Ms. Abir MASSAAD
Faculty of Medicine
Institute of Physiotherapy
Laboratory of Biomechanics and Medical Imaging
Assistant professor
(+961) 1 421 000 ext abir.massaad1@usj.edu.lb
Abir is a physical therapist and has a PhD in biomechanics. She is an assistant professor at the faculty of medicine at the Saint Joseph University of Beirut Lebanon and a senior researcher at the laboratory of biomechanics and medical imaging. She is specialized in motion analysis and treatment follow up for patients with cerebral palsy and spinal deformity. She is also a clinical consultant at Sesobel in Lebanon and High Hopes in Dubai.
Highest degree : PhD in Biological and Medical Sciences - Saint Joseph University of Beirut
+ Education
| Degrees | University | Country | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctorate in Biological and Medical Sciences | Saint Joseph University of Beirut | Lebanon | 2018 |
| Master in research- Physiotherapy | Saint Joseph University of Beirut | Lebanon | 2010 |
| Bachelor in Physiotherapy | Saint Joseph University of Beirut | Lebanon | 2000 |
+ Teaching at USJ
Motion analysis in children adults Postural movement biomechanics applied to the clinic
+ Professionnal experience outside USJ
| Professional Experience | Organization | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical Team Supervisor | High Hopes Pediatric Therapy center-UAE | 01/10/2021 | 30/09/2024 |
+ Expertise field
Medecine and Health
+ Research topics
Biomechanics, Orthopedics, Spine, Scoliosis, Cerebral Palsy, 3D movement analysis.
+ Publications and communications
https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0176-1229
+ Useful links
• ORCID
• Researchgate