Qualification Attributes
Nine years practical experience in cardio-pulmonary fitness testing, analysing and interpreting clinical data for developing effective training programs including personalized nutrition/exercise plans
In-depth assessments for clients with musculoskeletal injuries with relevant rehabilitation programs
Regularly invited as guest speaker to hospitals, University Medicine departments and Medical Camps
Working to tight deadlines for projects with extensive research and effective report writing skills
Sensitive understanding and interaction with people from diverse cultures and ethnicity
Professional Experience
Clinical Physiologist/Nutritionist: Dr K S Acharya, M P Shah Hospital Clinic, September 2011 – Present
Treat diabetes, chronic disease (cancer, heart disease) and endocrinology patients with medical nutritional therapy and exercise programs for weight loss management.
Design rehabilitation programs for patients with musculoskeletal injuries
Lecture doctors, nurses and medical students on role of nutrition and exercise in chronic illnesses
Clinical Exercise Physiologist: Victoria University Rehabilitation Clinic, July 2009 – July 2010
Assessed cardiac, diabetic, obese and musculoskeletal injury patients (referred by GPs) on aerobic, musculoskeletal strength, endurance and flexibility aided by ECG’s
Supervised and designed hydrotherapy and gym based strength, endurance and flexibility programs
Clinical exercise Physiologist: Cancer Care, M.P.Shah Hospital, Nairobi, Dec 2009 – Feb 2010
Undertook detailed physical and fitness tests on heart and breast cancer and lymphedema patients. Designed and supervised relevant fitness and nutrition programs
Assisted in research in the effects of aerobic and resistance training on cancer patients and collected data on strength and fitness progress on patients
Clinical Sports Therapist: University of Kent Rehabilitation Clinic, Sep 2007 – Apr 2008
Dealt with various musculoskeletal injuries of clients at the University Rehabilitation Clinic
Practiced and learnt various deep tissue remedial massage techniques
Sports Scientist: Edith Cowan University, Perth, W. Australia, 2005
Participated in fitness testing for junior elite soccer and softball teams, collating useful physiological data for State coaches
Sports Scientist & Nutritionist: Maisha Health Club, Serena Hotel, Nairobi, 2004
Worked with diverse levels of clientele supporting their fitness goals and also offering rehab programs
International Trainer for Living Values Educational Programme (UNICEF): Association of Living Values Educators, Nairobi, 1998 – Present (Voluntary –vocation)
Trained local school teachers, administration, students and parents on value based education and facilitated them to create and implement core values to their lives and environment
Represented Kenya in International LVEP meetings, contributed, influenced and inspired other delegates about the expansion and growth of project and incorporated new ideas from others.
Awards
Dean’s list Edith Cowan University Perth 2003, 2004, 2005
Barry Harwood Study Centre Award Perth 2004
Golden Key International Honour Society Award Perth 2004
Sports Medicine Australia (WA) Prize 2006
Education
Masters in Clinical Exercise Rehabilitation, Victoria University, Melbourne (1 year)
Master in Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation, Kent, U.K. (Two semesters)
Bachelor of Science, Sports Science with a supporting major in nutrition , Edith Cowan University, Perth
Teaching Diploma, London Montessori Centre, 1986
IATA Travel Certificate , Skyways Travel Institute, 1988
Business Communication and Marketing Skills, British Council, 1998
Living Values Education Programme, International Train the trainer, Mauritius Institute of Education, 1998
The Japanese Language course, American Universities Preparation and Learning Centre, 1995
Diploma de Langue in French Language, Alliance Francaise, 1990
Qualification Referees
Dr. Michael Newton: -lecturer, School of Biomedical and Sports Science, Edith Cowan University Perth, Australia, (61) 8-9400 5961. Email: m.newton@ecu.edu .au
Dr. Suzanne Broadbent: Senior Lecturer – Chronic Conditions; Coordinator, Post Graduate Programme in Exercise Rehabilitation, School of Sports & Exercise Science Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia, (61) 3- 9919 5533 suzanne.broadbent@vu.edu.au
Lectures Given By Sushma
– 22 November 2015: Wellness Camp, Your Health Your World, Ramgharia Sikh Temple, Healthy Eating to Prevent Chronic Diseases
– 16 November 2015: Family Television, Health Matters, Diabetes and Healthy Eating Plan
– 14 November 2015: Ebru Television, Prime News, Benefits of Exercise with Diabetes
– 14 November 2015: World Diabetes Day , Fun Family Day, Karura Forest – Diabetes &Nutrition
– 1 November 2015: Lohana Hall, Diwali Mela – Diabetes and Exercise
– 30 April 2014: Wednesday Art Club, Ladies Forum – Your Health, Your Choice
– 16 November 2013: World Diabetes Day, CGHU School – Diabetes & Exercise
– 14 October 2013: Gateway to Healing for Westgate Terrorist Attack, Oshwal Centre – Healing the Self
– 26 August 2013: Diabetes Awareness, Oshwal Auditorium – Diabetes & Exercise
– 26 November 2012: The Buddy Doctor Initiative, Changing Diabetes; M.P.Shah Hospital – Role of Nutrition & Exercise in Diabetes Management
– 29 October 2012: The Buddy Doctor Initiative, Changing Diabetes; M.P. Shah Hospital – Medical Nutrition Therapy & Exercise
– 5 October 2012: Diabetes Kenya; Seville Retreat Centre – Kenya Nurses Conference – Diabetes & Exercise
– 25 September 2012: Experience Happiness; Serve Africa Retreat Centre, Nairobi
– 16 September 2012: Finding True Happiness; Serve Africa Retreat Centre, Nairobi
– 26 August 2012: Positive Awareness – Peace & Inner Power; Serve Africa Retreat Centre, Nairobi
– 15 June 2012: Diabetes Kenya; Seville Retreat Centre – Nurses conference – Diabetes & Exercise
– 17 April 2012: Positive Awareness – Peace & Inner Power; Serve Africa Retreat Centre, Nairobi
– 25 March 2012: Young President’s Club Members; Hogsworth Retreat Centre – Non Communicable Diseases – Role of Nutrition & Exercise
– 04 March 2012: Corporate Lawyers, M.P. Shah Hospital – Prevention of NCD’s – Nutrition, Stress Management & Exercise
– 23 February 2012: Shree Niketan Women’s Group; Non Communicable Diabetes – Role of Nutrition and Exercise & Stress Management
– 3 December 2011: M.P.Shah Hospital & Diabetes Kenya Medical amp; Diabetes & Physical Activity
– 22 November 2011: University of Nairobi, Department of Medicine, Hands on Diabetes amp for 300 Graduating Doctors
– 14 November 2011: United Nations of Nairobi, World Diabetes Day, Medical Camp
– 26 September 2011: M P Shah Hospital, Doctors Conference on Statins; Simple Steps to Lower Cholesterol
– 19 September 2011: University of Nairobi, Open Day for Non-Communicable Diseases Medical Camp; Non-Communicable Diseases – Role of Nutritional and Physical Activity
– 1 September 2011: Kenya Women’s Medical Association; Non-Communicable Diseases – Role of Nutrition and Physical Activity
– 31 August 2011: Diabetes Kenya, Nurses Conference; Medical Nutritional Therapy and Exercise for Diabetes
– 12 August 2011: University of Nairobi, Dept. of Medicine, endocrinology course; Medical Nutritional Therapy and Exercise for Diabetes