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Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences (RCRS)The Riphah College of rehabilitation Sciences (RCRS) was established in 2007 under the Faculty

of Health and Medical Sciences (FHMS) of Riphah International University with the aim to

produce graduates of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation professions in Pakistan according to

international standards. The pioneer institute in the entry level Doctor of Physical Therapy

Program (DPT) and Post professional Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (PP-DPT) in Pakistan

(Equivalent to of 18 years of schooling/M. Phil as per HEC criteria). The specialized programs

and continuing professional development courses in Physical Therapy have been introduced in

the country. The college has two campuses, Islamabad and Lahore. The college has great

contribution for the uplifting of Rehabilitation Sciences Professions by enhancing the

knowledge and skills of the practicing clinicians. The college has a leading role by developing

uniform DPT curriculum in the country. The director of the college was nominated as secretary

of the HEC National Curriculum Revision Committee (NCRC).

Vision“To be a Rehabilitation Sciences institute according to

international standards dedicated for value basedprofessional education with academic excellence globally”

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Dr. Asghar Khan holds his entry level Physical Therapy degree (BScPT) from one of the oldest physical therapy institute “College of Physiotherapy (JPMC) University of Karachi” and he is the US Board Certi�ed Physical herapist in Pakistan with Clinical Doctorate Degree (DPT) from one of the reputable (A.T Still university Arizona) university in USA. He has 14 years clinical experience in state of the art health institutions in USA and 5 years teaching experi-ence in the university. He also has completed manual therapy certi�cate courses (Evidence based manual therapy of the spine and extremities) from Ola Grimsby institute in California USA. He came back to the country in 2007 with the intention to serve the country. He joined Riphah International University in the end of 2007 and established a state of the art Riphah College of Rehabilitation Science (RCRS) and currently he leads as Director / Associate Professor of the institute. He enriched his quali�cation further with a post graduate diploma in professional ethics and teaching methodology from Riphah International University, Islamabad.

Dr. Asghar KhanDirector RCRS

Dr. Syed Shakil-ur-RehmanPrincipal / Associate Professor

Dr. Syed Shakil-ur-Rehman is Associate Professor at Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences (RCRS) and also serves as Principal of RCRS, Islamabad Campus. At present he is pursuing his doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University of Lahore with focusing his research on the impact of supervised structured aerobic exercise training on insulin resistance in type-2 diabetes mellitus. He did his MS in Musculoskeletal physical therapy in 2005 from Ziauddin Medical University Karachi and successfully completed his post professional doctor of physical degree (equivalent to M.Phil by HEC) in 2011 from Riphah International University. Dr. Shakil also did his PGD in professional Ethics and Teaching methodology in 2009 at Riphah International University. He has got an extensive academic and clinical experience in the arena of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation that spans around a decade. He taught physical therapy and rehabilitation at Ziauddin Medical University Karachi, Baqi Medical University Karachi and Riphah International University Islamabad. Besides teaching, Dr. Shakil has also got an experience in conducting and supervising research studies to the senior students of the discipline. He is credited with 18 research papers published in HEC and PMDC recognized research Journals besides supervising as many as 15 MS/ M.Phil theses. His major research interest includes identifying the long term e�ects of exercise on the human body in di�erent disease conditions.

Dr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain Shah is a highly quali�ed faculty member (Deputy Director / Assistant Professor) of Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences Lahore Campus, which is a constituent college of Riphah International University Islamabad. He provided his services in teaching and clinical establishments of di�erent Organizations, National Hospital & Medical Center, Shapes Health and Wellness Club, Lahore. He provided his services as an adjunct faculty member in paramount universities around Pakistan in particular King Edward Medical University, Lahore and University of Faisalabad. He secured pivotal roles in these organizations for the profound uplifting of academic, conjectural, literary and research projects as a scholarly professional and researcher. He has 11 research articles published in HEC recognized journals. He has supervised more than 35 research thesis in the �eld of rehabilitation sciences. For the �rst time in Pakistan he introduced Audio Video Learning System in Physical Therapy. He graduated from School of Physiotherapy Mayo Hospital Lahore. He completed his additional one year course for 4 years (BS.PT) degree from Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Center Karachi (JPMC) university of Karachi. He enhanced his quali�cation in 2010 by earning Post Professional Clinical Doctorate in physical therapy (PP-DPT) from Riphah International University, Islamabad (Awarded equivalency of 18 years of schooling, Master / M.Phil by HEC). He enriched his quali�cation further with a Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Ethics and Teaching Methodology (PGD, PE&TM). He is the �rst elected president of Pakistan Physical Therapy Association. Dr. Shah is a versatile clinician with 17 years experiences of clinical practices and mentorships during which he mastered and taught advanced manual therapy skills. He is not only pioneer in Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy in Islamabad but also he played key role in establishment of RCRS Lahore-Campus.

