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Dr. Claudene Newell, PT, DPT

Dr. Claudene Newell, PT, DPT

The Bahamas

Summary

A mid-level physiotherapist with over 6 years of experience in Caribbean countries with a proven track record of quality care services. Treated on average 8-10 patients per day. Worked closely with individuals of multicultural backgrounds such as Trinidadian, Bahamian, Haitian, and Bajan. Educated the broader public on how to live a holistic lifestyle including exercise by publishing over 200 videos with over 200K views on social media since 2021. Engaged in public speaking for exercise-related health talks. Led over 15 small groups within and outside the workplace to provide information on managing and treating various health conditions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Physical Therapist

Rand Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - Current
  • Assessed and treated in-patients and out-patients with orthopaedic, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions from paediatrics to geriatrics.
  • Conducted monthly group classes for patients suffering from chronic back pain.
  • Conducted monthly group classes for patients with knee pathologies from 2020-201
  • Occasionally input patient statistics of about 8-15 patients per day for 4 therapists using Microsoft Excel.
  • Recorded treatment plans and tracked patients' progress as needed.
  • Referred patients to other specialists for further management.
  • Educated patient and family/caretaker about patient care.
  • Engaged in community-based health talks on physiotherapy management for non-communicable diseases such as knee osteoarthritis.
  • Trained other departments on Back and Lifting Safety.
  • Supervised students while they assisted with treating patients.
  • Planned discharge care for patients.

Sports Physical Therapist

U20 PANAM ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS
08.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided treatment and rehabilitation of injuries such as shin splints, hamstring strains, and medial epicondylitis.
  • Provided performance support through injury prevention, maintenance, and recovery interventions.
  • Mentally and physically prepared athletes before events and used kinesiotaping and massage techniques where necessary.
  • Examined and assessed injuries and determined whether participants could continue safely with events.
  • Treated and managed injuries to alleviate pain using a TENS unit, recovery boot, cryotherapy, and pain relieving cream.
  • Rehabilitated injuries by using manual therapy techniques and exercise.
  • Provided emergency aid.

Physical Therapist

PhysioWorks
08.2018 - 02.2019
  • Headed the physiotherapy clinic for 6 months while the owner was on maternity leave.
  • Handled all physiotherapy-related tasks from initial evaluation to discharge planning.
  • Delegated physiotherapist assistant to set up equipment, help patients prepare for treatment sessions, and work on exercises with patients,
  • Prepared progress reports for follow-up appointments and insurance companies.

Physical Therapist

INTERNSHIP AT 4 MAJOR HOSPITALS
05.2017 - 04.2018
  • Assigned to inpatient medicine, neurorehabilitation, ICU, and surgery rotations.
  • Assigned to outpatient neuro-paediatric and orthopaedic rotations.
  • Performed initial assessments and followed through with patient documentation.
  • Treated patients using various techniques and modalities.
  • Input patient statistics daily.
  • Participated in ward rounds with the health care team.
  • Delivered in-service presentations to staff and colleagues.
  • Provided home exercise programs.
  • Discussed discharge planning with patients, family members, and caretakers.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

The College of Saint Scholastica
Duluth, Minnesota, USA
08.2024

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

University of The West Indies
Mona, Kingston, Jamaica
02.2017

Associate of Science - Environmental Science

Holy Childhood High
Saint Andrew, Jamaica
06.2013

Skills

  • Good physical health and fitness: regularly workout and maintain a balanced plant-based diet
  • Culturally aware: very keen on cultural practices and the patient population
  • Empathetic and patient: allow patients to share their feelings and voice their concerns while providing relevant feedback on the relation to physiotherapy
  • Team-oriented: work well with co-workers, especially in decision-making, carrying out tasks, and taking on responsibilities
  • Content creator: create posts on social media on faith, food, and fitness
  • Data recording: log patient statistics in the absence of the clerk
  • Adaptability: able to make use of small workspaces, being understaffed, and with limited equipment
  • Organization skills: often assigned to organize patient dockets, exercise worksheets, etc
  • Letter writing: often assigned to draft letters for the department

Continuing Professional Development


  • Managing Your Health: The Role of Physical Therapy and Exercise
  • Biomedical Researchers
  • Introduction to ICF
  • Injury and Healing in Sports PT
  • Nutrition, Exercise, and Sports
  • Global Public Health
  • Project Management: Healthcare Projects
  • Diploma in Operations and Project Management
  • Speaking Confidently and Effectively
  • The Art of Leadership
  • Excel Quick Tips

Volunteer Experience

● Grand Bahama Survivors of Stroke (GBSOS) Committee Member

● Health Committee and Adventist Youth Member

● Volunteered to work in registration at the Grand Bahama Health and Wellness Fair [February 2024]

● Guest speaker for several Adventist churches in Jamaica and Bahamas on Exercise [2021 to 2023]

● Moderator of a Facebook support group for persons with type 2 diabetes [March 2022 to July 2022]

● Co-host a 90-day reset group for women with hormonal imbalance [August 2021 to October 2021]

● Collaborated with Living Wholistically by Kerryan as a guest speaker for Hormonal Imbalance and Exercise [June 2021]

● Bahamas Association of Athletic Association (BAAA) Track and Field Senior Nationals Championship [July 26-27, 2019]

● Bahamas Junior Swim Meet [April 6, 2019]

● Guardian Life “Keep It Alive” 5K Medical Team Member [May 26, 2018]

● International Hockey Tournament at Mona Hockey Field [November 2017]

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Education

Health Promotion

Group Exercise

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
French
Elementary (A2)

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

Timeline

Sports Physical Therapist

U20 PANAM ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS
08.2023 - 08.2023

Physical Therapist

Rand Memorial Hospital
02.2019 - Current

Physical Therapist

PhysioWorks
08.2018 - 02.2019

Physical Therapist

INTERNSHIP AT 4 MAJOR HOSPITALS
05.2017 - 04.2018

Doctor of Physical Therapy -

The College of Saint Scholastica

Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy

University of The West Indies

Associate of Science - Environmental Science

Holy Childhood High

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