Chathurani Sigera | Health Professions | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Chathurani Sigera
University of Sydney, Australia

Chathurani Sigera
Affiliation University of Sydney
Country Australia
Scopus ID 57190065901
Documents 40
Citations 614
h-index 18
Subject Area Health Professions
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Chathurani Sigera is a physiotherapy and health-services researcher affiliated with the University of Sydney. Her scholarly work encompasses musculoskeletal health, physiotherapy service delivery, emergency-department care, critical-care physiotherapy and evidence-informed clinical practice. Her published research includes multidisciplinary studies examining healthcare pathways and approaches to physiotherapy education and practice. [1][2]

Abstract

The Women Researcher Award profile for Chathurani Sigera presents a research record in physiotherapy and health professions, with particular relevance to musculoskeletal healthcare and clinical service delivery. Her research has addressed physical activity among physiotherapy students, critical-care physiotherapy and contemporary models of care for musculoskeletal conditions. [1][2] Her recent work further examines physiotherapist-led and virtual approaches to healthcare delivery. [3][4]

Keywords

  • Physiotherapy
  • Health professions research
  • Musculoskeletal health
  • Emergency-department care
  • Critical-care physiotherapy

Introduction

Physiotherapy research increasingly integrates clinical practice with health-services evaluation, patient outcomes and multidisciplinary care. Sigera’s publication record reflects this broad orientation, with studies ranging from physiotherapy education and critical-care practice to musculoskeletal service pathways. Her research has involved collaboration across clinical and academic settings, supporting the evaluation of physiotherapy within changing healthcare environments. [1][3]

Research Profile

The research profile is primarily situated within health professions and physiotherapy. Documented publications indicate interests in physical activity, critical-care physiotherapy, musculoskeletal conditions and models for delivering care in emergency settings. A study of physiotherapy undergraduates examined physical inactivity and the relationship between knowledge and health practices, while other work investigated physiotherapy roles and training in critical-care environments. [1][2]

Research Contributions

  • Physiotherapy education: Research has examined physical inactivity and knowledge-practice relationships among physiotherapy students. [1]
  • Critical-care practice: Published work has examined physiotherapy workforce characteristics and structured skills training in critical-care settings. [2]
  • Musculoskeletal healthcare: More recent research has addressed physiotherapist-led care for musculoskeletal presentations in emergency departments. [3]
  • Virtual healthcare: Research has also investigated virtual models of care for patients with low back pain presenting to emergency departments. [4]

Publications

Selected publications demonstrate a progression from physiotherapy education and critical-care research toward contemporary musculoskeletal and emergency-care models. These studies provide a documented basis for evaluating the breadth of Sigera’s research activity within the health professions.

  1. Ranasinghe, C., Sigera, C., et al. (2016). Physical inactivity among physiotherapy undergraduates: exploring the knowledge-practice gap. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 8, 39. DOI. [1]
  2. Sigera, P. C., et al. (2016). National Profile of Physical Therapists in Critical Care Units of Sri Lanka. Physical Therapy, 96(7), 933–939. DOI. [2]
  3. de Campos, T. F., Coombs, D., Sigera, C., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of primary-contact physiotherapy in managing musculoskeletal conditions in emergency departments. BMJ Open. DOI. [3]

Research Impact

The research addresses clinically relevant questions concerning how physiotherapy can be delivered across educational, critical-care and emergency settings. Studies of service pathways and virtual healthcare models are particularly relevant to healthcare systems seeking evidence on alternative approaches to managing musculoskeletal conditions. [3][4]

Award Suitability

The documented record provides several elements relevant to an academic recognition assessment, including peer-reviewed publications, multidisciplinary research participation and work addressing clinically applicable questions in physiotherapy and health services. The supplied bibliometric profile records 40 documents, 614 citations and an h-index of 18. These indicators provide quantitative context but should be considered alongside publication quality, methodological contribution, originality, collaboration and documented research outcomes.

Conclusion

Chathurani Sigera’s research profile reflects sustained activity within physiotherapy and the broader health professions, with documented contributions spanning education, critical-care practice, musculoskeletal healthcare and emerging models of clinical service delivery. The supplied bibliometric indicators and publication record provide supporting context for consideration within the Women Researcher Award category, subject to the applicable award criteria and verification procedures.