Dr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain ShahDy. Director RCRS

(Lahore Campus)

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Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)The �rst professional degree in physical therapy endorsed by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HEC) comprises of 5 years (10 semesters), equivalent to 17 years of schooling. The degree program will produce physical therapy professionals who will be titled as Doctors of Physical Therapy and will be competent to diagnose and treat movement dysfunctions due to injuries or diseases by using all physical means including; manual therapy techniques, exercise therapy, electrotherapy and preventative and corrective measures. Physical Therapists with the DPT degree will be practitioners of choice to whom public will have direct access for the diagnosis of,interventions for, and prevention of impairments, activity limitations, participation restrictions, and environmental barriers related to movement, function, and health.

This degree program include foundational science courses, such as anatomy, physiology, histology, exercise physiology, neuroscience, biomechanics, pharmacology, pathology, and radiology / imaging, along with behavioral science courses, such as evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning. In this degree program the students also study the clinically-based courses include medical screening, examination tests and measures, diagnostic process, therapeutic interventions, outcomes assessment, and practice management. The DPT degree is quite di�erent from the four years BS, PT degree in terms of curriculum, duration of study and scope of clinical practice. The DPT degree also ful�lls the international requirements for physical therapy education, so the DPT graduates could get equivalency easily abroad.

Eligibility Criteria:

Minimum 50% marks in intermediate (FSc/A-Levels) with pre-medical subjects, from a recognized board/university/institute. Degree holders from foreign institutes should submit the equivalence certificate from Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC).

Duration:

5 years

Available Seats:

50 seats per semester

Selection Criteria:

• Candidates are required to take the entry test &interview.

• Test score of centrally held entrance test by federalor provincial governments, such as UHS test isacceptable.

• NTS-NAT is acceptable but not mandatory foradmission in DPT.

• F.Sc 70%• Test 30%

Interview:

The students �nally selected will be interviewed for personality and aptitude for the Physical Therapy education / profession.

Class Timings:

8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Monday to Thursday)8:00 am to 12:00pm (Friday)

List of Courses

• Anatomy • Physiology• Kinesiology-I • English• Pakistan Studies • Biostatistics• Exercise Physiology • Medical Physics• Medicine • Surgery• Islamic Studies / Ethics • Sociology• Introduction to Revealed Sciences• Introduction to Computer• Biomechanics & Ergonomics• Biochemistry & Genetics• Behavioral Sciences (Psychiatry & Psychology)• Pathology & Microbiology• Physical Agents & Electrotherapy• Therapeutic Exercises & Techniques• Health & Wellness • Manual Therapy• Supervised Clinical Practice• Health Education & Teaching Methodology• Community Medicine • Pharmacology• Radiology & Diagnostic Imagining• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy• Special Education & Community Based Rehabilitation• Neurological Physical Therapy• Evidence Based Practice• Prosthetics & Orthotics• Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy• Clinical Decision Making & Differential Diagnosis

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Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (PP-DPT)A Post Professional Doctor of Physical Therapy (PP- D.P.T) is a postgraduate degree (equivalent to 18 years of schooling / M.Phil according to HEC criteria), a higher level quali�cation after a four years BS.PT degree program, o�ering more intense clinical training and preparing graduates for higher-level work and better career outcomes. Graduates will possess the most current knowledge in the �eld of physical therapy. The Post Professional Doctor of Physical therapy is a clinical degree clearly distinguished from the academic research-based degree Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Eligibility Criteria:

Four-year Bachelors of Science in Physical Therapy (BS PT) or equivalent quali�cation from any HEC recognized university minimum unadjusted 50% marks.

Duration:

2 years

Available Seats:

20 seats per semester

Selection Criteria:

• Candidates are required to take the entry test and interview.• A valid NTS-GAT General score of 50% is required.• BS PT 50%• Test 30%• Interview 20%

Interview:

The students �nally selected will be interviewed for personality and aptitude for the Physical Therapy education / profession.

