Rehabilitation is an interdisciplinary field of medicine aimed at restoring lost or weakened bodily functions. It integrates a wide range of approaches that contribute to the physical, psychological, and social recovery of patients after injuries, illnesses, and surgical interventions.
The uniqueness of modern rehabilitation lies in the integration of various disciplines that were previously developed as separate branches of medicine. These include physiotherapy, kinesitherapy, manual therapy, massage, hydro-kinesiotherapy, occupational therapy, and innovative technologies such as robotic systems and virtual reality. Each of these fields is adapted to the individual needs of the patient, making rehabilitation as effective as possible.
However, to train competent specialists capable of working in such a multifaceted field, the experience of clinical mentors is critically important. They ensure the transfer of practical skills, demonstrate the application of theoretical knowledge in real-life conditions, and shape professional thinking. Clinical mentors play a key role in the professional development of resident doctors, acting as a bridge between theoretical education and practical skills. They pass on clinical experience, teaching residents diagnostics, treatment, and decision-making in real medical situations.
Mentors not only help master modern treatment and rehabilitation methods but also cultivate critical thinking, professional ethics, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills. Their guidance contributes to improving the quality of medical education and preparing competent specialists who can work effectively in modern clinical practice.
As part of the current training cycle on physiotherapy and therapeutic physical factors, our mentors have provided invaluable support by supervising us in medical centers. Thanks to their experience and attentive approach, we have not only mastered physiotherapy techniques but also learned to apply them considering the individual characteristics of patients. Their mentorship has become the foundation of our professional growth.
Our physiotherapy mentors:
Kairambayeva Sholpan Myrzabaevna
Turakbayeva Farida Kaparovna
Shamanova Zhanar Sabitovna
Salmenbayeva Zulfiya Baibolatovna
Antisheva Marzhan Sagatbekovna
The uniqueness of our clinical mentors lies in the fact that they not only supervise our practice but also help us analyze complex topics, rare cases, new methods, and technologies.
Today, February 5, 2025, at the Department of Pediatrics and Medical Rehabilitation named after Tusupov D.M., under the leadership of the department head, Candidate of Medical Sciences Alimbaeva A.R., another discussion on physiotherapy topics took place. Following our department’s tradition, we once again engaged our mentors for an in-depth review and discussion. The last review of complex issues was conducted a week ago with the highest-category physiotherapist Kairambayeva Sholpan Myrzabaevna, while this time, the central figure of our discussion was our mentor, the highest-category physiotherapist Zulfiya Baibolatovna.
The topic of today’s discussion was “Physiotherapy in Traumatology”. Recognizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, we practice different methods of topic discussion. This time, on the initiative of Alimbaeva A.R., we decided to conduct the review in the format of a scientific conference with a unique approach. The special feature was that the event was held in the form of a video conference on the Zoom platform, thereby covering all branches of our department.
The event was attended by first- and second-year residents in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) from our three branches: Pavlodar, Ust-Kamenogorsk, and Semey.
During the discussion, the key aspects of physiotherapeutic treatment in traumatology were reviewed, including the classification of physiotherapy devices, their mechanism of action, properties, and features. Special attention was given to indications and the selection of physiotherapy methods depending on clinical cases.
Additionally, we discussed new high-quality equipment available at our centers and those planned for future implementation. Furthermore, we raised the issue of phasing out outdated devices, which are becoming less relevant due to the emergence of newer, innovative versions of these technologies.
We then proceeded with analyzing old and newly updated standards and protocols, comparing their previous and current versions. Their effectiveness was reviewed, highlighting what had improved and what, on the contrary, should have been left unchanged.
In the concluding part of the conference, residents engaged in a deep and insightful discussion on the nuances of applying modern physiotherapy technologies in clinical practice. The head of the department, Candidate of Medical Sciences Alimbaeva A.R., gave a concise closing speech, emphasizing the critical role of physiotherapy as an integral and highly effective component of comprehensive medical rehabilitation. She also expressed gratitude to Salmenbayeva Z.B. for her active contribution to the training of future specialists.
As Alimbaeva A.R. pointed out, such scientific and practical events play a critically important role in the professional development of future specialists in medical rehabilitation. They not only facilitate an intensive exchange of professional knowledge and advanced clinical experience but also significantly enhance the competence level of residents, allowing them to systematize and effectively consolidate both theoretical and practical educational materials.
