Under-graduate Courses:

(2021- 2022)

Participation in curriculum development, teaching & supervision of “Evidence Based Practice in Physical Therapy- BAS 5158”, “Occupational Therapy- BAS 5262” & “Physical Therapy Training for Pediatrics- PED 5263” for 5^th year BSc students at Horus University in Egypt.

(2020- 2021)

Participation in curriculum development, teaching & supervision of “Motor Development & Learning- PED 4250” for 4^thyear BSc students at Horus University in Egypt.

(2018- 2021)

Curriculum development, teaching & supervision of “Tests & Measurements- BAS 2224” for 2^nd year BSc students at Horus University in Egypt, this course includes manual muscle testing, goniometry, muscle length testing, limb length assessment & girth measurement.

(2018- 2019)

Participation in teaching & supervision of “Electrotherapy- BAS 2226” for 2^nd year BSc students at Horus University in Egypt.

Supervision of the practical sections of “Biomechanics I (Gait Analysis)- BAS 2115” for 2^nd year BSc students at Horus University in Egypt.

(2017- 2018)

Participation in preparation, teaching & supervision of “Physical therapy for pediatrics- PT 513” for 5^th year BSc students, Cairo University.

(2009- 2018)

Participation in teaching & supervision of “Physical therapy for pediatrics and pediatric surgery (40102)” & “Clinical training for pediatrics and pediatric surgery (40106)” for 4^th year BSc students, Cairo University.

Post-graduate Courses:

(2016- 2017)

Participation in teaching “Pediatric Rehabilitation- PED 607” course for MSc students, Cairo University.

(2016- 2018)

Coordinator of “Hospital Administration- PED 614” course for MSc students, Cairo University.

(2015- 2016)

Coordinator of the following courses at Cairo University: Radiology- PED 613 (MSc), Genetics- PED 603 (MSc), Radiology- PED 509 (Diploma), Neuroanatomy- PED 500 (Diploma).

Clinical Experience:

(Sep 2018- present)

Consultant at Pediatric Outpatient Clinic in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University.

(Jun 2011- Aug 2018)

Senior Physical Therapist Specialized in Pediatrics at The Outpatient Clinic in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University.

(Apr 2011- Jul 2018)

Owner & manager of Elnahhas Pediatric Physical Therapy Center at 39 King Faisal St. - Giza- Egypt.

(Jun 2008- Jun 2011)

Pediatric Physical Therapist at The Outpatient Clinic in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University.

(May 2007- Jun 2008)

Sports physical therapist in The Egyptian Armed Forces Sports Authority & Tala'ea El Gaish Sporting Club.

(May 2005- Mar 2011)

Pediatric Physical therapist at El-Negmy Clinic, Heliopolis, Egypt.

(Nov 2005- Oct 2006)

Physical therapist at Cairo University Hospitals, Egypt.

Continuing Education attended:

Courses related to teaching skills:

· Critical Thinking, from The Faculty and Leadership Development Centre (FLDC), Cairo University, (5-6/ 10/ 2020).

· University Teacher Support Seminar “Active learning and ICT-enhanced teaching in higher education”, Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University, funded by Erasmus+ Programme, Speaker: Joan-Tomàs Pujolà, University of Barcelona, (25/ 7/ 2019).

· Effective Teaching Skills, from The Faculty and Leadership Development Centre (FLDC), Cairo University, (10-11/ 1/ 2018).

· Procedures for Producing Electronic Courses, by Electronic Learning Center, Cairo University, Egypt, (19-21/ 4/2016).

· Quality standards in teaching, from FLDC, Cairo University, (2 – 3 /1 / 2016).

· Preparation of An Electronic Course, Cairo University Center for Quality Assurance of Education, Egypt, (29/ 11/ 2015).

· Use of Technology in Teaching, from FLDC, Cairo University, (12- 14/ 1/ 2013).

· Credit Hour System, from FLDC, Cairo University, (30/1- 1/2/2012).

· Student Evaluation, from FLDC, Cairo University, (11-13/ 1/ 2011).

· Recent Trends in Teaching, from FLDC, Cairo University, (24-26/ 5/ 2010).

Courses related to research skills:

· Systematic searching in Embase: using PICO to identify relevant results for Evidence-based medicine, at Elsevier Life Science Solutions, Presented by Harpreet Shah, PhD, Solution Marketing Manager Embase, (8/ 7/ 2020).

· Scientific Writing, by Prof. Dr. Hussein Elsubagh (Professor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry– Faculty of Pharmacy– Mansoura University), session was held at Horus University in Egypt, (5/ 9/ 2019).

· Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB), by Dr. Mahmoud Elkhoudary (lecturer of analytical chemistry- Faculty of Pharmacy), session was held at Horus University in Egypt, (5/ 9/ 2019).

· Statistical Analysis of Bio-Experiments, from FLDC, Cairo University, (28-29/ 8/ 2017).

· Arabic & English editing in scientific research, from FLDC, Cairo University, (10- 11/ 4/ 2017).

· Research Ethics, from FLDC, Cairo University, (4- 5 / 5 / 2016).

· Reference management system (Endnote Program), by Dr. Ahmed Youssef, Training Unit, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, (16/ 4/ 2015).

· Statistical Data Analysis Using SPSS, from The Institute of Statistical Studies & Research, Cairo University, Egypt, (8/ 12/ 2012- 12/ 1/ 2013).

· International Publishing of Research, from FLDC, Cairo University, (7 - 9 / 5 / 2012).

· How to Compete for a Research Fund, from FLDC, Cairo University, (22-24/12/2008).

Courses related to professional skills in specialty (pediatric physical therapy):

· Skills in dealing with persons with disability, by Dr. Ahmed Elomary (lecturer of special education, Cairo University), symposium was held at Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University (4/ 3/ 2018).

· Managing Children with Cerebral Palsy, by Physiopedia, (October 2016).

· Adaptive seating system in neuro-motor impairment, by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Tag (pediatric orthopedic surgery), Cairo University, Egypt, (1 / 6 /2016).

· Orthotic management of lower limbs in neurological conditions, by Dr. Ehab Waly, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, Egypt, (8-9 / 3 / 2016).

· New Trends in Physical Therapy Management for Brachial Plexus Injury, National Institute of Neuro-Motor System, Egypt, by Prof. Dr. Emam El-Negmy (PhD, University of Southampton), (17/12/2015).

· Neuro-developmental Technique (NDT), National Institute of Neuro-Motor System, Egypt, by Prof. Dr. Kamal Shoukry (PT, PhD, Cairo University), (16/ 11/ 2015).

· New trends in pediatric rehabilitation, National Institute of Neuro-Motor System, Egypt, by Prof. Dr. Kamal Shoukry (PT, PhD, Cairo University), (12/ 10/ 2015).

· Therapeutic management from infancy to adulthood in individuals with neuromotor impairments, by Mrs. Estelle Brown (NDT PT, South Africa), Mrs. Shelley Broughten (NDT OT, South Africa) & Dr. Ehab Waly (PhD PT, NDT PT), (21-22/ 3/ 2015).

· Intensive Pediatric Physical Therapy, from the American PediaSuit^™ Protocol & Therapies4kids, (20-24/ 2/ 2010).

Courses related to general professional skills:

· Measurements of Infection Control, by Prof. Dr. Mohamed El Farash (Professor of Microbiology & Immunology, Mansoura University), session was held at Horus University in Egypt, (5/ 9/ 2019).

· Basics of Nerve Conduction Study & Electromyography, by Prof. Dr. Ann Abdel Kader (Professor of clinical neurophysiology, Cairo University), workshop was held at National Institute of Neuro-Motor System, Egypt, (28/ 2/ 2019).

· Lower extremity assessment: Biomechanical perspective, by Prof. Dr. Osama Ragaa Abdelraouf, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, (16-17/ 9/ 2015).

· Differential Diagnosis of the Upper Quadrant, by Prof. Dr. Samir Sabbahi (PT. PhD), Cairo University, (24/ 8/ 2006).

· New Trends in Applied Pharmacology and The Interaction Between Medications and Physiotherapy Modalities, by Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim Aboulsoud, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, (19-23/ 8/ 2006).

· The First Aid Basic Training Course, from the Egyptian Red Crescent & Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, (15-19/ 8/ 2006).

· Cupping Therapy, by Dr. Ahmed Mohamed El-Shewy (PT, PhD, Cairo University), (2005).

· New Trends in Obesity Management, by Dr. Mamdouh Gabr Hagag (PT, PhD, Cairo University), (2005).

Courses related to management & leadership skills:

· Strategic planning, from FLDC, Cairo University, (2 – 3 /9 / 2015).

· Legal & Financial Aspects in University Environment, from FLDC, Cairo University, (18-20/ 1/ 2010).

· Time and Conference Management, from FLDC, Cairo University, (23-25/ 6/ 2008).

Courses related to communication & interaction skills:

· Conference Organization, from FLDC, Cairo University, (7 - 9 / 5 / 2013).