Class Timings:

Saturday (1:00 pm to 7:00 pm)

Sunday (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)

List of Courses

• Medical Informatics• Statistics in Physical Therapy• Geriatrics Physical therapy• Gender Health care Physical Therapy• Evidence Based Practice in Rehabilitation• Neuromuscular Physical Therapy• Extremity Manual Therapy• Spinal Manual Therapy• Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy• Radiology and Imaging• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy• Integumentary Physical Therapy• Professional Practice in Physical Therapy• Quantitative Research Methods & Design in Rehabilitation• Differential Diagnosis in Rehabilitation• Pediatrics Physical Therapy• Pharmacology in Rehabilitation• Emergency procedure and patient care• Terminal Project (Thesis Based)

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MS in Speech Language Pathology / Therapy (MS SLP/T)The aim of Speech-Language Pathology program is to produce graduates in the country of a master level who will be competent to identify, assess, evaluate, manage, treat, educate and help to prevent language, speech, voice, �uency, cognitive, and other related communication disorders and swallowing problems. This degree program will cover communication disorders due to neurological disorders, hearing impairment, language learning disabilities, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, autism, cleft palate, brain injuries, feeding and swallowing di�culties.

Eligibility Criteria:

16 years of education with minimum 50% marks or 2.5/4.0 CGPA in the following �elds from a recognized institution:• BS/M.Sc Behavioral Sciences• BS/MSc (Health & Medical Sciences)• BS/MA/MSc Social & Management Sciences

Duration:

2 years

Available Seats:

20 seats per semester

Selection Criteria:

• Candidates are required to take the entry test and interview.• A valid NTS-GAT General score of 50% is required.• BS / MSc 50%• Test 30%• Interview 20%

Class Timings:

Friday & Saturday (3:00 pm to 7:00 pm)Sunday (9:00 am to 1:00 pm)

List of Courses

• Speech and Language Science• Biomedical Sciences• Child Development• Speech Disorders• Neural Bases of Speech / Language & Hearing• Language Disorders in Children• Speech / Language in Multicultural Population

• Evidence Based Practice• Clinical Decision Making & Planning Effective Treatment• Clinical Psychology• Rudiments of Audiology• Augmentative and Alternative Communication• Research Methodology• Clinical Decision Making• Learning Disabilities• Dysphagia• Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders (Aphasia)• Motor Speech Disorders• Advanced Clinical Practicum• Research project / Thesis

Specialized Degree Programs

Eligibility Criteria:

16 years of education with minimum 50% marks or 2.5/4.0 CGPA in the following �elds from a recognized institution:• 4 years of BS Physical Theraphy• Doctor of Physical Theraphy (DPT)

Duration:

2 years

Available Seats:

20 seats per semester each program

List of Courses for MS, CPPT

• Evidence Based Practice in Rehabilitation• Quantitative Research Methods & Design in Rehabilitation• Professional Practice in Physical Therapy• Differential Diagnosis in Rehabilitation• Clinical Sciences • Clinical Exercise Physiology• Cardiopulmonary Assessment and Diagnostics • Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation• Intensive Care Physical Therapy Management• Emergency Care Physical Therapy• Clinical Practice• Terminal Project

List of Courses for MS, OMPT

• Evidence Based Practice in Rehabilitation• Quantitative Research Methods & Design in Rehabilitation• Professional Practice in Physical Therapy• Differential Diagnosis in Rehabilitation• Manual Therapy(History and Concepts)• Manual Therapy Techniques

• Clinical Sciences: - Joint Structure - Physiology & Response to Injury - Skeletal Muscle and Tendon - Pathoanatomy - Mechanics of the Vertebral Column - Joint Mobilization & Manipulation (Upper & Lower extremities - Spinal Mobilization & Manipulation including Cervical, Thorasics and Lumbar Regions• Residency • Terminal Project

List of Courses for MS-NMPT

• Evidence Based Practice in Rehabilitation• Quantitative Research Methods & Design in Rehabilitation• Professional Practice in Physical Therapy• Differential Diagnosis in Rehabilitation• Clinical Neuro Sciences - Neuro Anatomy - Physiology and Patho Physiology• Neurological Assessment and Diagnostic Approaches• History and concepts in Neuro rehabilitation • Principles of Neuromuscular Management• Pediatric Neurological Rehabilitation• Adult Neurological Rehabilitation • Spinal Cord Injury Management• Residency Program (One week in each month)• Terminal Project

