Megan Ryan-Smith

Biography

Megan Ryan-Smith is a Physiotherapist with more than 7 years of experience.

Megan Ryan-Smith graduated with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Physiotherapy from the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom. She received extensive training at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, focusing on neurorehabilitation, cardiac intensive care, and trauma. Following this, Megan pursued specialized senior pediatric physiotherapy training across various subspecialties, including neuromuscular conditions, pediatric ICU, chronic respiratory issues, neuro-orthopedics, and chronic pain management. During her time in Oxford, Megan contributed to over four research trials and served as a guest lecturer at Oxford Brookes University.Prior to joining Mubadala Health Dubai, Megan had worked at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Oxford, United Kingdom as a Senior Physiotherapist.

Field of Expertise 

• Adults and Children:
  • Neuromuscular (muscular dystrophy etc.)
  • Neurology (incl. strokes, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries)
  • Genetic syndromes
  • Acute and chronic respiratory (incl. cystic fibrosis)
  • Orthopedic (incl. pre- and post-operative care for limb lengthening, multi-level surgery,)
  • Musculoskeletal / sports trauma
  • Rheumatology (including juvenile arthritis & Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome)
  • Chronic pain and functional neurological disorder
  • Developmental delay
  • Plagiocephaly / torticollis
  • Erb’s palsy
  • Pilates-based rehabilitation

Awards & Accreditations

• Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (UK),
• Member of the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists (UK)
• Health and Care Professions Council (UK)