· Effective presentation skills, from FLDC, Cairo University, (24-26/ 11/2012).

· Code of Ethics in University Environment, from FLDC, Cairo University, (23-25/ 8/ 2011).

· Communication Skills, from FLDC, Cairo University, (22-24/ 6/ 2009).

Courses related to computer skills:

· ICDL, syllabus version: 4.0 (1/ 6/ 2011).

Conferences:

1. The 2^nd scientific conference of physical therapy “No more Disability with Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation”, participated as a speaker of a scientific lecture: “NEW TRENDS IN MOTOR LEARNING FOR CEREBRAL PALSY”, Cairo, Egypt, (11 / 12/ 2020).

2. The 2^nd Scientific Conference of the Physical Therapy Department at the National Institute of Neuromotor System, under the title of “Fostering the Future Rehabilitation of Cerebral palsy”, participated as a speaker of a scientific lecture: “BENEFITS OF BACKWARD GAIT TRAINING FOR CEREBRAL PALSY”, Giza, Egypt, (28 / 2/ 2019).

3. Scientific meeting of pediatric physical therapy department, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, (15/ 4/ 2018).

4. The 3^rd annual conference of orthopedic department, National Institute of Neuromotor System, under the title of “Pediatric Ankle & Foot Deformities”, Giza, Egypt, (15-16/ 2/ 2018).

5. The 17^th international scientific conference, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, under the title of "Empowering Disability", Cairo, Egypt, (10-11/ 3/ 2016).

6. The 16^th international scientific conference, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, under the title of "No More Disability", Cairo, Egypt, (5-6/ 3/ 2015).

7. The scientific congress of the department of physical therapy for disturbance of growth & development in children & its surgery, under slogan "Pediatric Physical Therapy under Quality Assurance System", Cairo, Egypt, (3/ 12/ 2008).

Workshops (presented):

(17/ 8/ 2021)

“Appraising Evidence About Intervention”, Horus Univ.

(2, 9/ 8/ 2021)

“Research Validity”, Horus Univ.

(14/ 11/ 2020)

“Efficient Search in Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro)”, Buraydah Colleges, KSA.

(14-28/10/2019)

“Efficient Search in Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro)”, Horus Univ.

(4 / 9 / 2018)

“Selecting the Best Resources for Physical Therapy Education”, Horus Univ.

(28/11/ 2015)

“Systematic Review” Workshop, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University.

(3 / 4 / 2017)

“Orthotic Prescription for Cerebral Palsy”, Cairo University.

(29/ 4/ 2018)

“Physical Therapy for Congenital Muscular Torticollis”, Cairo University.

(29/ 4/ 2018)

“Physical Therapy for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip”, Cairo University.

(6 / 5 / 2018)

“Physical Therapy for Congenital Knee & Foot Deformities”, Cairo University.

Activities:

· Participation in workshops, scientific meetings & research seminars of Pediatric Physical Therapy Department, Cairo University.

· Participation in designing & updating academic curricula in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University & Horus University.

· Participation in academic advising for both undergraduate & postgraduate students.

· Participation in the committees of quality assurance & accreditation in Pediatric Physical Therapy Department, Cairo University & Horus University in Egypt.

· Participation in establishing the question bank of “Physical Therapy for Pediatrics” course (PT 513) for BSc students, Cairo University, (2017- 2018) & “Tests & Measurements” course (BAS 2224) for BSc students, Horus University, (2018- 2021).

· Participation in the process of student evaluation, exam preparation & oral and practical exams, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University & Horus University in Egypt.

Memberships:

· Member in the Council of the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University in Egypt, (Nov 2019- present).

· Member in Student Affairs & Education Committee, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University in Egypt, (Oct 2018- present).

· Member in exam control & preparation for level 2 BSc physical therapy, (2018- 2019) & level 5 BSc, (2021- 2022), Horus University.

· Member in the Council of Pediatric Physical Therapy Department, Cairo University, (2017- 2018) & Horus University, (2020- present).

· Corresponding Member in the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), (#36634), (2016- 2017).

· Member in the Research Committee of Pediatric Physical Therapy Department, Cairo University, (2015- 2017).

· Member in General Physical Therapy Syndicate in Egypt, (2007- present).

Professional Licensure:

· General Physical Therapy Syndicate in Egypt:

o Physical Therapy Consultant (#622) (Jun 2017- present).

o Physical Therapy Specialist (#2655) (Apr 2012- Jun 2017).

o Physical Therapy Practitioner (#3690) (Feb 2007- Apr 2012).