List of Courses for MS-SPT

• Evidence Based Practice• Research Methodology in Rehabilitation • Professional Ethics and Practice Management• Clinical Decision Making and Diagnosis in Physical Therapy• Clinical Sciences (Anatomy, General Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Radiology)• Biomechanics and Ergonomics • Sports Injuries Assessment and Diagnosis• Clinical Exercise Physiology • Sports Rehabilitation-I (Emergency Care, Medical Conditions in Sports Persons)• Sports Rehabilitation-II (Advance care) Nutrition

• Master of Science in Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapy (MS-OMPT)• Master of Science in Sports Physical Therapy (MS-SPT)• Master of Science in Neuro Muscular Physical Therapy (MS-NMPT)• Master of Science in Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy

These programs provide students with an advanced level of skills in planning and implementing appropriate physical therapy treatment programs and build up a high level of competence in the application of evidence based physical therapy interventions. Main focus of the programs to train physical therapy professionals determine the impact of research evidence in relation to the management of di�erent areas and how this may impact on treatment prescription in the individual case. Speci�c importance is given to determining indications for treatment, treatment prescription and progression, and determining prognosis and response to treatment. The program includes clinical placements where students will have the opportunity to develop clinical examination and treatment methods under the supervision of experienced physical therapists.

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Dress CodeSummer Uniform DPT:

Male• Sky blue shirt with full sleeves and collar with front pocket• Steel gray neck tie (optional)• Steel gray Dress pant• Black Shoes with black socks• White Coat

Female• Swan white shalwar qamees with full sleeves, no slite and ban collar (qamees length should extend 2 inches below the knees)• Black shoes• White socks• Sky blue scarf of specified size to fully cover the head, neck and body • White coat* In addition to this, girls can wear Abaya that may be white / black (Plain).

Winter Uniform DPT:

Male• Sky blue shirt with full sleeves and collar with front pocket• Steel gray neck tie (optional)• Steel gray Dress pant• Black Shoes with black socks• White Coat• Steel gray sweater/single breast blazer

Female• Swan white shalwar qamees with full sleeves, no slite and ban collar (qamees length should extend 2 inches below the knees)• Black shoes• White socks• Sky blue scarf of specified size to fully cover the head, neck and body • White coat• Steel gray sweater/single breast blazer* In addition to this, girls can wear Abaya that may be white / black (Plain).

Dress Code for PP-DPT/MS-OMPT/MS-SLP:• Proper dress for both male and female students. Baggy pants, jeans, jackets and joggers are not allowed. For female students scarf of speci�ed size to fully cover the head, neck and body• In addition to this, girls can wear abaya that may be Black/White (Plain).

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Faculty Members

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Dr. Asghar KhanDirector / Associate ProfessorPT, DPT (USA), PGD (PE&TM)

Dr. Syed Shakil-ur-RehmanPrincipal / Associate ProfessorRCRS Rawal PindiMSPT, PGD(PE&TM), PP-DPT

Mrs. Ayesha Kamal ButtAssistant ProfessorIncharge Program MS, SLP/SLTMSc (Language Pathology), MA (Linguistics and Child language), UK

Dr. Arshad Nawaz MalikAssistant Professor / Incharge PG Research & PublicationBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Abdul GahfoorAssistant Professor / HOD Riphah Rehabilitation CentreBSPT, PP-DPT

Mr. Mubeen MustafaAssistant Professor / Incharge ExaminationM.Phil Biochemistry

Dr. Imran AmjadAssistant Professor / Assistant Dean RAREBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Shakeel Ahmed Assistant  Professor / Incharge QECBSPT,PP- DPT,MSPT

Dr. Huma RiazSenior LecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Maria KhalidSenior LecturerBSPT,PP- DPT

Mis. Humaira ShamimSenior LecturerMS, SLP / SLT

Dr. ShakirullahAssistant ProfessorBSPT, PP-DPT, MSPT

Mrs. Sadia AshrafLecturerBCS, MSCS

Dr. Fozia BatoolLecturer BSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. IbadullahLecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Irum Sha�LecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Warda Ijaz QuizSenior LecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Faisal RasoolLecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Aisha RazzaqLecturerBSPT, PP-DPT

