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 Mr. Ghalib Al Ghamdi

Lecturer
Mr. Ghalib Al Ghamdi is a distinguished academic and healthcare leader with a profound impact on the
field of rehabilitation. As a Lecturer in the Occupational Therapy Department at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz
University for Health Sciences, he imparts his extensive knowledge and experience to aspiring
healthcare professionals. His academic foundation, fortified by a Master of Science in Physiotherapy
with a neurorehabilitation focus from Cardiff University and a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
from King Saud University, positions him as a subject matter expert.

Mr. Al Ghamdi influence extends far beyond the classroom. His strategic leadership is evident in his
roles as Chairman of the professional Councils of Therapeutic Specialties at the Saudi Commission for
Health Specialty and a Director of the Occupational Therapy Program. His expertise in rehabilitation
service management is showcased by his tenure as Manager of Rehabilitation Services at King Abdulaziz
Medical City, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of care. His contributions to
healthcare policymaking are reflected in his membership on the Permanent Higher Committee for
medical rehabilitation under the Saudi Health Council.

A prolific researcher and author, Mr. Al Ghamdi has made significant contributions to the understanding
and management of neurological disorders. His published works, including textbooks and journal
articles, have advanced the field of physiotherapy. His dedication to excellence has been recognized
with prestigious awards, such as the recognition from the CEO of King Abdulaziz Medical City for his
department's exceptional COVID-19 care plan.
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EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

​​​DEGREES

MSc in Physiotherapy, Neuro Rehabilitation Specialty, Cardiff University, United Kingdom.

BSc in Physical Therapy, King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Lecturer, Occupational Therapy Department, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences,2012 - Present.

Clinical Specialist, Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Services, King Abdulaziz Medical City, 2010 – 2017.

Senior Physiotherapist, King Abdulaziz Medical City, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, 2007 – 2010.

Junior Physiotherapists, King Abdulaziz Medical City, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, 2003 – 2007.

Physiotherapists, King Abdulaziz Medical City, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, 2001 – 2003.

Junior Physical Therapist, King Faisal Specialist Hospital, 2000- 2001.


ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIGNMENTS

Manager Rehabilitation services, King Abdulaziz Medical City, 2019- Present.

Director, Occupational Therapy Program, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, 2012-Present.

Clinical Supervisor Rehabilitation services, King Abdulaziz Medical City, 2017- 2018.


HONORARY DEGREE & AWARDS

Recognition from the CEO, king Abdulaziz medical city for rehabilitation department plan of care during
​COVID 19, 2021​




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Publications

PUBLICATIONS 

Naif Almutairi1, Ghalib Alghamdi , Taibah Alhumaid, Abdulkarim AlHumaid. Effectiveness of 
Physiotherapy in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis. Journal of Advances and Scholarly Researches in Allied
Education Vol. 20, Issue No. 2, April-2023, ISSN 2230-7540.

Mohammed Alsultan , Ghalib Alghamdi , Abdulkarim Alhumaid. Rehabilitation Strategies for Post-Stroke Motor Recovery: A Literature Review. International Journal of Recent Innovations in Medicine and
Clinical Research Volume-5, Issue-2, 13 June 2023: 25-34

Ghalib Alghamdi , Taibah Alhumaid , Abdulkarim Alhumaid. Effect of Exercises in Hemiplegic Patients-A Systematic Review. International Journal of Recent Innovations in Medicine and Clinical Research
Volume-4, Issue-3, 7 August 2022: 53-59

Ghalib Alghamdi , Taibah Alhumaid , Abdulkarim Alhumaid. Physiotherapy Assessment for Neurological Disorders. ISBN: 978-620-5-49157-7 Copyright 2022.

Ghalib Alghamdi , Sultan Benten , Abdulkarim Alhumaid. Assessment of Stroke in Physiotherapy Stroke Evaluation. ISBN:978-620-3-19405-0 Copywrite 2020.

Fayz Al Shahry, Wejdan Mohammed Alhuwail, Ghadah Mohammed Alshehri, Jihan Ali Al-Motairi, Smily Jesupriya Victor Paulraj, Fatma Othman and Alghamdi GA. Ergonomic effects on workers of selected healthcare areas of King Abdulaziz Medical City, National Guard Hospital, Riyadh Saudi Arabia, Biosci. Biotech. Res. Comm. 11(4): 595-602 (2018)

Richardson S, Allison Cooper, Alghamdi GA, Alghamdi MA, Altowaijri A (2012) Assessing Knee Hyperextension in Patients after Stroke: Comparing Silicon Coach Software and Clinical Observation.
International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation. 03/2012; 19(3):163.

Cooper A, Alghamdi GA, Alghamdi MA, Busse M, Richardson S (2011) The Relationship of Lower Limb 
Muscle Strength and Knee Joint Hyperextension during the Stance Phase of Gait in Hemiparetic Stroke Patients. Physiotherapy Research International 12/2011; 17(3):150-6.

Richardson, Sue, Alghamdi, GA., Alghamdi, MA., Altowaijri, Abdulrahman, Busse, Monica and Van 
Deursen, Robert William Martin 2009. Inter-rater reliability of dynamic knee joint range of motion in stroke patients using silicon COACH [Abstract].International Journal of Stroke 4 (S2) , p.

Richardson, Sue, Alghamdi, GA., Alghamdi, MA. and Cooper, Allison 2009. Knee hyperextension in stroke patients: quantification during weight bearing phases of gait [Abstract].International Journal of Stroke 4 (S2), p. 19.​



SCIENTIFIC MEMBERSHIPS AND ACTIVITIES

MEMBERSHIP:​

Chairperson, the professional Councils of Therapeutic Specialties, 2021 – Present.

Member, the Permanent Higher Committee for medical rehabilitation, 2021 – Present.

Member, the professional Councils of Therapeutic Specialties, 2019 – 2021.


CONFERENCES/ WORKSHOP PARTICIPATIONS

Attended the Global health Exhibition, 2023.

Attended the Start Advance CPD champion program, 2023.

Attended the CPD champion program for 9 months, 2022 – 2023.

Attended the Leadership in Health Profession’s Education, 2022.

Attended the Global health Exhibition, 2022.

Speaker at the Spinal cord injury and Cerebral palsy Rehabilitation, 2022.

Speaker at the Conference Excellence of Prosthetic Rehabilitation, 2019.

Attended the Rehabilitation Guidance for Work: Life Balance Seminar, 2018.

Speaker at the International conference of geriatric medicine, 2017.

Attended the International Day of Persons with Disabilities: second Medical and Social Conference and

Exhibition on Disabilities and Rehabilitation, 2015.

Attended Course 2: Specialized Techniques for Measuring Sensory Integration, University of Southern

California, 2014.

Speaker at the Excellence of Prosthetic Rehabilitation, 2014.

Attended the Clinical Application of Rehabilitation Evidence, 2014.

Attended the Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers, 2014.​

CONTACT INFORMATION

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Office location/number: 1.CM.GR.131

Phone: 011-4299999 Ext: ​95100

Email:alghamdigh@ngha.med.sa​