Gemma Murray

Gemma received a Bachelors Degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Birmingham, UK in 2013 and certified Masters module in Pediatric Cardiorespiratory from University City London in 2020. Over the last 10 years, Gemma has worked in various aspects of Pediatric Physiotherapy across London and specialized in respiratory over the last 5 years, treating a variety of conditions for airway clearance management including Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia, Bronchiectasis, and complex neuromuscular conditions, with her specialism in Cystic Fibrosis, as well as adequate knowledge and skills in treating children with complex conditions on intensive care.

Spoken Languages : English
Types of Physician : Full-time
DHA License : Pediatric Respiratory Physiotherapist
Branches : American Hospital Dubai

Credentials:

  • BSc Physiotherapy 2:1, University of Birmingham, United Kingdom
  • Msc Short course module Pediatric Cardiorespiratory, University City London, United Kingdom

Professional Associations:

  • Dubai Health Authority (DHA) Physiotherapy
  • Health and Care Professions Council, UK
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), UK

Professional Experience:

  • Highly Specialized Pediatric Respiratory Physiotherapist in Cystic Fibrosis, Barts Health NHS Trust, United Kingdom,
  • Senior Pediatric Physiotherapist, Barts Health NHS Trust, United Kingdom,
  • Senior Pediatric Community Physiotherapist, Virgin HealthCare (was Hertfordshire Community Trust West Essex), United Kingdom,
  • Rotational Physiotherapist, Barking, Havering and Redbridge NHS Trust, United Kingdom,
  • Academy Physiotherapist, Leyton Orient Academy Football Club, United Kingdom,

Clinical Expertise & Services Offered:

  • Respiratory chest physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and management for children with acute and chronic respiratory conditions as an inpatient on the pediatric ward.
  • Respiratory chest physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and management for children on the pediatric intensive care unit alongside the multidisciplinary team.
  • Provide in-depth knowledge and education on a variety of chest physiotherapy treatments including manual percussion, PEP therapy, cough assist, breathing pattern and re-education, exercise and pacing management and other cough augmentation techniques.
  • Support children and their families with respiratory chest physiotherapy management for ongoing treatment at home with detailed care plans and information.
  • Pediatric respiratory physiotherapy outpatient clinic for children with respiratory conditions that require chest physiotherapy for short- and long-term management.
  • Education on using different airway clearance adjuncts and equipment to aid the removal of mucus from the lungs.