· Ministry of Health in Egypt:

o Physical Therapy Specialist (#2634) (Apr 2012- present).

o Physical Therapy Practitioner (#4212) (Feb 2007- Apr 2012).

Administrative Positions:

· Coordinator of Pediatric Physical Therapy Department, Horus University in Egypt, (Oct 2020- present).

· Head of exam control & preparation for level 2 BSc physical therapy, Horus University, (Oct 2019- Oct 2021).

· Manager of “International Projects & Scholarships Center”, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University in Egypt, (Oct 2019- Feb 2020).

· Head of Continuous Education Program for The Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University in Egypt, (Sep 2018- present).

· Head of Library Committee, Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University in Egypt, (Sep 2018- present).

Consulting Experience:

· Consultant at Pediatric Outpatient Clinic in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Horus University, (Sep 2018- present).

· Consultant in General Physical Therapy Syndicate in Egypt, (#622), (Jun 2017- present).

Community service:

Designing home programs for children with physical disabilities in Pediatric Outpatient Clinic in the Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University, (2008- 2018) & Horus University (2018-present).

Grants & Awards:

Cairo University International Publication Reward (2019), Research ID: #3901.

Honoring & Appreciation:

Certificate of Appreciation, Horus University in Egypt, (Sep 2021).
Certificate of Appreciation, Cairo University Staff Club, (Jun 2007).

Research interests:

Evidence-based physical therapy, Pediatric physical therapy, pediatric rehabilitation, Neuro-developmental disabilities (especially; cerebral palsy).

Scientific Journal Reviewing:

Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy, Article title: “Effect of Functional Electrical Stimulation Versus TheraTogs on Gait and Balance in Children with Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy: A Randomized Controlled Trial”, (Sep 2021)

Publications:

Published papers in peer-reviewed journals:

· Elnahhas, A. M., Elshennawy, S., & Aly, M. G. (2019). Effects of backward gait training on balance, gross motor function, and gait in children with cerebral palsy: a systematic review. Clinical Rehabilitation, 33(1), 3–12. https://doi.org/10.1177/0269215518790053

· Abdel Rahman, S. A., Elnahhas, A. M., Ahmed, D. I. E. (2019). Effect of whole-body vibration on bone density in children with Down syndrome: a systematic review. International Journal of Recent Advances in Multidisciplinary Research, 6(9), 5234-5238.

· Olama, K. A., Elnahhas, A. M., Rajab, S. H., Nour El din, S. M. (2019). Effect of universal exercise unit on balance in children with spastic diplegia. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 6(1),85-88.

· Samaam, M. N., Elnegmy, E. H., Elnahhas, A. M., & Hendawy, A. S. (2018). Effect of prolonged smartphone use on cervical spine and hand grip strength in adolescence. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 5(9),49-53.

· Elnahhas, A. M., El-Negmy, E. H., & El-Azizi, H. M. (2014). Calf Muscle Strength and Standing Efficiency in Children with Spastic Diplegia. Trends in Applied Sciences Research, 9(9), 503-511.

Master Theses Supervision:

· Student/ Marina Nabil Samaan, Thesis title: “Effect of prolonged smartphone use on cervical spine and hand grip strength in adolescence”, Faculty Council approval: 15/ 10/ 2017, Discussed: 29/ 9/ 2018.

· Student/ Samaa Hussein Rajab, Thesis title: “Effect of universal exercise unit on balance in children with spastic diplegia”, Faculty Council approval: 19/ 11/ 2017, Discussed: 18/ 6/ 2019.

· Student/ Dina Ibrahim Elsayed, Thesis title: “Effect of whole-body vibration on bone density in children with Down syndrome: (Systematic review)”, Faculty Council approval: 13/ 6/ 2017, Discussed: 30/ 11/ 2019.

Ongoing Master Theses Supervision:

· Student/ Aya Adel Mahmoud, Thesis title: “Effect of treadmill training on balance in children with cerebral palsy (A systematic review)”, Faculty Council approval: 13/ 6/ 2017.

Referees:

· Fatma A. Hegazy, PT, PhD

Former Head, Associate Professor, Physiotherapy Department, College of Health Sciences, Sharjah University, UAE.

Associate Professor of Paediatric Physiotherapy, Cairo University, Egypt.

fhegazy@sharjah.ac.ae

+971504800753

· Hamdy Radwan, PT, MS, PhD, CMP

Professor and Director of the transitional DPT Program, Winston-Salem State University, USA.

radwanh@wssu.edu

Office: +1 (336) 750-2194

Fax: +1 (336) 750-2192

· Usama Mohamed Rashad, PT, PhD