Mis. Irum NawazLecturerMS, SLP/SLT

Mrs. Javairya NoumanLecturerMS, SLP/SLT

Mis.Noureen TabassumLecturerMS, SLP/SLT

Mrs.Ra�a MubeenLecturerMS, SLP/SLT

Dr. Aruba SaeedLecturerBSPT,PP- DPT

Dr. Suman SherazLecturerBSPT,PP- DPT

Ms. Sania Khawar KianiLecturerM.Phil Statistics

Dr. Aamir NaeemLecturerBSPT,PP- DPT

Dr. Saira WaqarDemonstratorBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Muhammad Iqbal TariqDemonstratorDPT

Dr. Tamjeed Gha�arDemonstratorDPT

Dr. Amna YaseenDemonstratorDPT

Dr. Nabeela SafdarDemonstratorDPT

Mr. Sohail MehmoodAdmin O�cerMBA

Faculty Members Lahore Campus

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Dr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain ShahPrincipal / Assistant ProfessorRCRS Lahore CampusBSPT, Dip. Sports Medicine, PP-DPT, PGD (PE & TM)

Dr. Sikandar Ghayas KhanAssistant ProfessorProgram Coordinator MS-SLP LahoreMBBS, MS( SLP)

Dr. Muhammad Salman BashirPhysiotherapy, PGD (PE & TM)Assistant ProfessorIn charge Post Graduate ProgramsBSPT, PP-DPT, M.Phil

Dr. Rashid Hafeez NasirAssistant ProfessorBsc.PT, Masters in Adapted Physical Activity (Ireland), MPhil. Physiotherapy

Dr. Maryam Shabbir ButtAssistant ProfessorIn charge DPT & Research ProjectsBsc.PT, DPT , PGD (PETM)

Mr. Umair AhmedSenior LecturerMSc Neurological Physiotherapy (UK), BSc Physiotherapy

Dr. Bilal UmerSenior LecturerIn charge CPD ProgramBSPT, PP-DPT

Dr. Sunaina MunirLecturerIncharge extracurricular activities & Skill LabBSPT, T-DPT, MS-OMPT *

Dr. Humaira IramLecturerBSc.PT, MPhil (Physiotherapy)

Dr. Rabiya NoorLecturerBSPT, PP-DPT,MS-OMPT*

Ms. Nayab IftikharLecturerMS, SLP/SLT

Dr. Nasir KhanProfessorPhD

Dr. Najam KhanProfessorMBBS,FCPS

Dr. Munir AhmadProfessorPhD

Dr. Qamar MehmoodAssistant ProfessorBSPT,PP-DPT

Dr. Muhammad AshfaqAssistant ProfessorBSPT,PP-DPT

Dr. Muhammad Yahya KhanAssistant ProfessorBSPT,DPT(USA)

Dr. Nazim FarooqAssistant ProfessorBSPT,MSPT

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Islamabad Main Campus:Sector I-14,Islamabad.Phone: +92 (51) 844 6000-7Fax: +92 (51) 831 3141

Islamabad City Campus-I:IIMC, 7th Avenue, G-7/4, Islamabad. Phone: +92 (51) 289 1835-8 +92 (51) 8108 793-5Fax: +92 (51) 289 0690

Islamabad City Campus-II:Ground Floor, 4-Evacuee Trust Complex,Agha Khan Road, Near Marriott Hotel,F-5, Islamabad.Phone: +92 (51) 843 8376 +92 (51) 843 8370-7

Rawalpindi Campus:Al-Mizan IIMCT Complex,274-Peshawar Road, Rawalpindi. UAN: +92 (51) 111-510-510Fax: +92 (51) 512 5170

UAE Campus:RAK College of Dental Sciences,P.O. Box 12973, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE.Phone: +97 (17) 222 2593Fax: +97 (17) 222 2634

Lahore Main Campus:14-Civic Center, Near HamdardChowk, Township, Lahore. Phone: +92 (42) 351 26110-8Fax: +92 (42) 315 26116

Lahore Campus-II:RCVetS, Campus, Shahpur Kanjra,Multan Road, Lahore.Phone: +92 (42) 375 11881-2

Faisalabad Campus:Satiana Road, Near Fish FarmFaisalabad.Phone: +92 (42) 8777210, 8777310

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