Deborah Ann McEwen
Gonville,Whanganui
Summary
Holistic physiotherapist with expertise in patient assessment and treatment planning. Specializes in developing personalized rehabilitation strategies that effectively manage pain and injury. Proven track record of building strong customer relationships to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to promoting health and wellbeing through tailored therapeutic approaches.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sole Owner & Practioner
McEwen Physiotherapy
Gonville, Whanganui, NZ
10.1999 - Current
- Developed treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and goals.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Physiotherapist to the Whanganui NPC Rugby Team, Whanganui Netball, Western Flyers, NZ Academy of Sport for Elite Athletes.
Physiotherapist
Physical Care Centre - Nick O'Neil
Central, Whanganui, NZ
09.1999 - 10.1999
- Assessed patient conditions to create individualized rehabilitation plans that address specific needs.
Locum Physiotherapist
BUPA Alexandra Hospital
Walderslade, Kent, UK
06.1999 - 07.1999
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
Locum Physiotherapist
Livingstone Hospital
Dartford, Kent, UK
10.1998 - 04.1999
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
Locum Physiotherapist
West Wales General Hospital
Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, Wales
09.1998 - 09.1998
- Developed individualized treatment plans for patients based on their diagnosis and condition.
Locum Physiotherapist
Salisbury District Hospital
Salisbury, Wiltshire, UK
07.1988 - 08.1998
- Administered therapeutic exercises to enhance patient mobility and strength, facilitating recovery and independence.
Locum Physiotherapist
Townlands Hospital
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, UK
06.1998 - 07.1998
- Utilized modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat and cold packs and traction to manage symptoms.
Locum Physiotherapist
Sandleford Hospital
Newbury, Berkshire, UK
04.1998 - 06.1998
- Assessed patient conditions to develop tailored rehabilitation plans.
Locum Physiotherapist
Haywood Hospital
Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
02.1998 - 04.1998
- Evaluated patient progress at consistent intervals and adjusted treatment plans to maximize benefit.
Locum Physiotherapist
Longton Cottage Hospital
Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
01.1998 - 02.1998
- Provided patient education to help improve understanding of their condition and the importance of exercise, posture and lifestyle changes.
Locum Physiotherapist
Haywood Hospital
Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
11.1997 - 12.1997
- Monitored progress of patients during treatments to ensure desired outcomes were achieved.
Locum Physiotherapist
City General Hospital
Hartshill, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
09.1997 - 10.1997
- Implemented therapeutic exercises and activities designed to improve mobility, strength, and coordination.
Locum Physiotherapist
South Shore Hospital
Blackpool, Lancashire, UK
03.1997 - 05.1997
- Managed and treated pain in patients.
Locum Physiotherapist
Milton Keynes General Hospital
Eaglestone,, Milton Keynes, UK
02.1997 - 03.1997
- Evaluated patient progress at consistent intervals and adjusted treatment plans to maximize benefit.
Locum Physiotherapist
RAF Hospital Wegberg
Wegberg, Germany
11.1996 - 01.1997
- Assessed patient's strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture and motor function.
Locum Physiotherapist
Gordon Street Medical Centre - Jenny Finch
Suva, Fiji Islands
08.1996 - 10.1996
- Coordinated with other medical professionals such as doctors, nurses and occupational therapists when necessary.
Locum Physiotherapist
Treasure Island Resort
Treasure Island, Fiji Islands
06.1996 - 07.1996
- Administered therapeutic exercises to improve patient mobility and strength.
Rotational Physiotherapist
Good Health Whanganui Hospital
Heads Road, Whanganui, NZ
08.1995 - 05.1996
- Collaborated with medical staff to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Utilized advanced therapeutic modalities to aid in recovery processes.
- Supervised physical therapist assistants and aides, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and high-quality patient care.
- Assisted patients with sports injuries, head injuries and strokes.
- Utilized manual therapy techniques, including soft tissue mobilization and joint manipulation, to alleviate pain and enhance function.
- Worked in Orthopaedics, Medical, Neurological, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Women's Health, Maternity, Outpatients, Hydrotherapy and Community.
- Led aquatic therapy sessions, designing water-based exercises to leverage buoyancy and resistance for therapeutic benefit.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
Auckland Institute of Technology
Akoranga Campus, Auckland, NZ04-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Psychology And Sociology
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ04-1992
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart College
Whanganui, NZ12-1987
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Patient assessment
- Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
- Policy development
- Therapeutic modalities - effectively use ultrasound, interferential, tens and biofeedback
- Administer therapy by light, heat, water and electricity
- Administer traction, manual therapy techniques, manipulation and graded exercise programmes
- Perform a variety of massage techniques, deep and superficial as well as trigger point treatment
- Customer relationship management
- Dedicated Holistic Physiotherapist with 30 years plus experience in sports, general injury prevention, muscle imbalance, taping (rigid and kinesiology), chronic pain management, ergonomics, relaxation and deep breathing techniques
- Compute literate in WordPerfect, Windows, Microsoft Word, Works and Excel and Apps by Apple
- Keyboard Skills: Advanced Pitman Certificate - 35 words per minute
Certification
New Zealand Registered Physiotherapist
Timeline
Sole Owner & Practioner
McEwen Physiotherapy
10.1999 - Current
Physiotherapist
Physical Care Centre - Nick O'Neil
09.1999 - 10.1999
Locum Physiotherapist
BUPA Alexandra Hospital
06.1999 - 07.1999
Locum Physiotherapist
Livingstone Hospital
10.1998 - 04.1999
Locum Physiotherapist
West Wales General Hospital
09.1998 - 09.1998
Locum Physiotherapist
Townlands Hospital
06.1998 - 07.1998
Locum Physiotherapist
Sandleford Hospital
04.1998 - 06.1998
Locum Physiotherapist
Haywood Hospital
02.1998 - 04.1998
Locum Physiotherapist
Longton Cottage Hospital
01.1998 - 02.1998
Locum Physiotherapist
Haywood Hospital
11.1997 - 12.1997
Locum Physiotherapist
City General Hospital
09.1997 - 10.1997
Locum Physiotherapist
South Shore Hospital
03.1997 - 05.1997
Locum Physiotherapist
Milton Keynes General Hospital
02.1997 - 03.1997
Locum Physiotherapist
RAF Hospital Wegberg
11.1996 - 01.1997
Locum Physiotherapist
Gordon Street Medical Centre - Jenny Finch
08.1996 - 10.1996
Locum Physiotherapist
Treasure Island Resort
06.1996 - 07.1996
Rotational Physiotherapist
Good Health Whanganui Hospital
08.1995 - 05.1996
Locum Physiotherapist
Salisbury District Hospital
07.1988 - 08.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
Auckland Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Double Major in Psychology And Sociology
Massey University
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart College