Polina Volgunina
Superior
Summary
I am an active person that has always been interested in movement. I grew up dancing and so I was always very in tune with my body and had an interest in anatomy. I pursued a degree in exercise science then continued on to get my doctorate in physical therapy. My focus is on functional retraining and emphasis on mobility in the acute care setting. One of my biggest passions is exercise and I aim to pass that on to my patients, peers, and people around me.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care Physical Therapist
University Of Colorado Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Newton Wellesley Hospital - Mass General Brigham
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Completed initial evaluations, developed individualized care plans, and performed follow-up sessions to meet patients' medical and physical goals
- Discussed rehabilitation and reconditioning options to improve patients' function and quality of life.
- Treated patients with cardiovascular, neurological, vestibular, and orthopedic conditions ranging from ages 10-110 years old
- Progressed patient recovery with difficult neurological diagnoses such as Guillain-Barre and CVA leading to long length of stay in the hospital
- Managed post-surgical patients in the PACU and Day Surgery Unit
- Collaborated with colleagues in nursing, occupational therapy, and case management to optimize patient care and assist in discharge planning
- Mentored integrated clinical experience and full-time students
- Effectively documented in Epic Hyperspace EMR.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
MGH Institute of Health Professions
Charlestown, MA12.2021
BS in Exercise Science -
Elon University
Elon, NC05.2019
Foreign Languages
Russian
Relevant Experience
Teaching Dance Classes, Tutoring physical therapy student, choreographing dances in highschool and college setting, exercise prescription experience
Timeline
Acute Care Physical Therapist
University Of Colorado Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Acute Care Physical Therapist
Newton Wellesley Hospital - Mass General Brigham
09.2021 - 09.2023
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
MGH Institute of Health Professions
BS in Exercise Science -
Elon University
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