References

  1. Ranasinghe, C., Sigera, C., Ranasinghe, P., Jayawardena, R., Ranasinghe, A. C. R., Hills, A. P., & King, N. (2016). Physical inactivity among physiotherapy undergraduates: exploring the knowledge-practice gap. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation, 8, 39.
    https://doi.org/10.1186/s13102-016-0063-8
  2. Sigera, P. C., et al. (2016). National Profile of Physical Therapists in Critical Care Units of Sri Lanka: Lower Middle-Income Country. Physical Therapy, 96(7), 933–939.
    https://doi.org/10.2522/ptj.20150363
  3. de Campos, T. F., Coombs, D., Sigera, C., et al. (2025). Effectiveness of primary-contact physiotherapy in managing musculoskeletal conditions in emergency departments: protocol for the RESHAP-ED randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open.
    https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2024-096044
  4. Sigera, C., Oliveira, C. B., et al. (2026). Effectiveness of a virtual hospital model of care for patients with low back pain presenting to emergency departments (Back@Home). npj Digital Medicine.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/s41746-026-02425-8
  5. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Chathurani Sigera, Author ID 57190065901. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57190065901

Noor Bhatti | Health Professions | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Noor Bhatti
Medical College of Wisconsin,United States

Noor Bhatti
Affiliation Medical College of Wisconsin
Country United States
ORCID ID 0000-0002-5188-7364
Documents 2
Subject Area Health Professions
Event International Academic Achievements & Awards

Noor Bhatti is affiliated with the Medical College of Wisconsin, United States, and has contributed to scholarly work within the field of Health Professions. Research interests reflected in the available publications include emergency medicine, public health systems, and clinical case reporting. The research portfolio demonstrates engagement with healthcare delivery, emergency medical services, and interdisciplinary clinical practice, making the work relevant to healthcare quality improvement and evidence-based medicine.[1]

Abstract

The scholarly activities of Noor Bhatti emphasize healthcare improvement through clinical observation, emergency care assessment, and public health research. Available publications address the evaluation of prehospital emergency medical services in Ethiopia using mixed-methods research and describe a clinically significant neurological presentation associated with autoimmune thyroiditis. Collectively, these works demonstrate an interest in healthcare systems, patient outcomes, and multidisciplinary medical practice.[2][3]

Keywords

Emergency Medicine, Public Health, Health Professions, Prehospital Care, Emergency Medical Services, Clinical Research, Mixed-Methods Research, Autoimmune Thyroiditis, Healthcare Systems, Medical Education, Clinical Case Report, Evidence-Based Medicine.

Introduction

Healthcare research increasingly relies upon multidisciplinary collaboration to improve patient care, optimize emergency response systems, and strengthen clinical decision-making. Contributions from investigators working across medicine and public health provide valuable evidence for improving healthcare delivery. Noor Bhatti’s scholarly work reflects participation in these areas through studies examining emergency service infrastructure and unique clinical presentations that expand diagnostic awareness among healthcare professionals.[2]

Research Profile

Based at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Noor Bhatti has contributed to research spanning emergency medicine, public health, and clinical case documentation. The available publication record demonstrates collaboration with multidisciplinary teams addressing healthcare accessibility, emergency response capacity, and uncommon clinical manifestations. Such work contributes to broader discussions regarding patient safety, evidence-based practice, and healthcare system performance.[1]

Research Contributions

  • Contributed to a mixed-methods assessment of prehospital emergency services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, identifying operational priorities and system gaps.[2]
  • Participated in reporting a rare neurological presentation associated with autoimmune thyroiditis, supporting clinical education and diagnostic awareness.[3]
  • Engaged in interdisciplinary healthcare research integrating clinical medicine with public health perspectives.
  • Supported evidence generation relevant to emergency medical systems and patient-centered healthcare delivery.

Publications

  1. Gaps and priorities in prehospital emergency services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A mixed-methods assessment. Journal of Medicine, Surgery, and Public Health (2026). DOI: 10.1016/j.glmedi.2026.100241.
  2. A Case of Autoimmune Thyroiditis Presenting as Apraxia. Wisconsin Medical Journal (2026). Journal Article.

Research Impact

The available research portfolio contributes to understanding healthcare delivery challenges and clinical diagnosis within contemporary medical practice. Investigation of emergency medical services offers practical evidence for policymakers and healthcare administrators, while clinical case reporting enhances awareness of uncommon disease presentations. Together, these publications support continuous improvement in healthcare quality and interdisciplinary medical research.[2][3]

Award Suitability

Based on the documented scholarly record, Noor Bhatti demonstrates meaningful participation in healthcare research through publications addressing emergency medical services and clinical medicine. The interdisciplinary nature of the work, combined with contributions to healthcare systems research and clinical knowledge dissemination, aligns with the objectives commonly associated with recognition programs such as the Innovative Research Award presented through the International Academic Achievements & Awards event.[1]

Conclusion

Noor Bhatti’s current body of scholarly work reflects an emerging contribution to Health Professions research through investigations into emergency healthcare systems and clinically significant medical case reporting. These publications demonstrate a commitment to evidence-informed healthcare improvement and interdisciplinary collaboration while supporting future research aimed at strengthening patient care and public health outcomes.[1]

References

  1. Bhatti, N., et al. (2026). Gaps and priorities in prehospital emergency services in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A mixed-methods assessment. Journal of Medicine, Surgery, and Public Health.
    DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.glmedi.2026.100241
  2. Bhatti, N., et al. (2026). A Case of Autoimmune Thyroiditis Presenting as Apraxia. Wisconsin Medical Journal.
    https://wmjonline.org/125no2/kolman/
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). Noor Bhatti ORCID Record.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5188-7364